California soldier among those killed in Iran drone attack in war, Pentagon says
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A Sacramento man is believed to have been among the six U.S.Army Reserve soldiers killed Sunday in a drone strike in Kuwait amid the United States’ escalating conflict with Iran, authorities said.Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M.
Marzan, 54, is believed to have died at the scene of the Port Shuaiba attack, according to the Pentagon.He was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines and deployed to Kuwait to support the U.S.
war effort dubbed Operation Epic Fury.Gov.Gavin Newsom called Marzan a “courageous Californian whose service to our nation was marked by honor and distinction” and offered his condolences to the fallen soldier’s wife and family in a statement.
“The sacrifices made by military families are immeasurable, and California stands in solidarity with them, united in grief and gratitude,” he said, adding that Marzan’s service “exemplifies the highest ideals of our state and country.”California Sen.Adam Schiff said his thoughts are with Marzan’s family and the people of Sacramento, who are mourning the loss of one of their own.
California Sen.Alex Padilla said his heart goes out to those who knew Marzan.
“May he rest in peace,” he said, “and may God comfort his wife and family.”A U.S.Army spokesperson said that, out of respect for his family, the Army will not be releasing further information on Marzan until the medical examiner completes a positive identification of his body.
He was the final casualty to be announced in the attack.In honor of Marzan, flags at the state Capitol will continue to be flown at half-staff, Newsom said.
World & Nation Four of the six U.S.soldiers killed in the Iran war have been identified by the Pentagon as members of the Army Reserve.The Pentagon announced earlier Wednesday that Army Maj.
Jeffrey R.O’Brien, 45, of Indianola, Iowa, was confirmed to be among those killed in the strike.
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