Bouchard, Nathan Kalani
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Verified SGT Nathan Kalani Bouchard, an American soldier from Wildomar, CA, died at age 24 in Samarra, Iraq on August 18, 2005, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
SGT Nathan Kalani Bouchard, a native of Wildomar, California, served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, part of Task Force Liberty, stationed at Fort Stewart, Georgia. His commitment to service led him to the challenging environment of Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
On August 18, 2005, in the city of Samarra, Iraq, SGT Bouchard lost his life. The U.S. Army recorded his cause of death as hostile. His passing marked a moment of sorrow for his family, comrades, and community back home.
SGT Bouchard's service in Iraq was amidst one of the most turbulent periods of the conflict. The years 2005 to 2007 were particularly deadly, as the nation grappled with intense sectarian violence.
As part of Task Force Liberty, Bouchard was engaged in operations intended to stabilize a region fraught with conflict. His unit was tasked with various missions aimed at supporting the broader goals of peace and security.
Bouchard's death is a somber reminder of the human cost of war. Each life lost in such circumstances leaves a void felt deeply by loved ones, fellow service members, and the broader community.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in March 2003, 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.
