Alexander, George Thomas Jr
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Verified George Thomas Alexander Jr, an American soldier from Clanton, AL, died on October 22, 2005, at Fort Sam Houston, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
George Thomas Alexander Jr, born and raised in Clanton, Alabama, was serving as a Staff Sergeant with the United States Army. He was a member of Company A, 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, part of Task Force Liberty, stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia.
On October 22, 2005, SSG Alexander died at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. His death was classified as hostile by the Department of Defense, marking a profound loss for his family, friends, and fellow service members.
SSG Alexander was involved in Operation Iraqi Freedom, a military conflict that began in March 2003. This operation saw significant engagement by United States forces in Iraq, aiming to remove the ruling regime and establish a new government.
His service and sacrifice are part of a broader narrative of soldiers who served during this period. Operation Iraqi Freedom officially concluded in August 2010, after several years of intense military activity.
George Thomas Alexander Jr's death underscores the human cost of military conflicts, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him and the community he served.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in March 2003, concluded in August 2010, marking the end of a significant military engagement in Iraq. See the full roster of those killed in this conflict.
Among those documented in the same conflict: Aubin, Jay Thomas, Beaupre, Ryan Anthony, Childers, Therrel Shane, Gutierrez, Jose.
