Glen Doherty

US Navy personnel

Glen Anthony Doherty (July 10, 1970 - September 11, 2012) was an American writer and security officer. He died in the 2012 U.S. diplomatic missions attacks in Benghazi, Libya.[1]

Glen A. Doherty
Born
Glen Anthony Doherty

(1970-07-10)July 10, 1970
Winchester, Massachusetts, U.S.
DiedSeptember 11, 2012(2012-09-11) (aged 42)
Resting placeArlington National Cemetery
EducationWinchester High School, Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University
Glen Doherty
AllegianceU.S.
Service/branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1995-2004
RankPetty officer first class
Rating: Special Warfare Operator
UnitSEAL Team 3, SEAL Team 7, Naval Special Warfare Group 1 Logistics Support
Battles/warsIraq War, War in Afghanistan
AwardsBronze Star Medal with "V" device, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with "V" device
Other workContract Protective Officer, Central Intelligence Agency

Doherty was born in Winchester, Massachusetts, and studied at Winchester High School.[2]

References change

  1. Ellement, John R. (13 September 2012). "Winchester native among victims of Libya attack". The Boston Globe. Retrieved 13 September 2012.
  2. Stout, Matt (13 September 2012). "Family of Winchester man killed in Libya: 'He's a hero'". Boston Herald. Archived from the original on 16 September 2012. Retrieved 13 September 2012.