The remains of seven Marines and one sailor killed in a training accident off the coast of Southern California late last month were recovered on Friday in a U.S. Navy underwater salvage operation, according to the authorities. The amphibious assault vehicle they were in was also recovered, and the accident remains under investigation. On Sunday, the seven Marines whose remains were found, all riflemen, were identified as Pfc. Bryan J. Baltierra, 18; Lance Cpl. Marco A. Barranco, 21; Pfc.

Source: New York Times August 08, 2020 17:26 UTC