Remains Of WWII Marine Laid To Rest In Oklahoma

Corporal Claire Goldtrap was killed in 1943 during the battle of Tarawa, one called the toughest battle in Marine Corps History. His body was only identified last year.

Wednesday, April 10th 2019, 9:00 pm

By: News On 6

Remains Of WWII Marine Laid To Rest In Oklahoma

Flags are at half-staff across the state in honor of an Oklahoma marine who died in WWII.

Corporal Claire Goldtrap was killed in 1943 during the battle of Tarawa, one called the toughest battle in Marine Corps History. His body was only identified last year.

Body Of WWII Marine Will Be Returned To Oklahoma

Goldtrap's remains were returned to his hometown of Hobart, for a funeral on Wednesday.

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