U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Nguyen

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Tevan L. Nguyen, 21, of Hutto, TX.

He died on December 28, while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Misener

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Garrett A. Misener, 25, of Cordova, TN.

He died on December 27 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Corzine

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Kenneth A. Corzine, 23, of Bethalto, IL.

He died on December 24 of wounds received December 5 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Crouse

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. William H. Crouse IV, 22, of Woodruff, SC.

He died on December 21 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Javier

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Conrado D. Javier Jr., 19, of Marina, CA.

He died on December 19 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Torbert

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Eric M. Torbert Jr., 25, of Lancaster, PA.

He died on December 18 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Osterman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Sean A. Osterman, 21, of Princeton, MN.

He died on December 14 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Maldonado

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Jose L. Maldonado, 21, of Mathis, TX.

He died on December 17 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cutsforth

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Sean R. Cutsforth, 22, of Radford, VA.

He died on December 15 at Ghazni Province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Schmalstieg

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Staff Sgt. Justin E. Schmalstieg, 28, of Pittsburgh, PA.

He died on December 15 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Hernandez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Jose A. Hernandez, 19, of West Palm Beach, FL.

He died on December 14 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Villacis

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jorge E. Villacis, 24, of Sunrise, FL.

He died on December 12 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Simonetta

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Derek T. Simonetta, 21, of Redwood City, CA.

He died on December 12 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Necochea

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Kenneth E. Necochea Jr., 21, of San Diego, CA.

He died on December 12 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Deans

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Patrick D. Deans, 22 of Orlando, FL.

He died on December 12 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - McLawhorn

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Cpl. Willie A. McLawhorn Jr., 23, of Conway, NC.

He died on December 12 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Collins

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Cpl. Sean M. Collins, 25, of Ewa Beach, HI.

He died on December 12 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Green

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Staff Sgt. Stacy A. Green, 34, of Alexander City, AL.

He died on December 10 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Goncalo

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Ethan L. Goncalo, 21, of Fall Rivers, MA.

He died on December 11 in Kabul, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Finch

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. David D. Finch, 24, of Bath Springs, TN.

He died on December 8 in Wasit province, Iraq, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Mixon

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Kelly J. Mixon, 23, of Yulee, FL.

He died on December 8 in Balkh province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ayube

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. James A. Ayube, II, 25, of Salem, MA.

He died on December 8 in Balkh province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Geary

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Michael E. Geary, 20, of Derry, NH.

He died on December 8 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Peto

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Jason D. Peto, 31, of Vancouver, WA.

He died on December 7 from wounds received November 24 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ashlock

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Vincent W. Ashlock, 45, of Seaside, CA.

He died on December 4 in Khost province, Afghanistan, in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Wyatt

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Derek A. Wyatt, 25, of Akron, OH.

He died on December 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rusk

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Pfc. Colton W. Rusk, 20, of Orange Grove, TX.

He died on December 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Aleman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Nicholas J. Aleman, 24, of Brooklyn, NY.

He died on December 5 while supporting combat operations in Paktia province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Reeves

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Jason A. Reeves, 32, of Odessa, TX.

He died on December 5 in Gardez District, Paktia Province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Scott

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Lucas C. Scott, 20, of Peebles, OH.

He died on December 3 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Today's body count - 12/04/2010

U.S. military deaths in Iraq (since war began 03/19/2003): 4,429
U.S. military deaths in Afghanistan (since war began 10/07/2001): 1,415

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Thode

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army SFC James E. Thode, 45, of Kirtland, NM.

He died on December 2 at Sabari District, Khowst Province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Abbate

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Matthew T. Abbate, 26, of Honolulu, HI.

He died on December 2 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Wade

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Chad S. Wade, 22, of Bentonville, AR.

He died on December 1 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - McLain

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pvt. Buddy W. McLain, 24, of Mexico, ME.

He died on November 29, in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Staggs

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Austin G. Staggs, 19, of Senoia, GA.

He died on November 29, in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Gassen

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Jacob A. Gassen, 21, of Beaver Dam, WI.

He died on November 29, in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ramsey

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Matthew W. Ramsey, 20, of Quartz Hill, CA.

He died on November 29, in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Oakes

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Curtis A. Oakes, 29, of Athens, OH.

He died on November 29, in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Jarvis

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Barry E. Jarvis, 36, of Tell City, IN.

He died on November 29, in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an insurgent attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Milley

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 1st Lt. Scott F. Milley, 23, of Sudbury, MA.

He died on November 30 in Logar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Harris

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pvt. Devon J. Harris, 24, of Mesquite, TX.

He died on November 27 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with a rocket-propelled grenade.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Donnelly

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine 1st Lt. William J. Donnelly IV, 27, of Picayune, MS.

He died on November 25 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Buenagua

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Ardenjoseph A. Buenagua, 19, of San Jose, CA.

He died on November 24 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Middleton

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. William K. Middleton, 26, of Norfolk, VA.

He died on November 22 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Flannery

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Sean M. Flannery, 29, of Wyomissing, PA.

He died on November 22 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Robinson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. David S. Robinson, 25, of Fort Smith, AR.

He died on November 20 in Qalat, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered in a non-combat related accident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Luff

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. David J. Luff Jr., 29, of Hamilton, OH.

He died on November 21 in Tikrit, Iraq, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Gandy

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Loleni W. Gandy, 36, of Pago Pago, American Samoa.

He died on November 19 in Balad, Iraq, in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Smith

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Jason T. Smith, 28, of Colorado Springs, CO.

He died on November 19 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Culbreth

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Justin E. Culbreth, 26, of Colorado Springs, CO.

He died on November 17 in Panjway district, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Holder

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Kyle M. Holder, 18, of Conroe, TX.

He died on November 17 at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained in a non-combat incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Senft

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. David P. Senft, 27, of Grass Valley, CA.

He died on November 15 at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Warriner

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Christian M. Warriner, 19, of Mills River, NC.

He died on November 14 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Snow

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jesse A. Snow, 25, of Fairborn, OH.

He died on November 14 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Nagorski

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Scott T. Nagorski, 27, of Greenfield, WI.

He died on November 14 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lillard

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Nathan E. Lillard, 26, of Knoxville, TN.

He died on November 14 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ahmed

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Shane H. Ahmed, 31, of Chesterfield, MI.

He died on November 14 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rivera

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Staff Sgt. Javier O. Ortiz Rivera, 26, of Rochester, NY.

He died on November 16 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Pape

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Kevin M. Pape, 30, of Fort Wayne, IN.

He died on November 16 in Konar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Carroll

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jacob C. Carroll, 20, of Clemmons, NC.

He died on November 13 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, when a suicide bomber detonated a vest bomb and struck his unit.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Carver

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Cpl. Jacob R. Carver, 20, of Freeman, MO.

He died on November 13 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, when a suicide bomber detonated a vest bomb and struck his unit.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rivadeneira

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Juan L. Rivadeneira, 27, of Davie, FL.

He died on November 13 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, when a suicide bomber detonated a vest bomb and struck his unit.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lutes

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. David C. Lutes, 28, of Frostburg, MD.

He died on November 11 in Landstuhl, Germany, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, on November 8.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Chihuahua

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Shannon Chihuahua, 25, of Thomasville, GA.

He died on November 12 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire and rocket propelled grenades.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Bolen

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Edward H. Bolen, 25, of Chittenango, NY.

He died on November 10 in Logar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire and an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Fannin

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Cpl. Shawn D. Fannin, 32, of Wheelersburg, OH.

He died on November 12 in Mazar-e Sharif, Afghanistan in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Bubacz

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Senior Airman Andrew S. Bubacz, 23, of Dalzell, SC.

He died on November 12 in Nuristan, Afghanistan, while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Stack

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. James B. Stack, 20, of Arlington Heights, IL.

He died on November 10 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Huse

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Dakota R. Huse, 19, of Greenwood, LA.

He died on November 9 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Kelly

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine 2nd Lt. Robert M. Kelly, 29, of Tallahassee, FL.

He died on November 9 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Hutchins

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Andrew L. Hutchins, 20, of New Portland, ME.

He died on November 8 in Khost province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Vargas

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Anthony Vargas, 27, of Reading, PA.

He died on November 8 in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - McCluskey

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Jason J. McCluskey, 26, of McAlester, OK.

He died on November 4 at Zarghun Shahr, Mohammad Agha district, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Kridlo

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Dale J. Kridlo, 33, Hughestown, PA.

He died on November 7 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cruttenden

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Aaron B. Cruttenden, 25, of Mesa, AZ.

He died on November 7 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Braggs

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Randy R. Braggs, 21, of Sierra Vista, AZ.

He died on November 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Emrick

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Staff Sgt. Jordan B. Emrick, 26, of Hoyleton, IL.

He died on November 5 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Reifert

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Shane M. Reifert, 23, of Cottrellville, MI.

He died on November 6 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Broehm

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Matthew J. Broehm, 22, of Flagstaff, AZ.

He died on November 4 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Pearson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Brandon W. Pearson, 21, of Arvada, CO.

He died on November 4 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Paranzino

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Michael F. Paranzino, 22, of Middletown, RI.

He died on November 5 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Whipple

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Blake D. Whipple, 21, of Williamsville, NY.

He died on November 5 in Ghazni province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Young

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. James C. Young, 25, of Rochester, IL.

He died on November 3 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Harris

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Todd M. Harris, 37, of Tucson, AZ.

He died on November 3 in Badghis province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Zimmerman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine 1st Lt. James R. Zimmerman, 25, of Aroostook, ME.

He died on November 2 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Meari

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Andrew N. Meari, 21, of Plainfield, IL.

He died on November 1 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Curtis

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jonathan M. Curtis, 24, of Belmont, MA.

He died on November 1 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Land

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Brett W. Land, 24, of Wasco, CA.

He died on October 30 in the Zhari district, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death from Afghanistan - Solorzanovaldovino

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Diego A. Solorzanovaldovinos, 24, of Huntington Park, CA.

He died on October 29 in Landstuhl, Germany, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit on October 27 with small arms fire in the Yahya Khel district in Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Maldonado

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Pedro A. Maldonado, 20, of Houston, TX.

He died on October 29 in Kandalay, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with rocket-propelled grenades and small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Dickmyer

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Adam L. Dickmyer, 26, of Winston-Salem, NC.

He died on October 28 near Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Honeycutt

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Terry E. Honeycutt Jr., 19, of Waldorf, MD.

He died on October 27 from wounds received on October 21 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Kirspel

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Michael D. Kirspel Jr., 23, of Hopatcong, NJ.

He died on October 27 near the village of Khwaja Kinti, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Kuwait - Tanner

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Phillip C. Tanner, 43, of Sheridan, WY.

He died on October 26 in Ali Al Salem, Kuwait, of injuries sustained in a non-combat incident while supporting U.S. military operations in Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Jones

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. David R. Jones Jr., 21, of Saint Johnsville, NY.

He died on October 24 in Baghdad, Iraq, of injuries sustained in a non-combat incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Moffitt

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Thomas A. Moffitt, 21, of Wichita, KS.

He died on October 24 in Sarobi District, Paktika Province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his unit was attacked by insurgents with small arms fire and rocket propelled grenades.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death from Afghanistan - O'Malley

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Aracely Gonzalez O'Malley, 31, of Brawley, CA.

He died on October 22 in Homburg, Germany, of injuries sustained in a non combat incident October 12 at Mazar-e Sharif, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Dupont

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Steven L. Dupont, 20, of Lafayette, LA.

He died on October 24 in Rangrizan, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death from Afghanistan - Sadell

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Charles M. Sadell, 34, of Columbia, MO.

He died on October 24 at National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, MD, of wounds suffered October 5 at Arif Kala, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Pallares

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Ronnie J. Pallares, 19, of Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

He died on October 23 in Andar district, Ghazni, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - McAninch

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Kenneth K. McAninch, 28, of Logansport, IN.

He died on October 21 in Yahya Khel district, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Jenkins

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Gerald R. Jenkins, 19, of Circleville, OH.

He died on October 20 in Maquan, Zhari district, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cullins

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Staff Sgt. Joshua J. Cullins, 28, of Simi Valley, CA.

He died on October 19 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Jackson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Francisco R. Jackson, 24, of Elizabeth, NJ.

He died on October 19 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Villarreal

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Jorge Villarreal Jr., 22, of San Antonio, TX.

He died on October 17 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Tawney

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Ian M. Tawney, 25, of Dallas, OR.

He died on October 16 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Reid

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Dylan T. Reid, 24, of Springfield, MO.

He died on October 16 in Amarah, Iraq, in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Today's body count - 10/17/2010

U.S. military deaths in Iraq (since war began 03/19/2003): 4,425
U.S. military deaths in Afghanistan (since war began 10/07/2001): 1,342

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Boelk

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. James D. Boelk, 24, of Oceanside, CA.

He died on October 15 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Billingsley

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Tramaine J. Billingsley, 20, of Portsmouth, VA.

He died on October 14 while conducting combat operations between Moqur and Darreh-Ye-Bum, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Martinez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Rafael Martinez Jr., 36, of Spring Valley, CA.

He died on October 14 while conducting combat operations between Moqur and Darreh-Ye-Bum, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Benitez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Carlos A. Benitez, 24, of Carrollton, TX.

He died on October 14 while conducting combat operations between Moqur and Darreh-Ye-Bum, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Newman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Eric C. Newman, 30, of Waynesboro, MS.

He died on October 14 in Akatzai Kalay, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Catherwood

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Alec E. Catherwood, 19, of Byron, IL.

He died on October 14 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lopez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Joseph C. Lopez, 26, of Rosamond, CA.

He died on October 14 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ceniceros

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Irvin M. Ceniceros, 21, of Clarksville, AR.

He died on October 14 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Byrd

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Jordan M. Byrd, 19, of Grantsville, UT.

He died on October 13 in Yahya Kheyl, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Dew

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Pfc. Victor A. Dew, 20, of Granite Bay, CA.

He died on October 13 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rodewald

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Joseph E. Rodewald, 21, of Albany, OR.

He died on October 13 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Vinnedge

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Phillip D. Vinnedge, 19, of Saint Charles, MO.

He died on October 13 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cain

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Justin J. Cain, 22, of Manitowoc, WI.

He died on October 13 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Johnson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Raymon L. A. Johnson, 22, of Midland, GA.

He died on October 13 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Powell

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Matthew C. Powell, 20, of Slidell, LA.

He died on October 12 at Kandahar Airfield, of wounds suffered at Ghunday Ghar, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his military vehicle using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Hess

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. David A. Hess, 25, of Ruskin, FL.

He died on October 10 of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Weigle

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Dave J. Weigle, 29, of Philadelphia, PA.

He died on October 10 of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Zaehringer

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Frank R. Zaehringer III, 23, of Reno, NV.

He died on October 11 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Sparks

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. John T. Sparks, 23, of Chicago, IL.

He died on October 8 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Gonzalez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Hospital Corpsman Edwin Gonzalez, 22, of North Miami Beach, FL.

He died on October 8 from wounds sustained from an improvised explosive device while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Sockalosky

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Stephen C. Sockalosky, 21, of Cordele, GA.

He died on October 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lynch

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Scott A. Lynch, 22, of Greenwood Lake, NY.

He died on October 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Johnson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Senior Airman Daniel J. Johnson, 23, of Schiller Park, Ill.

He died on October 5 of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Board

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Cody A. Board, 19, of McKinney, TX.

He died on October 4 at Mirwais, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Clark

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Ryane G. Clark, 22, of New London, MN.

He died on October 4 in Shekhabad, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Campbell

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Karl A. Campbell, 34, of Chiefland, FL.

He died on October 4 in Babur, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Pedro

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Brian J. Pedro, 27, of Rosamond, CA.

He died on October 2 in Pol-e-Khumri, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Prentler

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Joseph T. Prentler, 20, of Fenwick, MI.

He died on October 4 in Mama Kariz, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his military vehicle using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Vogeler

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Lance H. Vogeler, 29, of Frederick, MD.

He died on October 1 in Bastion, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered in Helmand, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with indirect fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Matteoni

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine gt. Anthony D. Matteoni, 22, of Union City, MI.

He died on October 1 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rabon

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Luther W. Rabon Jr., 32, of Lexington, SC.

He died on October 1 in Paktika province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his military vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Harley

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Willie J. Harley Jr., 48, of Aiken, SC.

He died on October 1 in Paktika province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his military vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Officer

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Justin A. Officer, 26, of Wichita, KS.

He died on September 29 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Harrison

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Calvin B. Harrison, 31, of San Antonio, TX.

He died on September 29 in Uruzgan province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Jackson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Timothy M. Jackson, 22, of Corbin, KY.

He died on September 30 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Forester

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Senior Airman Mark Forester, 29, of Tuscaloosa, AL.

He died on September 29 in Uruzgan province, Afghanistan, while conducting combat operations in the area.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Fabbri

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Ralph J. Fabbri, 20, of Gallitzin, PA.

He died on September 28 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Morrison

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Donald S. Morrison, 23, of Cincinnati, OH.

He died on September 26 at Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his military vehicle with an improvised explosive device on September 25 at Forward Operating Base Frontenac, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Simpson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Mark A. Simpson, 40, of Peoria, IL.

He died on September 26 at Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his military vehicle with an improvised explosive device on September 25 at Forward Operating Base Frontenac, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Petree

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Jaysine P. S. Petree, 19, of Yigo, Guam.

She died on September 24 of wounds suffered while traveling between Ghanzi and Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, when her military vehicle was attacked with an improvised explosive device.

May she rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Dawson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. William B. Dawson, 20, of Tunica, MS.

He died on September 24 of wounds suffered while traveling between Ghanzi and Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, when his military vehicle was attacked with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Kuwait - Whisenant

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Marc C. Whisenant, 23, of Holly Hill, FL.

He died on September 24 in Kuwait of injuries sustained in a military vehicle roll-over while supporting U.S. operations in Iraq.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Noonan

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Gebrah P. Noonan, 26, of Watertown, CT.

He died on September 24 in Fallujah, Iraq, of injuries sustained September 23 in a non-combat incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Carrillo

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. John Carrillo Jr., 20, of Stockton, CA.

He died on September 24 in Fallujah, Iraq, of injuries sustained September 23 in a non-combat incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Today's body count - 09/27/2010

U.S. military deaths in Iraq (since war began 03/19/2003): 4,423
U.S. military deaths in Afghanistan (since war began 10/07/2001): 1,304

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Springer

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Clinton E. Springer II, 21, of Sanford, ME.

He died on September 24 in Kabul, Afghanistan, in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rosa

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Anthony J. Rosa, 20, of Swanton, VT.

He died on September 23 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Calhoun

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Marvin R. Calhoun Jr., 23, of Elkhart, IN.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash in Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Powell

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Joshua D. Powell, 25, of Pleasant Plains, IL.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash in Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - McClellan

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Chief Warrant Officer Jonah D. McClellan, 26, of St. Louis Park, MN.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash in Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Wagstaff

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Chief Warrant Officer Matthew G. Wagstaff, 34, of Orem, UT.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash in Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Baldwin

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Maj. Robert F. Baldwin, 39, of Muscatine, IA.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash in Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Miranda

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class (SEAL) Denis C. Miranda, 24, of Toms River, NJ.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash during combat operations in the Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Smith

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class (SEAL) Adam O. Smith, 26, of Hurland, MO.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash during combat operations in the Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - McLendon

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer David B. McLendon, 30, of Thomasville, GA.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash during combat operations in the Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Looney

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Lt. (SEAL) Brendan J. Looney, 29, of Owings, MD.

He died on September 21 in a helicopter crash during combat operations in the Zabul province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Buras

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Senior Airman Michael J. Buras, 23, of Fitzgerald, GA.

He died on September 21 of wounds suffered as a result of an improvised explosive device detonation in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ose

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Pfc. Joshua S. Ose, 19, of Hernando, MS.

He died on September 20 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Harton

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Joshua A. Harton, 23, of Bethlehem, PA.

He died on September 18 in Kaftar Khan, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms and rocket propelled grenade fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Carron

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Maj. Paul D. Carron, 33, of MO.

He died on September 18 at Qalat, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Vieyra

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Barbara Vieyra, 22, of Mesa, AZ.

She died on September 18 of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked her unit using an improvised explosive device and rocket propelled grenade fire in Kunar province, Afghanistan.

May she rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Johnson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Timothy L. Johnson, 24, of Randolph, NY.

He died on September 16 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device at Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Yates

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 1st Lt. Eric Yates, 26, of Rineyville, KY.

He died on September 18 in the Zhari district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Newman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Jaime C. Newman, 27, of Richmond, VA.

He died on September 17 in the Zhari district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Grider

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Ronald A. Grider, 30, Brighton, IL.

He died on September 18 at Kunduz province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when he was struck by machine gun fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Fleming

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine 1st Lt. Scott J. Fleming, 24, of Marietta, GA.

He died on September 17 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Snow

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Deangelo B. Snow, 22, of Saginaw, MI.

He died on September 17 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attached his vehicle with a rocket propelled grenade.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Sanchez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Senior Airman Daniel R. Sanchez, 23, of El Paso, TX.

He died on September 16 while conducting combat operations in Oruzgan province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Kramer

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Aaron K. Kramer, 22, of Salt Lake City, UT.

He died on September 16 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Burner

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. John F. Burner III, 32, of Baltimore, MD.

He died on Sept. 16, in Iskandariya, Iraq, in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Hansen

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Senior Airman James A. Hansen, 25, of Athens, MI.

He died on September 15 of wounds suffered during a controlled detonation at Joint Base Balad, Iraq.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Weaver

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 1st Lt. Todd W. Weaver, 26, of Hampton, VA.

He died on September 9 in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Bishop

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. John C. Bishop, 25, of Columbus, IN.

He died on September 8 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - McClamrock

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pvt. James F. McClamrock, 22, of Huntersville, NC.

He died on September 7 at Balad, Iraq, of wounds suffered in a shooting incident in Salah ad-Din province.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Jenkins

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Philip C. Jenkins, 26, of Decatur, IN.

He died on September 7 at Balad, Iraq, of wounds suffered in a shooting incident in Salah ad-Din province.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Balthaser

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Jesse M. Balthaser, 23, of Columbus, OH.

He died on September 4 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Charte

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Philip G. E. Charte, 22, of Goffstown, NH.

He died on September 7 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Carver

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Ross S. Carver, 21, of Rocky Point, NC.

He died on September 3 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - McMahon

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Capt. Jason T. McMahon, 35, of Mulvane, KS.

He died on September 5 in Bagram, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with indirect fire in Jalalabad.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Montoya

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Diego M. Montoya, 20, of San Antonio, TX.

He died on September 2 in Laghman province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with indirect fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Page

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. James A. Page, 23, of Titusville, FL.

He died on August 31 in Logar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - George

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Matthew E. George, 22, of Gransboro, NC.

He died on August 31 in Logar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Alcaraz

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Raymond C. Alcaraz, 20, of Redlands, CA.

He died on August 31 in Logar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Adkinson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Vinson B. Adkinson III, 26, of Harper, KS.

He died on August 31 in Logar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Grochowiak

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Casey J. Grochowiak, 34, of Lompoc, CA.

He died on August 30 in Malajat, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Noziska

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 1st Lt. Mark A. Noziska, 24, of Papillon, NE.

He died on August 30 in Malajat, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Twigg

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Joshua T. Twigg, 21, of Indiana, Pa.

He died on September 2 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Grochowiak

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Casey J. Grochowiak, 34, of Lompoc, CA.

He died on August 30 in Malajat, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Noziska

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 2nd Lt. Mark A. Noziska, 24, of Papillon, NE.

He died on August 30 in Malajat, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rodgers

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Christopher B. Rodgers, 20, of Griffin, GA.

He died on September 1 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Novak

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pvt. Adam J. Novak, 20, of Prairie du Sac, WI.

He died of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device on August 27 in Paktiya, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Coleman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Chad D. Coleman, 20, of Moreland, GA.

He died of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device on August 27 in Paktiya, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Roberts

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Cody A. Roberts, 22, of Boise, ID.

He died on August 31 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan..

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Bovia

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Joseph A. Bovia, 24, of Kenner, LA.

He died on August 31 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Clements

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Chad D. Clements, 26, of Huntington, IN.

He died on August 30 in the Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - West

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Matthew J. West, 36, of Conover, WI.

He died on August 30 in the Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Kessler

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Kevin J. Kessler, 32, of Canton, OH.

He died on August 30 in the Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Infante

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Jesse Infante, 30, of Cypress, TX.

He died on August 30 in the Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Goetz

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Capt. Dale A Goetz, 43, of White, SD.

He died on August 30 in the Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Castro

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Andrew J. Castro, 20, of Westlake Village, CA.

He died on August 28 in Babur, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Durham

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Patrick K. Durham, 24, of Chattanooga, TN.

He died on August 28 in Babur, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Holley

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Gunnery Sgt. Floyd E. C. Holley, 36, of Casselberry, FL.

He died on August 29 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Raver

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Bryn T. Raver, 20, of Harrison, AR.

He died on August 29 at Nangahar, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when his military vehicle was struck by a rocket propelled grenade on August 28 at Nangahar, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Wallace

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Capt. Ellery R. Wallace, 33, of UT.

He died on August 29 at Nangahar, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when his military vehicle was struck by a rocket propelled grenade on August 28 at Nangahar, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Novak

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pvt. Adam J. Novak, 20, of Prairie du Sac, WI.

He died on August 27 of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive in Paktiya, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Coleman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Chad D. Coleman, 20, of Moreland, GA.

He died on August 27 of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive in Paktiya, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Robinson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. James C. Robinson, 27, of Lebanon, OH.

He died on August 28 at Paktika, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with indirect fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ide

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. James R. Ide, 32, of Festus, MO.

He died on August 29 at Hyderabad, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Fedder

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Master Sgt. Daniel L. Fedder, 34, of Pine City, MN.

He died on August 27 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Swink

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class James M. Swink, 20, of Yucca Valley, CA.

He died on August 27 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Today's body count - 08/25/2010

U.S. military deaths in Iraq (since war began 03/19/2003): 4,417
U.S. military deaths in Afghanistan (since war began 10/07/2001): 1,246

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Shoecraft

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Justin B. Shoecraft, 28, of Elkhart, IN.

He died on August 24 at Tarin Kowt, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device at Kakarak, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Newton

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Robert J. Newton, 21, of Creve Coeur, IL.

He died on August 23 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rodriguez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Ronald A. Rodriguez, 26, of Falls Church, VA.

He died on August 23 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Calo

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Jason D. Calo, 23, of Lexington, KY.

He died on August 22 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Meletiche

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Pedro A. Millet Meletiche, 20, of Elizabeth, NJ.

He died on August 22 at Arghandab River Valley, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Maggart

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Brandon E. Maggart, 24, of Kirksville, MO.

He died on August 22 at Basrah, Iraq, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using indirect fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Southworth

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Tristan H. Southworth, 21, of West Danville, VT.

He died on August 22 at Paktika, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms and rocket propelled grenade fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Deluzio

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Steven J. Deluzio, 25, of South Glastonbury, CT.

He died on August 22 at Paktika, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms and rocket propelled grenade fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Maldonado

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Alexis V. Maldonado, 20, of Wichita Falls, TX.

He died on August 21 at Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire in Zhari province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Schultz

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Nathaniel J. A. Schultz, 19, of Safety Harbor, Fl.

He died on August 21 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Wright

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Christopher S. Wright, 23, of Tollesboro, KY.

He died on August 19 in Pech, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Childers

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Cody S. Childers, 19, of Chesapeake, VA.

He died on August 20 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Boyd

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Christopher J. Boyd, 22, of Palatine, IL.

He died on August 19 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lugo

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Martin A. Lugo, 24, of Tucson, AZ.

He died on August 19 in Puli Alam, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Thomas

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Collin Thomas, 33, of Morehead, KY.

He died on August 18 during a combat operation in eastern Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death from injuries in Afghanistan - Roberts

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. 1st Class Edgar N. Roberts, 39, of Hinesville, GA.

He died on August 17 at the National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, MD, of wounds sustained June 26 at Sayed Abad, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Oratowski

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin E. Oratowski, 23, of Wheaton, IL.

He died on August 18 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - High

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pvt. Charles M. High, IV, 21, of Albuquerque, NM.

He died on August 17 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when an improvised explosive device caused a military vehicle roll-over.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Chisholm

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Benjamen G. Chisholm, 24, of Fort Worth, TX.

He died on August 17 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when an improvised explosive device caused a military vehicle roll-over.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Farley

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Derek J. Farley, 24, of Nassau, NY.

He died on August 17 at Bala Boluk, Farah, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated as he attempted to disarm it.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Rhett

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jamal M. Rhett, 24, of Palmyra, NJ.

He died on August 15 in Ba Qubah, Iraq, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his vehicle with grenades.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Bock

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Staff Sgt. Michael A. Bock, 26, of Leesburg, Fl.

He died on August 13 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Greer

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Kristopher D. Greer, 25, of Ashland City, TN.

He died on August 8 of wounds received August 6 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Karch

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Christopher N. Karch, 23, of Indianapolis, IN.

He died on August 11 in Arghandab Valley, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Saenz

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Jose L. Saenz III, 30, of Pleasanton, TX.

He died on August 9 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Today's body count - 08/11/2010

U.S. military deaths in Iraq (since war began 03/19/2003): 4,414
U.S. military deaths in Afghanistan (since war began 10/07/2001): 1,223

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Andrade

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. John E. Andrade, 19, of San Antonio, TX.

He died on August 7 at DE Khak Chupan Turah, Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cuzzupe

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Paul O. Cuzzupe, 23, of Plant City, FL.

He died on August 8 in Akhtar-Mohammad-Khan, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rappuhn

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Bradley D. Rappuhn, 24, of Grand Ledge, MI.

He died on August 8 at Zhari Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Gammone

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Pfc. Vincent E. Gammone III, 19, of Christiana, TN.

He died on August 7 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cornelius

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Cornelius, 20, of Ashtabula, OH.

He died on August 7 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Nicol

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Andrew C. Nicol, 23, of Kensington, NH.

He died on August 8 at Zhari Kandahar, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Iraq - Hinkley

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Faith R. Hinkley, 23, of Colorado Springs, CO.

She died on August 7 in Baghdad, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked her unit in Iskandariya, Iraq.

May she rest in peace as she couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Donahue

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Max W. Donahue, 23, of Highlands Ranch, CO.

He died on August 7 of wounds received August 4 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.