Matthew Gene "Axe" Axelson (June 25, 1976 – June 28, 2005) was an enlisted United States Navy SEAL who was awarded the U.S. Navy's highest decoration, the Navy Cross and the Purple Heart, for his actions during the War in Afghanistan. Serving as a sniper in the operation, Axelson was killed in action during the firefight phase of Operation Red Wings, he is survived by his parents, brother and wife.
You can find people similar to Matthew Axelson by visiting our lists United States Navy personnel of the War in Afghanistan (2001–present) and Recipients of the Navy Cross (United States).
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Date of birth | 25 June 1976
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Place of birth | Cupertino, California, U.S.
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Date of death | 28 June 2005
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Place of death | Kunar Province, Afghanistan
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