The U.S. Army has released names of two paratroopers who were killed near Kandahar, Afghanistan, on Wednesday, Aug. 2.
Specialist Christopher Harris, 25, was from Jackson Springs, N.C., and Sgt. Jonathon Hunter, 23, was from Columbus, Ind.
They were killed when their patrol was struck by a vehicle laden with improvised explosives.
“The entire Devil Brigade is deeply saddened by the loss of two beloved team members,” said Col. Toby Magsig, commander of 1st Brigade Combat Team, the “Devil” Brigade.
“Spc. Christopher Harris was an extraordinary young man and a phenomenal Paratrooper,” Magsig continued. “He regularly displayed the type of courage, discipline, and empathy that the Nation expects from its warriors.”
“Sgt. Jonathon Hunter was the leader we all want to work for - strong, decisive, compassionate, and courageous. He was revered by his Paratroopers and respected throughout his unit.”
