Wilson, Matthew Willard
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Verified PFC Matthew Willard Wilson, 19, from Lawrence, MO, served with the U.S. Army's 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry when he died on June 1, 2009, in Nerkh, Afghanistan.
Their Story
Matthew Willard Wilson, a Private First Class in the U.S. Army, was born and raised in Lawrence, Missouri. At the young age of 19, he was actively serving his country during Operation Enduring Freedom, a military operation launched in response to the September 11 attacks.
PFC Wilson was attached to Company B, 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, part of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, stationed at Fort Drum, New York. His unit was deployed to Afghanistan, a theater of war that saw intense military engagements as part of the broader conflict.
On June 1, 2009, PFC Wilson's life ended in Nerkh district, Afghanistan. The U.S. Army documented his death as a result of hostile actions, a term used to denote casualties from enemy engagement.
Wilson's passing is a reminder of the human cost of military operations, where young lives are often at the forefront of conflict. His service and sacrifice remain part of the enduring legacy of those who served in Operation Enduring Freedom.
The conflict, which began on October 7, 2001, aimed to dismantle terrorist groups and provide support to allies. It officially concluded on December 28, 2014, marking an end to over a decade of military operations in the region.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, in which PFC Wilson served, officially concluded on December 28, 2014, ending over a decade of U.S. military operations in Afghanistan. See the full roster of those killed in this conflict.
Among those documented in the same conflict: Andrews, Evander Earl, Edmunds, Jonn Joseph, Stonesifer, Kristofor Tif, Davis, Bryant Leroy.
