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News 2 | Oct. 9, 2024

Missing Vet Found After 51 Years Laid to Rest by Family Who Never Gave Up

By Katie Lange

Under a clear-blue autumn sky, a 21-gun salute reverberated through Arlington National Cemetery's Section 47 on Monday, splitting the silence that had enveloped the mourners paying their final respects to Marine Corps Capt. Ronald Forrester. Two V-22 Ospreys performed a flyover while "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band played Taps and Marine leaders offered their condolences to the fallen veteran's family.

"This is a resting place to receive those who have served faithfully with honor and courage and commitment," said Navy Capt. Doyl McMurray, a chaplain officiating the service. "Today, Capt. Ronald W. Forrester, at long last, takes his rightful place on these hallowed grounds."

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