The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Pfc. Aaron D. Gautier, 19, of Hampton, Va., died May 17 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his mounted patrol came in contact with enemy forces using small arms fire and an improvised explosive device. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, Fort Lewis, Wash.
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the loved ones he leaves behind. Any articles we find will be added to this entry.
2 weeks, 11 deaths for Fort Lewis - The News Tribune
Soldiers From Va., Md. Die in Combat in Iraq - The Washington Post
Two more Fort Lewis soldiers killed in in Iraq - The Associated Press
Fort Lewis soldier one of three killed in attack - The Olympian
Father of Hampton soldier killed in Iraq speaks - WAVY 10 News
Funeral for Hampton soldier is Saturday - Daily Press
Two more 4th Brigade Iraq war victims mourned - The News Tribune
Funeral for Va. soldier set for Saturday - The Associated Press