Avery, Garrison Charles
1LT Garrison Charles Avery, an American soldier from Lincoln, NE, died at age 23 in Baghdad, Iraq on February 1, 2006 during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
First Lieutenant Garrison Charles Avery, a native of Lincoln, Nebraska, served with Company D, 1st Battalion, 502nd Infantry, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, based at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Avery was deployed to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict that commenced in March 2003.
On February 1, 2006, Avery's life was tragically cut short in Baghdad, Iraq. His death was classified by military authorities as resulting from hostile action. He was 23 years old at the time of his passing.
Avery's unit was part of Task Force Baghdad, which was involved in operations aimed at stabilizing the region amidst ongoing conflict. The situation in Iraq during this period was marked by significant unrest and danger for military personnel on the ground.
His untimely death is a reminder of the human cost of military engagements, and the grief felt by those who knew him extends beyond national borders. Avery's service and sacrifice are remembered by his comrades and family, who mourn the loss of a young life dedicated to service.
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Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in March 2003, 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.
