Ali, Azhar
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Verified Azhar Ali, 27, from Flushing, NY, served with HHC, 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry Regiment, 42nd ID, TF Liberty. He was killed in Baghdad, Iraq on March 2, 2005.
Their Story
Azhar Ali, a Specialist in the United States Army, was serving in Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom when he lost his life on March 2, 2005. Ali, who hailed from Flushing, New York, was a member of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry Regiment, part of the 42nd Infantry Division, Task Force Liberty.
His deployment was part of the broader U.S.-led initiative that began on March 19, 2003, with an invasion aimed at toppling the regime in Iraq. As part of his duties, Ali and his unit were involved in the efforts to stabilize the region amidst ongoing conflict.
On that fateful day in Baghdad, Ali fell victim to hostile actions, as recorded by military reports. His passing marked a poignant moment of loss for his family, comrades, and community back in New York.
The 69th Infantry Regiment, known for its storied history, has long been a symbol of courage and dedication, values that Ali epitomized during his service. His death underscores the profound cost of war, borne by individuals and families across nations.
Azhar Ali's service and sacrifice are remembered as part of the collective memory of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict that concluded in August 2010.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom, in which Azhar Ali served, concluded in August 2010. 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.
