10/10/2026
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Since 1946, the remains of Berwick native Charles Harrison "Harry" Knecht laid in unknown soldier's grave.
That all changed when DNA testing identified Knecht, leading to his remains to be transferred home, to Berwick, where he will be buried along side his parents.
Knecht will receive full military honors at Elan Memorial Park, Old Berwick Road in Bloomsburg on Oct. 14.
Knecht enlisted in the US Army at 23, where he was held the rank of sergeant 1st class during the European Theatre of World War II, participating in the largest single battle ever fought by the US Army, and longest battle on German soil during World War II.
Knecht was reported missing in action on Nov. 6, 1944 and two years later his remains were recovered.
Knecht earned several medals during his service and, for his ultimate sacrifice, the Purple Heart.
