Allen, Louis Edwin
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Verified Louis Edwin Allen, an American 1st Lieutenant, served with HHC, 42D Infantry Division. He was killed in action in Tikrit, Iraq, on June 8, 2005.
Their Story
Louis Edwin Allen, a 1st Lieutenant in the United States Army, served his country as part of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 42D Infantry Division, based in Troy, New York. Originally from Milford, Pennsylvania, Allen dedicated his career to military service, embodying a commitment to duty.
Allen was deployed to Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom, a campaign launched in March 2003 with the aim of toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein. On June 8, 2005, in Tikrit, Iraq, Allen's life was tragically cut short. He was killed in action, one of the many American service members who lost their lives during this conflict.
Operation Iraqi Freedom saw its highest casualties from 2005 to 2007, a period marked by intense sectarian violence. The conflict, which lasted until August 2010, had profound impacts on both the military personnel involved and the civilian populations caught in the crossfire.
The death of Louis Edwin Allen is a solemn reminder of the human cost of war. His passing left a void in the lives of his family, friends, and fellow service members, who continue to honor his memory and service.
In remembering Allen, we recognize the shared humanity of all those affected by conflict. His story is one of many that illustrate the personal sacrifices made by individuals during times of war.
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Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, ending a significant chapter in modern 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.
