Beatty, Jonathan Scott
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Verified Cpl. Jonathan Scott Beatty, an American Marine from Streator, IL, died at 22 in Iskandariyah, Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom on January 27, 2005.
Their Story
Jonathan Scott Beatty served in the United States Marine Corps as a Corporal in C Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division. Born and raised in Streator, Illinois, Beatty joined the Marines, dedicating himself to service.
On January 27, 2005, Beatty was deployed in Iskandariyah, Iraq, as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. This operation, initiated in March 2003, was aimed at dismantling Saddam Hussein's regime. Beatty's unit operated out of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
The circumstances of Beatty's death were classified as hostile. This term indicates that his passing was a direct result of combat-related activities, reflecting the intense and dangerous nature of his mission.
Beatty's sacrifice is recorded in the Defense Casualty Analysis System, memorializing his service and ultimate sacrifice in a conflict that deeply affected many families and communities.
Operation Iraqi Freedom officially ended in August 2010, but the legacy of those like Beatty continues to be remembered. His loss is a poignant reminder of the human cost of military engagements.
Explore Further
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.
