Jangho Kim
Birthplace: Seoul, KOREA
Gender: Male
Branch: Army (1784 – present)
Date of Birth: December 26, 1985
Date of Death: November 13, 2006
Rank: Private First Class
Years Served: 2005 – 2006
Engagements:
• Iraq War (Operation Iraqi Freedom) (2003 – 2011)
Medals, Awards and Badges
Bronze Star Medal
Purple Heart
National Defense Service Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Army Overseas Service Ribbon
Combat Infantryman Badge
Burial
Private First Class Jangho Kim is buried at the Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, CA.
Personal Note
Since Jangho’s death, Steve, Sangsoon and Michelle Kim have become American citizens to reaffirm their personal beliefs in American freedom and their appreciation for Army officials’ thoughtful consideration during a time of horrific tragedy.