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Remains of Duncansville native, Korean War veteran laid to rest

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Army Corporal and Duncansville native David N. Defibaugh went missing in action on July 20, 1950. His unit was forced to retreat from the vicinity of Taejon, South Korea. Due to fighting, his body was not recovered during that time. The Army presumed him dead on December 31, 1953.

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Korean War Veteran solider laid to rest in Altoona

ALTOONA, Pa (WTAJ)---A Korean War Veteran has been laid to rest after being an unidentified soldier for the past seven decades. Army Corporal and Duncansville native David N. Defibaugh and his family got their closure with a proper burial and veteran salute Friday, Oct. 4.Defibaugh went missing in action on July 20, 1950, when he was 18. His unit was forced to retreat from the vicinity of Taejon, South Korea. Bridge dedication held for Bedfo…

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Remains of Duncansville native, Korean War veteran laid to rest

The remains of a long-missing Korean War solider were laid to rest Friday in Blair County.Duncansville native David Defibaugh was laid to rest at Rose Hill Ceme

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