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Marshfield Soldier killed in Afghanistan

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

         

A soldier from Marshfield died after a Christmas Day attack in Afghanistan.

The Defense Department reported today that 27-year-old Staff Sergeant Joseph Altmann died in Kunar province. Insurgents attacked his unit with small-arms fire, according to the military.

His family is preparing to fly to Dover, Delaware for the arrival of the body. Altmann served two tours in Iraq and had just re-enlisted for another four years.

Governor Scott Walker released a statement in response to Altmann's death.  "While it is disappointing to hear that an individual who was serving his third tour of duty was killed on Christmas Day, Joseph now serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by our honorable service men and women all across the world each and every day."

 

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