Warrant Officer John K "Jack" Morgan, A Soldier's Story
Warrant Officer John K "Jack" Morgan, A Soldier's Story
Warrant Officer John K. “Jack” Morgan was born on December 7, 1962, in Bellevue, Washington. He graduated from Interlake High School in 1981 and soon chose a path of military service, enlisting in the United States Navy. During his first enlistment, he served as an Electrician’s Mate, gaining technical experience and a foundation in disciplined service.
After completing his naval service, Morgan briefly worked as an account representative for an investment firm. Civilian life, however, did not hold him long. Drawn back into military service, he reenlisted—this time in the United States Army, where he pursued a career in aviation. In 1989, he earned his helicopter pilot certification and entered the Army’s warrant officer aviation ranks.
In the fall of 1990, Warrant Officer Morgan deployed to the Middle East in support of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm during the Gulf War. Army aviators played a critical role in the conflict, conducting reconnaissance, transport, and combat support missions in fast-moving and often dangerous conditions.
On February 27, 1991, during combat operations, the helicopter piloted by Warrant Officer John K. Morgan was shot down. He was killed in action during the final days of the war.
Warrant Officer Morgan is buried at Sunset Hills Memorial Park, returned home to the community where his life began.
His story reflects the commitment of a generation of service members who answered the call twice—first in one branch, then another, and carried that dedication into the skies over the desert.
*See also Sergeant Lee Arthur Belas_____________________________________________________________________________
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