A New Era in DNA Technology: AFDIL Begins Using SNP Testing in 2025
Operation 85 is proud to share encouraging news from the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory (AFDIL): As of January 2025, […]
REPLAY of 83rd Pearl Harbor Commemoration
WATCH the REPLAY of the 83rd Commemoration ceremony of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day at Pearl Harbor, HI. 12/07/2024
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
The USS Arizona Project: Exposing DPAA Corruption and Fighting for Justice
In a recent episode of The StoneZone, host Roger Stone sat down with Kevin Kline, Executive Director of Operation 85,
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
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
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
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
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
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