Recognition of those missing brave souls whose remains may never be recovered and those missing prisoners of war who may never return seems to be a fitting remembrance. I understand that the tradition established by the previous unknown soldiers of the major wars of this century and the fact that the monument, itself, is a grave are important precedent challenges. But, I believe an acceptable argument for a modification of the rules can be made to remedy this unforeseen situation without violating that sacred ground. Col. Rex D. Gaede, ANG-Ret. It is located in Dayton, Ohio.
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