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An 80-year-old promise ends with a WWII dog tag's return to Texas
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sara Sanchez , as published by NBC DFW
· June 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about this story, including the events that led to the reunion, can be found through NBC DFW in Fort Worth, TX.
Families of two World War II veterans recently came together in Jacksboro. This reunion was significant as it marked the end of a long-standing commitment. Details about the circumstances surrounding this promise are available from NBC DFW.
The veterans, one from Australia and one from Jacksboro, had formed a connection while imprisoned during the war. Their families have now fulfilled the promise that the two men had made to each other. Further information about this story, including the events that led to the reunion, can be found through NBC DFW in Fort Worth , TX.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 10, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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