Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency

Did you know, we just launched our official DPAA podcast? Check out the first two episodes of "Missing and Not Forgotten" on our YouTube Channel. You can hear from the director about our mission and get caught up on our series on the identification on Medal of Honor Recipient Chaplain Emil Kapaun. Tell your friends! https://lnkd.in/e4nkC2wg

#ThrowBackThursday: Don't miss this must-read article by David Vergun! As you may know, #DPAA is steadfast in our mission to #Research, #Recover, and #Identify missing personnel from the #VietnamWar. At the recent 2024 Vietnam War Annual Government Brief in Washington, D.C., Kelly K. McKeague, director of the DPAA, emphasized the #SacredObligation of our mission to the families of those still missing, highlighting fruitful cooperation with leaders from #Vietnam, #Cambodia, #China, and #Thailand. The DPAA's efforts extend beyond Vietnam, working globally to locate and return missing personnel from conflicts dating back to #WWII. Thank you, David Vergun, for the informative article on the ongoing efforts, challenges, and progress made by the DPAA. The article provides insights into the dedication of the DPAA team, international collaborations, and personal stories of affected families. https://lnkd.in/gVS7gmxK #NeverForget #OurPromise #Research #Recover #Identify

You can view our Vietnam Annual Government Brief on our website, facebook page or here: https://lnkd.in/eBpEE5Kb

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (#DPAA) announced that #USArmy Pvt. 1st Class Marcus A. Engesser, 21, of Vallejo, #California, who was captured and died as a POW during #WWII, was #AccountedFor September 27, 2023.   In late 1942, Engesser was a member of Company L, 31st Infantry Regiment in the Philippines, during WWII, when Japanese forces invaded the Philippine Islands in December. Intense fighting continued until the surrender of the #Bataan peninsula on April 9, 1942, and of Corregidor Island on May 6, 1942. To identify Engesser’s remains, scientists from #DPAA used dental and anthropological analysis and circumstantial evidence. Additionally, Armed Forces Medical Examiner System (#AFMES) scientists used mitochondrial #DNA (#mtDNA) analysis.   DPAA is grateful to the @ABMC and the United States Army for their partnership in this mission. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e5V38u5A #NeverForget #OurPromise #Research. #Recover. #Identify.

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (#DPAA) announced that #USArmy Private Cecil T. Hinson, 20, of Rock Hill, #SouthCarolina, who was captured and died as a prisoner of war during #WWII, was #AccountedFor November 15, 2023. In the summer of 1942, Hinson was a member of the Chemical Warfare Service, U.S. Army, when Japanese forces invaded the Philippine Islands in December. Intense fighting continued until the surrender of the #Bataan peninsula on April 9, 1942, and of Corregidor Island on May 6, 1942. To identify Hinson’s remains, scientists from #DPAALab used dental and anthropological analysis and circumstantial evidence. Additionally, Armed Forces Medical Examiner System (#AFMES) scientists used mitochondrial #DNA (#mtDNA) and Y Chromosome DNA (Y-STR) analysis. DPAA is grateful to the @ABMC and the United States Army for their partnership in this mission. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/efpi3ka9 #NeverForget #OurPromise #Research. #Recover. #Identify.

#ThrowbackThursday: The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (#DPAA) has deployed a dedicated team of 25 experts to #France on a critical mission. Their objective: to locate and recover three missing airmen from a C-47A aircraft that was shot down during the historic D-Day operation. https://lnkd.in/e9rVpZeg #OurPromise #Research. #Recover. #Identify.

#WelcomeHomeWednesday: Today, we celebrate the return of three courageous service members, honoring their courage and sacrifice. In solemn ceremonies nationwide, families of our fallen heroes were presented with the folded American flag, a symbol of our enduring gratitude and respect. On May 9, 2024, Adam Morrill, nephew of U.S. Navy Radioman 3rd Class Starring B. Winfield, received the flag at Arlington National Cemetery, commemorating Winfield's sacrifice aboard the #USSOklahoma during the attack on #PearlHarbor. On May 8, 2024, Robert Griffin accepted the flag on behalf of his cousin, #USNavy Fire Controlman 1st Class Robert L. Corn, at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu. Corn, who perished during the same tragic event, was recently brought home and laid to rest with honors. On April 26, 2024, Robert Sexton received the flag in honor of his uncle, #USArmy Air Forces Pvt. Doyle Sexton, recognizing his bravery during the harrowing days of #WWII. Their legacies live on, inspiring us to honor their memory and continue #OurPromise. #NeverForget #Research. #Recover. #Identify.

#TeamworkTuesday: Watch a #DPAA recovery team gear up for an upcoming mission! In this #timelapse, witness a dedicated recovery team at @Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, as they load essential gear onto pallets. From rugged contico boxes safeguarding personal items to stakes and rope meticulously organized for site grids, every detail is meticulously accounted for. DPAA’s Logistics Directorate is pivotal in supplying and shipping all necessary equipment for recovery operations, ensuring nothing is left to chance. (#USAirForce video by Staff Sgt. Blake Gonzales) #NeverForget #OurPromise #Research. #Recover. #Identify.

Don't forget to tune in Saturday right here , on our Facebook page or dpaa.mil to catch our family member update.

#MissionMonday: In our latest mission in #Italy, the #DPAA recovery team, comprised of dedicated #Army, #AirForce, and scientific experts, embarked on a crucial operation to locate missing personnel from World War II. With meticulous precision, we utilized various techniques, including metal detection and excavation, to uncover evidence related to our fallen heroes. Each team member plays a vital role, from the meticulous excavation work to providing essential medical care on-site. Working seamlessly together, we operate in shifts, ensuring round-the-clock efforts to maximize efficiency in our mission. Since the 1970s, our relentless dedication has led to the identification and repatriation of nearly 1,000 Americans killed in #WWII, offering closure to their families. This effort continues the legacy of honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation, ensuring they are #NeverForgotten. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cole Yardley) #NeverForget #OurPromise #Research. #Recover. #Identify.