US Navy to Remove Historic USS Arizona Salvage Platforms Due to Structural Decay
Starting today, the U.S. Navy will initiate the removal of two aging mooring structures, referred to as the USS Arizona […]
USS Arizona family members continue their strong presence at FMU’s
I had recently asked a member of AFDIL if they had ever thought we would be hitting the DoD disinterment
May 2025 UPDATE MESSAGE from Kevin Kline
Dear Families and Supporters, Thank you for your patience as it’s been quite a few months since our last official
Stars and Stripes Spotlights Operation 85’s Fight for the USS Arizona Unknowns
On behalf of every family touched by the legacy of the USS Arizona, we want to extend our deepest thanks
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
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