Tompkins, Travis Martin
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Verified SSG Travis Martin Tompkins, 31, from Lawton, OK, served with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan. He died on March 16, 2011, in Logar Province.
Their Story
Travis Martin Tompkins was a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army, serving with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team, stationed out of Fort Polk, Louisiana. Originally from Lawton, Oklahoma, Tompkins dedicated his life to military service, participating in operations across Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa.
On March 16, 2011, while deployed in Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, Staff Sergeant Tompkins lost his life in Logar Province. His passing was attributed to hostile actions, marking a tragic day for his unit and family. He was 31 years old.
The loss of SSG Tompkins is a reminder of the sacrifices made by military personnel during Operation Enduring Freedom, a conflict initiated in October 2001 in response to the September 11 attacks. His death is recorded among the many lives affected by the prolonged engagement in Afghanistan.
His service and dedication are remembered by his unit and those who served alongside him. The grief of his passing is shared by his family, friends, and the broader military community.
Operation Enduring Freedom officially concluded in December 2014, bringing an end to a significant chapter in U.S. military history. Staff Sergeant Tompkins remains a symbol of the bravery and commitment shown by those who served.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014, marking the end of a major military campaign. 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.
