17-year-old US soldier killed in Korean War identified after 75 years; remained buried as ‘Unknown X-1642’, to be laid to rest in Maryland
Pvt. Joseph E. Boyd, who went missing in action at just 17 during the Korean War, has finally been identified decades later. His remains, previously known as Unknown X-1642, have been matched to his identity through advanced forensic techniques, including DNA testing. A dignified burial ceremony is
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Pvt. Joseph E. Boyd, who went missing in action at just 17 during the Korean War, has finally been identified decades later. His remains, previously known as Unknown X-1642, have been matched to his identity through advanced forensic techniques, including DNA testing. A dignified burial ceremony is set for October 21, 2026, in Owings Mills, Maryland, underscoring the ongoing commitment to honor missing service members from historical conflicts.
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