Douglas A. Zembiec | |
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 Zembiec, during the First Battle of Fallujah, Iraq, in 2004 | |
| Birth name | Douglas Alexander Zembiec |
| Nickname(s) | "Lion of Fallujah" |
| Born | April 14, 1973 Kealakekua, Hawaii, United States |
| Died | May 11, 2007 (aged 34) Baghdad, Iraq |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps Special Activities Center |
| Years of service | 1995–2007 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | |
| Awards | |
Douglas Alexander Zembiec (April 14, 1973 – May 11, 2007), nicknamed the "Lion of Fallujah"[1][2] and also referred to as the "Unapologetic Warrior",[3] was an officer in the United States Marine Corps and member of the CIA's Special Activities Division's Ground Branch who was killed in action while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom.[4] He is best known for his actions during Operation Vigilant Resolve, which were detailed in the book No True Glory by Bing West and for an article that ran in The Wall Street Journal following his death.[5]
- ^ Siegel, Andrea F. (May 15, 2007). "Maj. Douglas A. Zembiec, a decorated Marine who was killed in Iraq, is to be buried tomorrow". The Baltimore Sun. Archived from the original on June 25, 2021.
- ^ Olson, Bradley (October 8, 2007). "In death, 'Lion of Fallujah' still inspires; Academy grad epitomized bravery, integrity, sacrifice". The Baltimore Sun. p. A1. Archived from the original on May 23, 2011. Alt URL[dead link]
- ^ Perry, Tony (August 22, 2004). "The unapologetic warrior;In Iraq, a Marine Corps captain is living out his heart's desire". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on May 22, 2011.
- ^ Oliva, Mark (May 19, 2007). "Lion of Fallujah is laid to rest". Marine Corps News. Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Public Affairs Office: United States Marine Corps. Archived from the original on August 17, 2008. Retrieved December 1, 2008.
- ^ West, Bing (September 12, 2007). "Our New National Divide". The Wall Street Journal. Archived from the original on September 14, 2007.