Every U.S. Warfighter who answers the nation’s call carries a solemn promise: they will never be forgotten. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency lives up to that promise by working to recover and identify Defense Department personnel still unaccounted for as prisoners of war or missing in action.
With teams spanning 46 countries, DPAA’s mission requires a blend of expertise, from excavation specialists and divers to forensic scientists and data analysts. The agency operates laboratories in Hawaii and Nebraska to identify missing service members and return them home.
In 2024, DPAA identified the remains of 172 service members, providing closure to grieving families. Yet, there are an estimated 82,000 troops still unaccounted for from past conflicts.
Behind their mission is the Defense Information Systems Agency, ensuring DPAA’s teams stay connected with the tools and data they need to succeed.
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