Martinek, Matthew M

Also known as: PFC, COMPANY B, 1ST BATTALION, 501ST INFANTRY, FORT RICHARDSON, AK

Combatant

Male Verified

DiedSeptember 11, 2009

Age20 years old

Location of DeathLANDSTUHL, GERMANY

Cause of DeathHOSTILE

Conflict Operation Enduring Freedom

On September 11, 2009, the ARMY lost PFC Martinek, Matthew M of DEKALB, IL in LANDSTUHL, GERMANY. He was 20. Cause: HOSTILE.

Their Story

PFC Martinek, Matthew M, 20 years old, grew up in DEKALB, IL and served as Active Duty in the ARMY with COMPANY B, 1ST BATTALION, 501ST INFANTRY, FORT RICHARDSON, AK during Operation Enduring Freedom.

The date recorded for his death: September 11, 2009. Location: LANDSTUHL, GERMANY. Cause: HOSTILE.

By the mid-period of OEF, the Taliban had rebuilt. IED attacks were climbing every year. Deaths were rising.

The members of COMPANY B, 1ST BATTALION, 501ST INFANTRY, FORT RICHARDSON, AK who served alongside him carry his memory. His record in DCAS documents his service and sacrifice during Operation Enduring Freedom.

Sources & References

dcas.dmdc.osd.mil dcas.dmdc.osd.mil en.wikipedia.org www.defense.gov

Explore Further

Martinek, Matthew M was killed during Operation Enduring Freedom (from October 2001 to December 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.

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