Military

           The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. 

            Sgt. Matthew C. Bohling, 22, of Eagle River, Alaska, died on Sept. 5, 2005, in Ar Ramadi, Iraq, where an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV during combat operations.  Bohling was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Benning, Ga.

            For further information related to this release, contact Army Public Affairs at (703) 692-2000.