Monday, June 28, 2010

William Taylor Richards. USMC

This is the first mention on the local news tonight.

Local Marine dies in Afghanistan

WASHINGTON D.C.--The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

Lance Cpl. William T. Richards, 20, of Trenton, GA, died June 26 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

He was assigned to 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.

 
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1 comment:

Sian said...

That is so sad. Such a tragic loss of a young life. Too many young men and women are losing their lives or suffering terrible injuries out there. My heart goes out to all their friends and families.