Zaehringer, Frank Riddell Iii
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Verified Frank Riddell Zaehringer III, an American Marine Sergeant from Reno, Nevada, died on October 11, 2010, in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, at age 23.
Their Story
Frank Riddell Zaehringer III, born in Reno, Nevada, served as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. Affiliated with the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines, part of Regimental Combat Team 1, I Marine Expeditionary Force Forward, he undertook deployments with dedication.
On October 11, 2010, Sgt. Zaehringer was killed in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. He was 23 years old. His death occurred during Operation Enduring Freedom, a U.S.-led military operation launched in response to the September 11 attacks.
Frank was part of a contingent from Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, committed to various global missions, including deployments to Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa. His service was marked by a strong sense of duty and commitment.
Operation Enduring Freedom, initiated in October 2001, sought to dismantle terrorist operations and prevent future threats. It concluded in December 2014. Sgt. Zaehringer's sacrifice during this period is remembered with respect.
The loss of Sgt. Zaehringer reverberated through his unit and among his family and friends in Reno. His service and life are honored and remembered by those who knew him.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, where Sgt. Zaehringer served, concluded in December 2014. 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.
