Operation 85 2024 UPDATE: Major Milestones in Honoring the USS Arizona Crew Members
New breakthroughs bring us closer to resolving the unknowns and honoring the brave. Dear Family Members and Supporters, We are thrilled to share an end-of-year update on the incredible progress
The USS Arizona Project: Exposing DPAA Corruption and Fighting for Justice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45LEWW2xj_A&t=131s In a recent episode of The StoneZone, host Roger Stone sat down with Kevin Kline, Executive Director of Operation 85, to discuss his tireless efforts to bring justice and
How to Request Military Medals & Personnel Files for Family Members
When seeking to uncover a loved one’s military history—whether to preserve their legacy, understand their achievements, or fill gaps in family knowledge—there are straightforward ways to access military records and
How to Complete the DNA Family Reference Sample (FRS) Kit for U.S. Military Casualty Offices
If you’re a family member of a missing U.S. service member, the Armed Forces DNA Identification Lab (AFDIL) may send you a DNA Family Reference Sample (FRS) kit to help
Roger Stone; An Unforeseen Ally of Pearl Harbor Unknowns
In a surprising twist, Roger Stone’s internet podcast The Stone Zone and WABC radio show played a pivotal role in the ongoing success of Operation 85, proving that when it
Understanding DPAA DNA Technology & Identification Methods
Is DPAA Deliberately Holding Back the Use of Advanced DNA Technology? For all of our Operation 85 family members that are considered non-viable Family Reference Samples by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting
Elvis Presley: The Rock ‘n’ Roll King Who Helped Save the USS Arizona Memorial
In the late 1950s, the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial Commission was struggling to raise funds for a proper memorial to honor the 1,177 crewmen who perished on December 7, 1941, during
Operation 85 Foundation, Inc.: A New Beacon of Hope for Military Families
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 18, 2024 SPRINGFIELD, VA Today marks a significant milestone with the official formation of the Operation 85 Foundation, Inc., a Virginia-based non-profit corporation dedicated to supporting the