Voelke, Paul Clarke
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Verified Paul Clarke Voelke, an American Army Major from Monroe, NY, was killed in action on June 22, 2012, in Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan, at age 36.
Their Story
Major Paul Clarke Voelke served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Stewart, Georgia. Voelke was part of Operation Enduring Freedom, a mission initiated in October 2001 to dismantle terrorist networks in Afghanistan.
On June 22, 2012, Voelke tragically lost his life in Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan, a city in the country's northern region. His death occurred during a period when NATO forces were gradually reducing their presence in the region, in accordance with strategic timelines.
Voelke's passing came midst the challenges faced by coalition forces, as they worked toward handing over security responsibilities to Afghan forces. The specifics surrounding the circumstances of his death are reported to be linked to combat operations, although detailed accounts remain classified.
Voelke's service is remembered with respect and sorrow by those who knew him. His dedication to his duty reflects the commitment of many servicemen and women who participated in the long-standing conflict.
His sacrifice is acknowledged in the context of a conflict that officially concluded in December 2014, leaving an indelible impact on both American and Afghan communities.
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Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014, marking the end of a major phase of the U.S. involvement in Afghanistan. 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.
