Taylor, Mathew Donald

Mathew Donald Taylor served as a Specialist in the United States Army. He was assigned to Company D, 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry, 173rd Airborne Brigade, based in Vicenza, Italy. His service took him to various theaters including Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa.

Taylor's deployment was part of Operation Enduring Freedom, a U.S.-led military operation initiated in response to the September 11 attacks. The operation began on October 7, 2001, and continued through December 2014, focusing on dismantling terrorist networks and supporting regional stabilization efforts.

On September 26, 2007, at the age of 21, Taylor died in San Antonio, United States. His death was classified as hostile, a term used to denote casualties resulting from direct enemy action. The Department of Defense confirmed his passing, marking another somber moment in the long-running conflict.

Taylor's untimely death is a reminder of the profound sacrifices made by military personnel during operations abroad. His service and dedication were honored by his unit, and he remains commemorated by family, friends, and fellow soldiers.

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.

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