Bittiker, Robert Lee
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Verified Robert Lee Bittiker, an American soldier from Jacksonville, NC, died on June 29, 2009, in Baghdad, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
Sergeant Robert Lee Bittiker was born in the United States and served in the Army National Guard. He was part of Company A, 1st Battalion, 120th Infantry Regiment, stationed at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. His commitment to service led him to participate in Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict initiated in March 2003.
On June 29, 2009, Bittiker's life was tragically cut short in Baghdad, Iraq. He was 39 years old at the time of his death. Bittiker's passing was recorded in the Defense Casualty Analysis System on that day, marking a somber moment for his unit and family.
While the precise circumstances of his death remain classified as 'hostile', this designation reflects the dangers faced by combatants in conflict zones. His death underscores the risks undertaken by military personnel during active service, highlighting the often perilous nature of their duties.
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which Bittiker was part of, spanned several years, with the intention of dismantling alleged weapons of mass destruction. The operation concluded in August 2010, after years of military engagement in the region.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, marking the end of a significant military engagement 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.
