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Unidentified Remains of WWII Veteran William Tate Identified

7/19/2025

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In a poignant revelation, the unidentified remains discovered in Cass County, North Dakota, in 1970 have been confirmed as William Howard Tate, a brave World War II veteran. Coroner Kriste Ross and anthropology professor Jennifer Bengtson spearheaded the investigation, using a denture plate for identification. A new headstone will soon commemorate Tate's legacy.

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In a poignant revelation, the unidentified remains discovered in Cass County, North Dakota, in 1970 have been confirmed as William Howard Tate, a brave World War II veteran. Coroner Kriste Ross and anthropology professor Jennifer Bengtson spearheaded the investigation, using a denture plate for identification. A new headstone will soon commemorate Tate's legacy.