The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
SGT Jacob M. Simpson, 24, of Ashland, Oregon died May 16, in Tal Afar, Iraq, when a rocket propelled grenade struck the building he was securing. Simpson was assigned to the Army's 2d Squadron, 3d Armored Cavalry Regiment from Fort Carson, CO, which is operating alongside elements of the Stryker Brigade in Tal Afar.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and fellow soldiers he leaves behind. We will include any additional articles we find below.
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
SGT Jacob M. Simpson, 24, of Ashland, Oregon died May 16, in Tal Afar, Iraq, when a rocket propelled grenade struck the building he was securing. Simpson was assigned to the Army's 2d Squadron, 3d Armored Cavalry Regiment from Fort Carson, CO, which is operating alongside elements of the Stryker Brigade in Tal Afar.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and fellow soldiers he leaves behind. We will include any additional articles we find below.
