Beardsley, William Joseph
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Verified SSG William Joseph Beardsley, an American soldier from Coon Rapids, MN, died in hostile action in Diwaniyah, Iraq on February 27, 2007.
Their Story
Staff Sergeant William Joseph Beardsley served as a dedicated member of the United States Army. He was part of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 260th Quartermaster Petroleum Support Battalion, based at Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia.
Hailing from Coon Rapids, Minnesota, Beardsley joined the military with a commitment to serve his country. He was deployed to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict initiated in March 2003 aimed at toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein.
On February 27, 2007, at the age of 25, SSG Beardsley tragically lost his life in Diwaniyah, Iraq. The circumstances of his death were classified as hostile, reflecting the ongoing dangers faced by military personnel in conflict zones.
Operation Iraqi Freedom was marked by intense urban combat and a complex insurgency that took a heavy toll on both military and civilian lives. SSG Beardsley's sacrifice is remembered as part of the broader narrative of those who served in this prolonged conflict.
The conflict officially concluded in August 2010, bringing an end to a significant chapter in recent military history. Beardsley's service remains a testament to the contributions of American soldiers during this period.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, marking an end to the military engagement 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.
