Bedard, Andrew Dennis
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Verified LCPL Andrew Dennis Bedard, an American Marine, died at 19 in hostile action on October 4, 2005, in Ar Ramadi, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
Andrew Dennis Bedard was a Lance Corporal in the United States Marine Corps, serving with L Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, part of the 2nd Marine Division, 1st Marine Division, based in Twentynine Palms, California. Born and raised in Missoula, Montana, Bedard enlisted to serve his country in a time of conflict.
Operation Iraqi Freedom, the military campaign in which Bedard participated, began in March 2003. This operation aimed to end the regime of Saddam Hussein and establish a new democratic government in Iraq. Bedard's unit was part of the continued efforts to stabilize the region, particularly in the volatile area of Ar Ramadi.
On October 4, 2005, Bedard lost his life in Ar Ramadi due to hostile action. His death was part of the broader conflict that claimed the lives of many service members and civilians alike. The Department of Defense confirmed his passing, marking another day of sorrow for the families of those who serve.
Bedard was one of many young men and women who stepped forward to serve in a conflict that spanned several years, lasting until August 2010. Those who knew him remember his dedication and commitment to his duties. His loss is a reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring impact on those left behind.
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.
