In Memory OfSPC Andy Alaniz

SPC Andy Alaniz, 20, U.S. Army, born in Texas November 10, 1970, was killed in action on February 27, 1991. Alaniz was a Fighting Vehicle Infantryman with 24th Infantry Division and deployed for Operation Desert Storm. During the Battle of Phase Line Bullet, his unit was tasked with capturing the Jalalabad Airport, which was being held by Iraqi forces. During the chaotic fight, he passed away when his vehicle got caught in the crossfire between U.S. and enemy tanks. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!