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Anthropologists use DNA to identify remains of Revolutionary War soldier who died in 1780
By Mark.Richardson@fox.com (Mark Richardson) at Fox 26 Houston
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
Thanks to DNA, relatives of an American Revolutionary War soldier now know the name of their long-lost cousin who died in 1780 at the Battle of Camden.
Why this matters in The Woodlands
The outcome of the Democratic primary runoff in the new TX-18 has significant implications for The Woodlands area, which is part of the larger Houston metropolitan region. As a community that shares the same Gulf hurricane and flooding risks as Houston, The Woodlands' residents may be interested in how the new representative will address these regional concerns. The Woodlands Township, which governs the community, often collaborates with neighboring cities and counties on issues like flood mitigation and emergency preparedness. The new representative's stance on these issues could impact The Woodlands' ability to secure federal funding and support for local projects. With the Conroe ISD and Tomball ISD school districts serving The Woodlands, education policy will also be a key area to watch, as the new representative's views on education could influence the local schools and the community's overall quality of life.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: Fox 26 Houston ·
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What is this story about? Thanks to DNA, relatives of an American Revolutionary War soldier now know the name of their long-lost cousin who died in 1780 at the Battle of Camden.
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