Wallace, David William Iii
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Verified Sgt. David William Wallace III, an American Marine from Sharpsville, PA, served with the 2D CEB, 2D MAR DIV and died in Helmand Province, Afghanistan on January 27, 2009.
Their Story
Sergeant David William Wallace III, a member of the United States Marine Corps, was born and raised in Sharpsville, Pennsylvania. At the time of his death, Wallace was serving as part of the 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion (2D CEB), an element of the 2nd Marine Division at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
Wallace participated in Operation Enduring Freedom, a U.S.-led military operation launched in response to the September 11 attacks, with deployments that included Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa. His commitment to service was reflected in his multiple assignments overseas.
On January 27, 2009, at the age of 25, Sgt. Wallace died as a result of hostile actions in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. The Department of Defense confirmed his death, marking a somber moment in the ongoing conflict.
Sgt. Wallace's passing is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. His dedication to his duties and his role in the military are solemnly honored by those who knew him and by his country.
The grief felt by Sgt. Wallace's family, friends, and fellow service members underscores the personal losses experienced by many during Operation Enduring Freedom, which concluded in December 2014.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014, involving numerous military personnel like Sgt. Wallace. 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.
