Bisson, Jeffrey Dean
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Verified SPC Jeffrey Dean Bisson, 22, from Vista, CA, served in the U.S. Army and died in Karmah, Iraq on January 20, 2007, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
Jeffrey Dean Bisson was an American soldier serving with the U.S. Army's Company A, 3rd Battalion, 509th Infantry, based out of Fort Richardson, Alaska. At the age of 22, he found himself amidst the complex and dangerous environment of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict that had been ongoing since March 2003.
Bisson's service took him to Iraq, a nation grappling with instability and violence. As part of the multinational force, his unit was stationed in Karmah, a town in the Al Anbar province known for its strategic importance and volatility during the conflict.
On January 20, 2007, Bisson's life was tragically cut short in a hostile incident. This period was marked by heightened sectarian violence following the destruction of the al-Askari shrine in 2006, which intensified the conflict's deadliness, particularly in the years 2005 to 2007.
Bisson's death is part of the broader narrative of Operation Iraqi Freedom, which saw numerous lives lost and altered as both military personnel and civilians were caught in its turmoil. His dedication and service are remembered, highlighting the human cost of war.
The conflict, which began in March 2003, eventually concluded in August 2010, leaving a lasting impact on those who served and the regions involved.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom began in March 2003 and 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.
