Lori Piestewa
Era | Global War on Terrorism |
---|---|
Branch | U.S. Army |
Rank | Specialist |
Military Decorations | Purple Heart |
Wall | F |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 4 |
Plaque Number | 40 |
507th Maintenance Company
Southwest Asia
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Killed in Action 23 Mar 2003
A Hopi Indian, Lori was the first Native American woman to be killed in combat after her unit was ambushed by enemy forces. She stands in the sacred circle with other warriors.
Transportation Corps
Piestewa Peak Phoenix, AZ
Purple Heart