Texas soldier's journey home ends more than 70 years after he went missing in Korea

Wednesday, October 26, 2022
SPLENDORA, Texas (KTRK) -- More than 70 years after going missing while serving in Korea, the remains of a Texas soldier are back with his family.

Pfc. Adelaydo Solis was just 19 years old when he went missing in Korea as a prisoner of war, according to Splendora police.
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On Tuesday, Solis' family was able to reunite with him as he was flown into Bush Intercontinental Airport. Splendora police shared photos, showing the moment Solis arrived and as his family waited.
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Solis' body was left unidentified for years after he was killed in a massive attack in the 1950s. He will now be laid to rest with full military honors.
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