Ultimate Sacrifices: CPT. Jennifer Moreno

Jennifer Moreno was a Chicana who exceeded all expectations of people from her San Diego neighborhood, lived life with a purpose, and died a hero in Afghanistan serving with the Ranger Battalion.

After a stellar high school career as a top marksman and leader in the JROTC program at San Diego High School, Jennifer Moreno, a warrior, nurse, and US Army captain, became a core member of the Cultural Support Team in Afghanistan. The elite female squad took part in the most dangerous combat operations in war-torn Afghanistan while providing allied forces a means to communicate with the women of that country. Her life and legacy are remembered, from her underprivileged beginning, to her career in the military, and to her sacrifice in the line of duty.