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03/27/2008 -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Pvt. George Delgado, of Palmdale, CA:

"Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Private George Delgado, who gave his life to defend freedom and protect the people of the United States. George served our country with honor, integrity and steadfast loyalty to his fellow soldiers-California has lost a true patriot. Maria and I send our sincerest condolences to his family during this difficult time."    » read more »

March 19, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

They died Mar. 17 in Baghdad, Iraq, from wounds suffered when their vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device during combat operations.

They were assigned to the 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, Colo.

Killed were:

Staff Sgt. Michael D. Elledge, 41, of Brownsburg, Indiana

Spc. Christopher C. Simpson, 23, of Hampton, Virginia

Source: DoD

March 15, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

Staff Sgt.Collin J. Bowen, 38, of Millersville, Maryland, died March 14 at Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, Texas, of wounds suffered Jan. 2 in Khowst Province, Afghanistan, when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device.

He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 175th Infantry Regiment, Maryland Army National Guard, Towson, Md.

Source: DoD

March 15, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of five soldiers who were supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

They died March 10 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when a suicide bomber detonated an explosive device.

They were assigned to the 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.

Killed were:

Sgt. 1st. Class Shawn M. Suzch, 32, of Hilltown, Pennsylvania.

Staff Sgt. Ernesto G. Cimarrusti, 25, of Douglas, Arizona.    » read more »

March 14, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Staff Sgt. Laurent J. West, 32, of Raleigh, North Carolina, died March 11 near Kishkishkia, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device.

He was assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N.C.

Source: DoD

March 13, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of three soldiers who were supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

They died Mar. 10 in Balad Ruz, Iraq, of wounds suffered when their vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device.

They were assigned to the 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, Fort Hood, Texas.

Killed were:

Sgt. Phillip R. Anderson, 28, of Everett, Washington.

Spc. Donald A. Burkett, 24, of Comanche, Texas.

Capt. Torre R. Mallard, 27, of Oklahoma.

Source: DoD

March 13, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Cpl. Jose A. Paniagua-Morales, 22, of Bell Gardens, California, died March 7 in Balad, Iraq, of wounds suffered in Samarra, Iraq, when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device.

He was assigned to the 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, Fort Lewis, Wash.

Source: DoD

03/13/2008 -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Cpl. Jose A. Paniagua-Morales of Bell Gardens, CA:

"Corporal Jose Paniagua-Morales was a true patriot who gave his life in the defense of liberty. He fought with honor, bravery and loyalty to our country and his fellow soldiers. On behalf of the people of California, Maria and I offer our prayers and deepest condolences to Jose's loved ones as they mourn the loss of an extraordinary Californian."    » read more »

March 12, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

Sgt. Gabriel Guzman, 25, of Hornbrook, California, died March 8 at Orgun E, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device in Gholam Haydar Kala, Afghanistan.

He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N.C.

Source: DoD

03/12/2008 -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. Gabriel Guzman, of Hornbrook, CA:

"Maria and I join all Californians in honoring Sergeant Gabriel Guzman for his courage, selflessness and unrelenting devotion to this country. His loss is a tribute to the extraordinary patriotism and commitment displayed by our men and women in uniform who have made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us safe. We send our deepest sympathies to Gabriel's family, friends and fellow soldiers during this time of mourning."    » read more »

March 10, 2008 -- TRENTON – In honor of United States Army Corporal Steven R. Koch, Governor Jon S. Corzine signed the following Executive Order calling for the United States and New Jersey flags to fly at half-staff on Thursday, March 13.

The full text of the executive order is below.

EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 98

WHEREAS, United States Army Corporal Steven R. Koch, of Milltown, New Jersey, enlisted in the Army in March 2006; and

WHEREAS, Corporal Koch was a highly dedicated paratrooper; and    » read more »

03/06/2008 -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. Robert T. Rapp, of Sonora, CA:

"The people of California are forever indebted to Sergeant Robert Rapp for his extraordinary leadership, valor and dedication to this country. His sacrifice reminds us of the selflessness exhibited every day by the courageous men and women of our armed forces. Maria and I join all Californians in extending our deepest sympathies to Robert's family and friends as they mourn the loss of an American hero."    » read more »

March 05, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

They died Mar. 3 in the Sabari District of Afghanistan, of wounds suffered during combat operations.

They were assigned to the 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N. C.

Killed were:

Spc. Steven R. Koch, 23, of Milltown, New Jersey

Sgt. Robert T. Rapp, 22, of Sonora, California

Source: DoD

February 26, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Spc. Micheal E. Phillips, 19, of Ardmore, Oklahoma, died Feb. 24 in Baghdad, Iraq, from wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device.

He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Ky.

Source: DoD

February 26, 2008 -- The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Spc. Kevin S. Mowl, 22, of Pittsford, New York, died Feb. 25 at the National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Md., of wounds suffered in Baghdad, Iraq on Aug. 2, 2007, when the vehicle he was in encountered an improvised explosive device.

He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Infantry Regiment, 3rd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, Fort Lewis Wash.

Source: DoD