Battles, Michael
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Verified SFC Michael Battles, 38, from San Antonio, Texas, served in the US Army's 1st Cavalry Division. He died due to hostile action in Baghdad, Iraq, on October 28, 2004.
Their Story
Sergeant First Class Michael Battles, a native of San Antonio, Texas, served in the United States Army. Assigned to B Battery, 1st Battalion, 21st Field Artillery of the 1st Cavalry Division, Battles was part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict initiated in March 2003.
On October 28, 2004, Battles tragically lost his life in Baghdad, Iraq, amid hostile conditions. His passing marked another day of sorrow in a conflict that saw numerous lives impacted across both military and civilian spectrums.
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which concluded in August 2010, was characterized by its complex and evolving military landscape. In the years following the initial invasion, the situation in Iraq transformed as insurgency and internal strife persisted.
The circumstances of Battles' service were emblematic of the broader challenges faced by forces stationed in Iraq. The mission altered as new threats emerged, requiring adaptability and resilience from every soldier.
Michael Battles' sacrifice is remembered with profound respect, as are all who engaged in the arduous task of service during this period. His life and service are commemorated with the dignity befitting any individual who participated in such a significant chapter of history.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, marking the end of major combat operations 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.
