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Remains of US soldier killed in WWII returned to Pennsylvania after 80 years

The remains of U.S. Army Pfc. John A. Walko, killed in the 1944 Battle of Aachen during World War II, were positively identified via DNA analysis after 80 years unaccounted for, repatriated to his hometown of Commodore, Pennsylvania, and interred alongside family members. The article also notes a second recently identified WWII service member, U.S. Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Robert J. Barrat, who is scheduled for burial at Arlington National Cemetery in May 2026.

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WWII soldier remains repatriationDNA identification of missing veteransWWII MIA accountingPennsylvania veteran homecomingWorld War II battle casualtiesDPAA identification operationsArlington National Cemetery burial

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Remains of US soldier killed in WWII returned to Pennsylvania after 80 years

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