Suggs, Milton Eric
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Verified CW4 Milton Eric Suggs, a 51-year-old from Lockport, LA, served in the National Guard, Army, 38th Detachment, Operational Support Airlift, and died on January 30, 2009, in Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.
Their Story
Chief Warrant Officer 4 Milton Eric Suggs was born and raised in Lockport, Louisiana. He dedicated his life to military service, becoming a part of the National Guard and serving with distinction in the Army's 38th Detachment, Operational Support Airlift, based in Hammond, Louisiana.
On January 30, 2009, while stationed at Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, Suggs was killed in action during Operation Enduring Freedom. His death was part of the broader conflict that saw significant military operations across multiple regions, including Africa.
Operation Enduring Freedom, launched in October 2001, was a response to global terrorism and spanned regions from Afghanistan to the Horn of Africa. By 2009, the operation had seen various phases, with military personnel facing complex challenges on diverse fronts.
Suggs' death was recorded in the Defense Casualty Analysis System on the same day, marking a moment of loss both for his family and his unit. His service and sacrifice are remembered by those who knew him and by the military community at large.
The loss of Suggs highlights the personal cost of military engagements, reminding us of the individuals behind the uniform who served with commitment and honor.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014. 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.
