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When One Son Wasn’t the Only Loss: The Families Who Gave Everything at Pearl Harbor and Beyond
Blogs  |   May 25, 2025

When One Son Wasn’t the Only Loss: The Families Who Gave Everything at Pearl Harbor and Beyond

On this Memorial Day weekend we remember the men of the U.S.S. Arizona and their families, especially those who lost multiple sons to war. Written by: Bobbie Jo Buel  
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From Conservation Corps to the U.S.S. Arizona: How the Great Depression Prepared a Generation for War
Blogs, History - USS Arizona  |   May 21, 2025

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
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USS Arizona family members continue their strong presence at FMU’s
Blogs, DPAA, Operation 85  |   May 10, 2025

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
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May 2025 UPDATE MESSAGE from Kevin Kline
Blogs  |   May 9, 2025

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
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Stars and Stripes Spotlights Operation 85’s Fight for the USS Arizona Unknowns
Blogs  |   April 23, 2025

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
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Operation 85 2024 UPDATE: Major Milestones in Honoring the USS Arizona Crew Members
Blogs, DPAA, Operation 85, Press & Media, USS Arizona Unknowns  |   December 6, 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 thrilled to share an end-of-year update on the incredible progress
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The USS Arizona Project: Exposing DPAA Corruption and Fighting for Justice
Blogs, DPAA, Operation 85, Politics, USS Arizona Unknowns  |   December 5, 2024

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
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How to Request Military Medals & Personnel Files for Family Members
Blogs, Museum Collection  |   October 31, 2024

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
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How to Complete the DNA Family Reference Sample (FRS) Kit for U.S. Military Casualty Offices
Blogs, Operation 85, Technology  |   October 10, 2024

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
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Understanding DPAA DNA Technology & Identification Methods
Blogs, DPAA, Operation 85, Technology, USS Arizona Unknowns  |   August 14, 2024

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
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When One Son Wasn’t the Only Loss: The Families Who Gave Everything at Pearl Harbor and Beyond

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Before Pearl Harbor: The Orphaned and Grieving Boys Who Became U.S.S. Arizona Sailors

Before Pearl Harbor: The Orphaned and Grieving Boys Who Became U.S.S. Arizona Sailors

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