White, Jeffrey Lee Jr
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Verified SPC Jeffrey Lee White Jr, 21, from Catawissa, MO, served in the US Army and died in Terezayi, Afghanistan, on April 3, 2012, during Operation Enduring Freedom.
Their Story
Jeffrey Lee White Jr, born in Catawissa, Missouri, dedicated his young life to military service. At 21, he was a Specialist in the United States Army, part of the 1st Battalion, 501st Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.
His service took him to various regions, including Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa. These deployments were part of his commitment to the mission under Operation Enduring Freedom, a conflict initiated in response to the September 11 attacks.
On April 3, 2012, in the district of Terezayi, Afghanistan, SPC White's life came to a tragic end. The Army documented his cause of death as hostile, a stark reminder of the dangers service members face in conflict zones.
White's death marked a somber moment for his unit and family. He was mourned by loved ones and comrades who remembered his dedication and service.
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014. Though the conflict has ended, the memory of those who served, like SPC White, is preserved.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom concluded in December 2014, marking the end of a significant chapter in US military history. 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.
