U.S. Military Deaths in Afghanistan The Department of Defense has identified 1,891 American service members who have died as a part of the Afghan war and related operations. It confirmed the deaths of the following Americans recently: BEAR, Jordan L., 25, Staff Sgt., Army; Denver; 82nd Airborne Division. JONES, Payton A., 19, Pfc., Army; Marble Falls, Tex.; 82nd Airborne Division. LOWRY, Conner T., 24, Cpl., Marines; Chicago; First Marine Division.