Honoring the U.S. service members killed in the Iran war

Key Points:

• Four U.S. service members, including Sgt. Michael Swinton, were brought home on July 22 after being killed in the Iran conflict, which has resulted in 19 U.S. military deaths and 420 wounded since hostilities began.
• The deceased include a diverse group of soldiers such as Master Sgt. Nicole M. Amor, who was killed in a drone strike in Kuwait just days before returning home, and Capt. Curtis J. Angst, who died in a KC-135 refueling plane crash over Iraq that was not caused by hostile fire.
• Several service members died in attacks on bases in the Middle East, including Pvt. Isabella Gonzales and Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, both killed during Iranian attacks on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
• Others, like Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards, died in accidents such as a helicopter crash in the Arabian Sea, while some, like Maj. Sorffly Davius, died of non-combat causes while deployed.
• The fallen soldiers are remembered for their dedication, leadership, and love for their families, with many having planned futures cut short by the conflict; their sacrifices have been honored by military officials and state leaders.