Bohannon, Jeremy Shawn
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Verified PFC Jeremy Shawn Bohannon, an American soldier from Bon Aqua, TN, served with the 59th Military Police Company. He died in Baghdad, Iraq on August 5, 2007, aged 18.
Their Story
Jeremy Shawn Bohannon, a Private First Class in the United States Army, hailed from Bon Aqua, Tennessee. Born in 1989, he joined the military at a young age and was assigned to the 59th Military Police Company, part of the 759th Military Police Battalion based at Fort Carson, Colorado.
In the context of Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in March 2003, Bohannon was deployed to Iraq. His unit's mission involved maintaining security and order, a task fraught with danger amid the surge in sectarian violence during those years.
On August 5, 2007, while stationed in Baghdad, Iraq, PFC Bohannon lost his life due to hostile actions. The Department of Defense confirmed his death, highlighting the ongoing risks faced by military personnel in the region during that period.
Bohannon's passing at the age of 18 underscores the profound personal sacrifices made by young soldiers in conflict zones. His commitment to duty remains a poignant reminder of the human costs associated with military operations.
Operation Iraqi Freedom, the broader military campaign in which Bohannon participated, concluded in August 2010 after years of intense conflict. His service and ultimate sacrifice are remembered and honored by those who knew him.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010 after years of conflict. 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.
