Bernholtz, Eric James
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Verified Eric James Bernholtz, 23, a U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal from Franklin, Ohio, died on August 3, 2005, in Barwanah, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
Lance Corporal Eric James Bernholtz was a Marine reservist whose life ended amidst the hostilities of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Born in Franklin, Ohio, he joined the Marine Corps Reserve, serving with L Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, Regimental Combat Team 2, 2nd Marine Division, 4th Marine Division, based in Columbus, Ohio.
On August 3, 2005, Bernholtz was in Barwanah, a town in Iraq's Al Anbar Province, when he succumbed to hostile action. His unit was involved in operations in the region, which saw significant military engagements as part of the broader conflict initiated in March 2003.
Eric was one of many service members who found themselves in the midst of a complex and challenging environment in Iraq. His death underscores the peril faced by those deployed in conflict zones, where the risk to life remains ever-present.
His passing at the age of 23 was a poignant reminder of the human cost of military operations overseas. Each life lost leaves a void, felt deeply by families, comrades, and communities.
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began with the U.S.-led invasion in 2003, officially concluded in August 2010. The conflict had a profound impact on both the region and those who served there.
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Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in March 2003, concluded in August 2010. See the full roster of those killed in this conflict.
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