Bartlett, Benjamin Blake Jr

Benjamin Blake Bartlett Jr served as a Specialist in the United States Army, assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Brigade Combat Team, based at Fort Bliss, Texas. Born and raised in Manchester, Georgia, Bartlett enlisted in the Army as a young man, driven by a sense of duty and commitment to service.

During Operation Iraqi Freedom, Bartlett was deployed to Mosul, a city that became a focal point of intense conflict. The period from 2005 to 2007 saw a surge in violence, exacerbated by sectarian tensions following the 2006 bombing of the al-Askari shrine. American forces, including Bartlett's unit, were engaged in complex and dangerous operations, facing threats from various insurgent groups.

On July 15, 2007, Bartlett lost his life in Mosul due to hostile action. His death came at a time when the U.S. military was experiencing profound challenges in Iraq, with high casualty rates and ongoing security operations.

Bartlett's sacrifice is part of the broader narrative of American military personnel who served during Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict that spanned from March 2003 until its conclusion in August 2010. His passing is mourned by family, friends, and comrades who remember him for his courage and dedication.

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.

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