Steyart, Matthew Paul
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Verified CPL Matthew Paul Steyart, 21, from Mount Shasta, CA, served in the Army's 1st Battalion, 508th Infantry. He died in Shah Wali Kot, Afghanistan on November 22, 2005.
Their Story
Matthew Paul Steyart, an American Army Corporal, was born and raised in Mount Shasta, California. Enlisting in the military, he served with Company B, 1st Battalion, 508th Infantry, as part of the Combined Joint Task Force 76, stationed at Camp Ederle in Italy.
Steyart was deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, a military campaign initiated in October 2001 following the September 11 attacks. The operation aimed to dismantle terrorist networks and provide stability in the region.
On November 22, 2005, Steyart's life was tragically cut short in Shah Wali Kot, Afghanistan, due to hostile actions. He was engaged in duties contributing to the broader objectives of the mission.
His death was recorded in the Defense Casualty Analysis System on the same day, acknowledging his service and sacrifice. The mission in Afghanistan spanned over a decade, with significant operations continuing until its conclusion in December 2014.
Steyart's passing is a solemn reminder of the perils faced by those in military service. His legacy remains part of the collective memory of those who served during Operation Enduring Freedom.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014, marking over a decade of military operations. See the full roster of those killed in this conflict.
Among those documented in the same conflict: Losano, Raymond, Andrews, Evander Earl, Edmunds, Jonn Joseph, Stonesifer, Kristofor Tif.
