Bradfield, Hoby Frank Jr
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Verified SPC Hoby Frank Bradfield Jr, an American soldier from The Woodlands, TX, died at age 22 on July 9, 2005, in Mosul, Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Their Story
Hoby Frank Bradfield Jr, a Specialist in the United States Army, was part of G Troop, 2nd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, Task Force Baghdad, stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado. Born in The Woodlands, Texas, Bradfield was deployed to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a conflict initiated on March 19, 2003, by a U.S.-led coalition.
On July 9, 2005, Bradfield lost his life due to hostile actions in Mosul, Iraq. He was 22 years old. His death occurred at the 228th Combat Support Hospital, marking another tragic loss in the prolonged conflict.
Operation Iraqi Freedom, which aimed to dismantle alleged weapons of mass destruction and end the regime of Saddam Hussein, saw significant U.S. military involvement. Soldiers like Bradfield were tasked with complex duties amid increasing instability.
Bradfield's service is remembered by his family, friends, and fellow soldiers who mourn the loss of a young life. His passing is one of many that occurred during a conflict that officially ended on August 31, 2010.
The prolonged conflict in Iraq affected countless lives and communities, leaving a lasting impact that continues to be felt around the world. Bradfield's sacrifice is part of this broader narrative, reflecting the human cost of war.
Explore Further
Operation Iraqi Freedom concluded in August 2010, marking the end of a significant chapter in U.S. military history. 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.
