Air Force Col. William E. Campbell has now been accounted for.
Campbell, of the 497th Tactical Fighter Squadron, was reported missing in action Jan. 29, 1969 in Laos.
The support from the government of Laos was vital to the success of this recovery.
Interment services are pending.
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