From Conservation Corps to the U.S.S. Arizona: How the Great Depression Prepared a Generation for War
Before they served aboard the U.S.S. Arizona, many young men first found purpose and discipline in Depression-era jobs like the Civilian Conservation Corps. In many cases, these federal programs led
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 threshold number needed, and turning the U.S.S. Arizona unknowns from a “Hard
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 email newsletter update. We have not stopped working, in fact
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 to Stars and Stripes and reporter Matt Burke for his
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
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 closure
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