Military

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

            Pfc. Kenny D. Rojas, 21, of Pembroke Pines, Fla., died near Bayji, Iraq, on Oct. 29, when his unit was conducting a combat patrol and a landmine exploded near his HMMWV.  Rojas was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.

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