The Brief
- Military scientists identified the remains of Georgia soldier Pfc. Charles S. Lanier more than 80 years after he died in a World War II prisoner camp.
- Army officials confirmed the fallen soldier will receive full military honors during a graveside memorial service in White Plains later this month.
- The public is invited to attend the service to welcome the World War II veteran home and honor his military service.
WHITE PLAINS, Ga. – A Georgia soldier who died as a prisoner of war during World War II is finally returning home for burial with full military honors after scientists identified his remains.
What we know:
Military scientists with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency confirmed they identified the remains of U.S. Army Pfc. Charles S. Lanier on April 28.…