Casualties

Condolences to the family of the following American who lost his life in the pursuit of gaining freedom for others.

Release #: 397-05
April 26, 2005

DoD Identifies Army Casualty

The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

SPC Robert W. Defazio, 21, of West Babylon, N.Y., died April 24 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of non-combat related injuries. Defazio was assigned to the 23rd Ordnance Company, Miesau, Germany.

For further information related to this release, contact Army Public Affairs at (703) 692-2000.

Signing Off. Until next time, I'll see ya on the Blog! drh.