Relentless Pursuit: Family Member’s Own Research Identifies USS Oklahoma Sailor
KENT, August 8, 2023 — Radioman 3rd class Frank Samuel Hoag Jr., a hero aboard the U.S.S. Oklahoma during the tragic attack on Pearl Harbor, finally received his long-awaited final
“Operation 85” Welcomes Renowned Genealogist Melinde Lutz Byrne
The U.S.S. Arizona “Operation 85” project is a dedicated mission, working tirelessly to uncover the stories of the brave souls who served aboard the U.S.S. Arizona and whose identities remain
“Operation 85” Chief Research Analyst: John Hardy’s Pivotal Role in U.S.S. Arizona Project
The U.S.S. Arizona “Operation 85” project takes immense pride in the expertise and dedication that each of its team members brings to the mission. This monumental effort to identify the
“Operation 85” Salutes History Teacher and Research Wizard: Daniel Abell
As we continue our quest with the U.S.S. Arizona “Operation 85” project, aimed at identifying the unknown crew members of the U.S.S. Arizona buried at the National Memorial Cemetery of
DPAA Director Commits to Keeping Discussions on U.S.S. Arizona On the Table
On Wednesday May 17, 2023, an original life ring from the U.S.S. Arizona set the stage for discussions between “Operation 85” and the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. (DPAA) For two
Lou Conter, Last Surviving Crew Member from the U.S.S. Arizona Gives Full Support to “Operation 85”
On Monday May 22, 2023 one of our fellow U.S.S. Arizona family members, Teri Mann-Wyahtt made the voyage to California to visit with Lou Conter, the last surviving crew member
South Carolina Politicians Leading the Way to Identifying the USS Arizona “unknowns”
In December of 2022, a post on a South Carolina politicians Facebook page had caught the attention of Kevin Kline, Executive Director of “Operation 85”. Representative Neal Collins, who represents
Email by American Legion Finds 2 New Family Members for “Operation 85”
The American Legion, a non-profit organization that serves military veterans and their families, has joined forces with “Operation 85” in their mission to help find and locate family members in