Wheeler, Abraham Sherrod Iii
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Verified Abraham Sherrod Wheeler III, an American Army Specialist from Columbia, SC, was killed in hostile action in Charkh District, Afghanistan on August 28, 2009 at age 22.
Their Story
Abraham Sherrod Wheeler III served as a Specialist in the United States Army, attached to the HHT, 3rd Battalion, 71st Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, based at Fort Drum, New York. His military duty took him across multiple regions, including Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa, reflecting the global nature of U.S. military operations during this time.
On August 28, 2009, Specialist Wheeler was killed in action in Charkh District, Afghanistan. The circumstances surrounding his death are documented as hostile, a term referencing combat-related incidents common during the ongoing conflict in the region.
Specialist Wheeler's death occurred during Operation Enduring Freedom, a U.S.-led effort that began on October 7, 2001, aimed at dismantling terrorist organizations in Afghanistan and associated regions. This operation continued until its conclusion in December 2014.
Born in Columbia, South Carolina, Wheeler joined the military with a commitment reflected in his assignments to various high-risk zones. His untimely passing at the age of 22 marked a significant loss for his family, friends, and fellow service members.
The grief experienced by his loved ones is shared by many who have lost family members in similar circumstances. Each loss in such conflicts is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014, marking the end of this chapter in U.S. military operations. 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.
