Pentagon: 365 Service Members Wounded Since Start of Operation Epic Fury
- Posted on April 3, 2026
- By The Wall Street Journal
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In brief
Nearly five weeks into Operation Epic Fury, the Pentagon reports significant casualties among U.S. military personnel. A total of 365 service members have sustained combat injuries, with the Army bearing the heaviest burden at 247 wounded soldiers. Naval forces account for 63 wounded, while Air Force and Marine Corps personnel constitute 36 and 19 injured respectively. Despite the substantial number of wounded troops, fatalities remain relatively contained at 13 deaths, reflecting advances in battlefield medical response and protective equipment.
Pentagon: 365 Service Members Wounded Since Start of Operation Epic Fury
Pentagon data showed that as of Friday, 365 service members have been wounded in action since Operation Epic Fury started nearly five weeks ago.
Most--247--are Army soldiers; 63 are in the Navy; 19 are in the Marines; and 36 are in the Air Force. The death toll remains at 13, according to the data.
