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National Guard Soldier Dies in Kuwait, Honored for Bravery

3/9/2026

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Davius Remembered Honorably

Maj. Sorffly Davius, 46, a National Guard soldier from Queens, New York, died in Kuwait on March 6 from a non-combat incident while supporting Operation Spartan Shield, seventh U.S. service member fatality since U.S. and Israel began operations against Iran.
Davius previously served with NYPD and was honored by New York Council Speaker Julie Menin and Rep. Mike Lawler.
Military leaders emphasized bravery and sacrifice and pledged to remember him.

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Coady Honored Posthumously

Sgt. Declan Coady, 20, was killed in a drone attack in Kuwait while supporting Operation Epic Fury.
Coady was a Drake University student who enlisted in the Army Reserve in 2023 and was posthumously promoted to sergeant.
A GoFundMe campaign raised over $94,000 for his family, with the father as beneficiary to cover funeral and memorial expenses.
Supporters praised Coady's bravery and dedication.

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Historical Context

The Gulf War, lasting from August 1990 to February 1991, saw a coalition of 34 nations led by the U.S. respond to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Operation Desert Storm, initiated on January 17, 1991, involved over 500,000 U.S. troops and resulted in a swift victory. The ongoing military presence in Kuwait, highlighted by recent casualties, raises concerns about U.S. foreign policy and regional stability.

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Davius Remembered Honorably

Maj. Sorffly Davius, 46, a National Guard soldier from Queens, New York, died in Kuwait on March 6 from a non-combat incident while supporting Operation Spartan Shield, seventh U.S. service member fatality since U.S. and Israel began operations against Iran.
Davius previously served with NYPD and was honored by New York Council Speaker Julie Menin and Rep. Mike Lawler.
Military leaders emphasized bravery and sacrifice and pledged to remember him.

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