Wade, Andrew Paul
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Verified Andrew Paul Wade, an American soldier from Antioch, IL, served in the U.S. Army and was killed in action at age 22 on March 9, 2011, in Bagram, Afghanistan.
Their Story
Andrew Paul Wade, a Specialist in the United States Army, hailed from Antioch, Illinois, and served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, based at Fort Drum, New York. His service led him to various global locations, including Afghanistan, as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, was part of a broader international military effort. By 2011, the conflict had seen surges and strategic shifts, with troops like Wade deployed to combat areas such as Bagram, Afghanistan.
On March 9, 2011, at the age of 22, Wade was killed in action in Bagram. His death was part of the human toll of a conflict that spanned over a decade, impacting countless families and communities.
Wade's service in the Army was marked by his deployment to several international locations, including the Philippines and the Horn of Africa, as part of his unit's operations. His contribution to the military efforts is remembered and honored by his family, friends, and fellow service members.
The loss of Andrew Paul Wade is a poignant reminder of the individual lives affected by global conflicts and the sacrifices made by members of the armed forces.
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Operation Enduring Freedom concluded in December 2014 after more than thirteen years of military operations 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.
