Fiscus, Michael Todd
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Verified U.S. Army Captain Michael Todd Fiscus, 36, of Milford, Indiana, was killed in a hostile incident in Kabul, Afghanistan, on March 26, 2005.
Their Story
Michael Todd Fiscus was a 36-year-old captain in the United States Army. He served with the Headquarters Company, 76th Infantry Brigade, part of the 38th Infantry Division, a National Guard unit based in Indianapolis, Indiana. According to unit records, his service included deployments to Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa.
On March 26, 2005, Captain Fiscus was killed in Kabul, Afghanistan. The Department of Defense stated his death was the result of a hostile incident. Specific details of the engagement were not widely detailed in public reports, but his death was recorded as occurring in the capital city during Operation Enduring Freedom.
Fiscus died during a period of renewed Taliban and insurgent activity in Afghanistan following the initial 2001 invasion. By 2005, insurgent tactics, including improvised explosive devices and direct attacks, were increasing as U.S. and coalition forces worked to stabilize the country and support the new Afghan government.
Following his death, Captain Fiscus was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star Medal and Purple Heart. His funeral was held in his hometown of Milford, Indiana, where he was remembered by his community and fellow soldiers.
He is memorialized on the Indiana Fallen Heroes website and at the 38th Infantry Division headquarters. His name is included on the Global War on Terrorism memorial at the Indiana War Memorial in Indianapolis.
Explore Further
Captain Michael Fiscus was killed during Operation Enduring Freedom (2001–2014). The conflict concluded in December 2014. 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.
