Barlow, Patrick O'neal

Patrick O'Neal Barlow was a staff sergeant in the United States Army, serving with the 50th Engineer Company stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, Barlow dedicated his career to military service, embodying the values of duty and commitment.

During the U.S. involvement in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Barlow was deployed to Iraq. The operation, which commenced in March 2003, was part of a larger U.S.-led effort to establish stability in the region following the toppling of Saddam Hussein's regime.

Barlow's service in Iraq was part of a complex and often perilous mission, which included engineering tasks critical to the overall efforts of the coalition forces. His role would have involved constructing and repairing infrastructure, as well as ensuring the mobility and safety of troops.

Tragically, Barlow's life was cut short on October 18, 2006, when he was killed in action. While the specifics of the circumstances leading to his death in San Antonio, Texas, are not fully detailed, it marks a poignant reminder of the risks faced by those in service.

Operation Iraqi Freedom continued until August 2010, marking seven years of conflict that deeply affected both the region and those who served. Barlow's sacrifice reflects the broader human cost of the operation.

Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, marking the end of a significant period of U.S. military involvement 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.

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