Belanger, Gregory Allen

Gregory Allen Belanger, a Sergeant in the United States Army, was part of the Headquarters and Headquarters Service Company of the 325th Military Intelligence Battalion based in East Windsor, Connecticut. He was deployed to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict that began in March 2003.

Born in Narragansett, Rhode Island, Belanger served his country in a challenging environment, contributing to the intelligence efforts aimed at stabilizing the region following the invasion. His unit played a crucial role in gathering and analyzing information essential for military operations.

On August 27, 2003, Belanger lost his life in Al Hallia, Iraq. His death was classified by the Department of Defense as a result of hostile actions, a fate shared by many service members during the tumultuous early years of the conflict.

Operation Iraqi Freedom aimed to dismantle weapons of mass destruction and remove the regime of Saddam Hussein. It was marked by significant challenges, including insurgency and sectarian violence, until its conclusion in August 2010.

Belanger's passing reminds us of the human cost of military engagements, impacting families and communities far beyond the battlefield. His service and sacrifice continue to be honored by those who knew him and by a nation grateful for his dedication.

Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, bringing an end to seven years of conflict 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.

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