U.S. Army Pfc. Robert L. Bryant, missing since World War II following Operation Avalanche in Italy, has been accounted for. His remains, discovered in 1947 and initially unidentified, were recently analyzed using anthropological, dental, and DNA evidence, confirming his identity. This identification was aided by historical research and assistance from various organizations. Bryant will receive a proper burial in April 2025, and a rosette will be placed next to his name on the Walls of the Missing.
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A leaked video shows Anna Tsivilyova, reportedly a relative of Vladimir Putin, stating that 48,000 relatives have contacted the Ministry of Internal Affairs for DNA assistance in identifying missing soldiers. This figure, quickly cautioned against by Defence Committee chief Andrei Kartapolov as sensitive and confidential, offers a potential indication of the scale of Russian military losses in Ukraine. Tsivilyova later clarified that the number reflected applications, not necessarily the number of missing soldiers. The incident highlights the secrecy surrounding Russia’s casualty figures in the ongoing conflict.
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John Q. Hosedrinker