April 25, 2024

Remains of Iowan killed in WWII returned to state

JOHNSTON — The Iowa National Guard says the remains of an airman who died nearly 70 years ago in Europe are being returned to Iowa.

The Guard announced Thursday that through DNA testing, a team identified remains found near Allmuthen, Belgium, as those of Staff Sgt. Maurice L. Fevold. Fevold grew up in Webster County and graduated in 1941 from Eagle Grove High School.