Teal, John Michael
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Verified John Michael Teal, an American Air Force staff sergeant, died near Ghazni, Afghanistan, on March 23, 2003, during Operation Enduring Freedom.
Their Story
John Michael Teal was a staff sergeant in the United States Air Force, serving with the 41st Rescue Squadron based at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. Born in Dallas, Texas, he was deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, a mission that began in October 2001 in response to the events of September 11.
On March 23, 2003, Teal was killed in action near Ghazni, Afghanistan. He was 29 years old. His death was one of the many sacrifices made by American service members during the extensive military campaign.
Operation Enduring Freedom was initiated to dismantle terrorist operations and support a stable Afghan government. Teal's service encompassed various regions, including the Philippines and the Horn of Africa, highlighting the global scope of the mission.
The loss of Staff Sgt. Teal resonates with the broader narrative of the 2,356 American lives lost during the conflict. His dedication to duty and his ultimate sacrifice are remembered by those who served alongside him and by his family back home.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom concluded in December 2014, marking the end of a lengthy military engagement. 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.
