Barnett, Scott Garland
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Verified Scott Garland Barnett, 24, an American soldier from Concord, CA, was killed in action in Tallil, Iraq, on January 28, 2010, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
Scott Garland Barnett was a Private First Class in the United States Army, serving with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 412th Aviation Support Battalion, based in Katterbach, Germany. Originally from Concord, California, Barnett's commitment to his unit and his country took him to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
On January 28, 2010, Barnett lost his life in Tallil, Iraq. The Department of Defense confirmed his death, marking another somber moment in the protracted conflict that had begun in March 2003. Barnett was 24 years old at the time of his passing.
Operation Iraqi Freedom was initiated with the aim of dismantling weapons of mass destruction, a mission that would expand over time. By the time of Barnett's deployment, the operation had become a complex and multifaceted engagement.
Barnett's service in Iraq placed him among thousands of men and women who undertook significant risks in a challenging environment. Each individual, like Barnett, contributed to the mission with dedication, facing uncertainties that are inherent in military operations.
His death in Tallil is a reminder of the personal sacrifices made by service members and the impact on families and communities back home. Barnett's name joins a list of those who have been mourned, recognized, and remembered for their service.
Operation Iraqi Freedom would officially conclude in August 2010, following years of conflict and numerous sacrifices by personnel such as PFC Scott Garland Barnett.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, marking an end to a conflict that began in March 2003. 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.
