Alicea Rivera, Rafael Angel
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Verified SSG Rafael Angel Alicea Rivera, a 30-year-old from Bayamon, PR, served with the Army's 307th Brigade Support Battalion. He was killed in action on February 5, 2008, in Tallil, Iraq.
Their Story
Rafael Angel Alicea Rivera, hailing from Bayamon, Puerto Rico, served in the United States Army and held the rank of Staff Sergeant at the time of his passing. He was assigned to Company B, 307th Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat Team, based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
SSG Alicea Rivera was deployed as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict initiated on March 19, 2003, following a US-led coalition invasion aimed at dismantling alleged weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. The operation spanned several years, concluding in August 2010.
On February 5, 2008, while stationed in Tallil, Iraq, Rafael Alicea Rivera lost his life in action. His service and sacrifice are remembered by his unit, comrades, and family, reflecting the personal toll of a protracted conflict.
The death of Alicea Rivera underscores the human cost of military operations and the profound loss felt by those who serve alongside and those who await their loved ones' return. His commitment to duty is honored and remembered.
Rafael Alicea Rivera's death resonates with those who value each life lost in conflict, serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made by military personnel worldwide.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in March 2003, concluded in August 2010, marking a significant chapter in recent military history. 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.
