A Washington Post report revealed that from 2003 to 2008 body parts from at least 274 soldiers were cremated and then dumped in a Virginia landfill. Relatives and loved ones of the deceased were lead to believe the soldiers were being disposed of with respect and dignity. The landfill was also unaware of the practice.

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Remains of war dead dumped in landfill – The Washington Post

Number of dead U.S. soldiers’ remains dumped in landfill sites is revealed by Army as 274 | Daily Mail Online

Air Force dumped ashes of more troops’ remains in Va. landfill than acknowledged – The Washington Post