Bowen, Samuel Robert
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Verified Samuel Robert Bowen, an American PFC with the 216th Engineer Battalion, was killed in Samarra, Iraq on July 7, 2004, during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
Samuel Robert Bowen served as a Private First Class in the United States Army, part of the Headquarters Support Company, 216th Engineer Battalion based in Hamilton, Ohio. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Bowen was deployed to Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict that commenced in March 2003.
On July 7, 2004, at the age of 38, PFC Bowen lost his life in Samarra, Iraq. His death was recorded as hostile, a term used to denote fatalities resulting from combat-related activities. Bowen was part of an extended military effort that followed the initial invasion phase and sought to stabilize the region.
The period during which Bowen served was marked by increasing challenges for coalition forces. Following the fall of Baghdad, the situation in Iraq transitioned into a complex insurgency, with frequent attacks on military personnel. Many service members, including Bowen, faced significant risks as they carried out their duties.
Bowen's service is a testament to the many who served in the challenging conditions of Iraq. His life and loss are remembered in the context of a broader conflict that persisted until its conclusion in August 2010. The human cost of Operation Iraqi Freedom includes numerous service members like Bowen, who are commemorated for their roles.
The conflict ultimately saw the withdrawal of U.S. troops, marking the end of a significant chapter in recent military history. Bowen's death remains a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by military personnel during this time.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, marking the end of U.S. military involvement 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.
