A 17-year-old North Carolina soldier killed in the Korean War and buried for decades as Unknown X-1642 is being laid to rest in Maryland, more than 70 years later, after DNA analysis finally identified him

A 17-year-old North Carolina soldier killed in the Korean War and buried for decades as Unknown X-1642 is being laid to rest in Maryland, more than 70 years later, after DNA analysis finally identified him

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.