Bellavia, Joseph Paul
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Verified SSG Joseph Paul Bellavia, an American soldier from Wakefield, MA, served in the 194th Military Police Company. He died at age 28 on October 16, 2003, in Karbala, Iraq.
Their Story
Joseph Paul Bellavia was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, serving in the 194th Military Police Company based at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Originally from Wakefield, Massachusetts, Bellavia was part of the military efforts during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Operation Iraqi Freedom commenced on March 19, 2003, with the United States leading a coalition to remove the regime in Iraq. Bellavia was deployed to Iraq during this operation, which saw intense combat operations in various regions of the country.
On October 16, 2003, SSG Bellavia lost his life in Karbala, Iraq. The Department of Defense recorded his death as resulting from hostile action, a stark reminder of the dangers faced by military personnel during the conflict.
Bellavia's death occurred amidst ongoing military operations in Iraq, which were characterized by efforts to stabilize the region and transition to Iraqi self-governance. The conflict officially concluded in August 2010, with the cessation of combat operations.
Bellavia's service and sacrifice are remembered as part of the broader narrative of Operation Iraqi Freedom, which resulted in significant loss of life and lasting impacts on both American and Iraqi communities.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in March 2003, officially ended 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.
