Specialist John August Boliver Jr., A Soldier's Story

Specialist John August Boliver Jr., A Soldier's Story

Specialist John August Boliver Jr.

Born May 10, 1963 - Died February 25, 1991

Specialist John August Boliver Jr. was born on May 10, 1963, in Louisville, Kentucky. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1983 and was initially assigned to Fort Hood, where he began his active-duty service. During this period, he also served briefly in Germany before being honorably discharged from active duty in 1986.

Following his active service, Specialist Boliver continued his military commitment by joining the Pennsylvania Army Reserve. In civilian life, he worked in mechanical maintenance at a local hospital, bringing technical skill and reliability to both his military and civilian responsibilities.

When his reserve unit was activated for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, Specialist Boliver deployed to Saudi Arabia as part of a unit tasked with water purification and distribution, an essential mission supporting U.S. and coalition forces operating in the desert environment.

On February 25, 1991, Specialist John August Boliver Jr. was killed when a SCUD missile struck the warehouse being used as barracks by the 14th Quartermaster Battalion. His death occurred during one of the deadliest missile attacks of the Gulf War.

Specialist Boliver is laid to rest at Monongahela Cemetery, remembered for his continued dedication to service, both in uniform and in the quiet, necessary work that sustains those who serve.

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