How John died

Two MH-47 Chinook helicopters were struck by enemy fire in the Shahikot mountain area. One soldier died when he fell off the first helicopter, and six others were killed after the second Chinook landed in an attempt to rescue him. [source: Faces of the Fallen]
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Press Coverage [source: Faces of the Fallen]

Bravery and Breakdowns in a Ridgetop Battle
  (Washington Post, May 24, 2002)

A Wintry Ordeal at 10,000 Feet
  (Washington Post, May 25, 2002)