Benford, Jason A
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Verified SSG Jason A. Benford, an American from Toledo, Ohio, served in the Army's 2nd Battalion, 69th Armor, and died in hostile action in Ar Ramadi, Iraq on September 27, 2005.
Their Story
Staff Sergeant Jason A. Benford was an American soldier from Toledo, Ohio. Serving with the Army's Company A, 2nd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, he was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia. His unit was part of the larger U.S. military operation known as Operation Iraqi Freedom.
On September 27, 2005, SSG Benford lost his life during hostile actions in Ar Ramadi, Iraq. He was 30 years old at the time of his death. The Department of Defense officially confirmed his passing, marking a somber moment for his family, friends, and fellow service members.
Operation Iraqi Freedom, initiated on March 19, 2003, was a U.S.-led military campaign aimed at toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein. The conflict saw numerous American troops deployed to various parts of Iraq, with Ar Ramadi being a site of significant military engagement.
SSG Benford's contributions and sacrifice are remembered within the context of this broader military operation. His service exemplifies the commitment and risks faced by soldiers during this period. His death, like many others, underscores the human cost of the conflict.
Benford's passing is part of the ongoing narrative of Operation Iraqi Freedom, which officially concluded in August 2010. His story remains a testament to the individual lives impacted by the war.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom, in which Benford served, officially 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.
