Villacis, Jorge Emmanuel
Male
Verified CPL Jorge Emmanuel Villacis, 24, from Sunrise, FL, served in the U.S. Army and died in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom on December 12, 2010.
Their Story
CPL Jorge Emmanuel Villacis, an American soldier, was born and raised in Sunrise, Florida. He chose to serve his country as a member of the United States Army, where he was assigned to Company B, 2nd Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, based at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
Villacis was deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, a military campaign launched by the United States in response to the September 11 attacks. The operation aimed to dismantle the Taliban regime and eliminate terrorist networks in the region.
On December 12, 2010, CPL Villacis was killed in Howz E Madad, Afghanistan. His death was classified as hostile, a stark reminder of the perilous environment in which military personnel operate. His passing contributed to the 2,356 American military fatalities recorded in this conflict.
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, saw the involvement of numerous American and coalition forces over the years. CPL Villacis's service was part of a larger effort that continued until December 2014, when the operation concluded.
His sacrifice is remembered and honored, reflecting the profound loss felt by his family, friends, and fellow service members. Each life lost in conflict carries a story of dedication and commitment.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, involving numerous international forces, concluded in December 2014 after starting in October 2001. 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.
