Fort Campbell soldier dies during training in Hungary
Officials said the cause of the accident is under investigation.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A sergeant with Fort Campbell was identified as the soldier who died as a result of a training accident near Camp Croft in Hungary, according to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault).
The 101st Airborne Division said Sgt. Aaron Cox, 24, of Mabank, Texas, died after he was wounded in a vehicle accident during preparations for the upcoming Exercise Saber Guardian 25 in Hungary.
Officials said the cause of the accident is under investigation.
Cox was reported as an Infantryman assigned to the “Strike” 2nd Mobile Brigade Combat Team. He joined the Army in 2021 and arrived at Fort Campbell in 2022 after completing training at Fort Benning, Georgia.
Cox was a graduate of the Army Basic Leader Course and the Combat Lifesaver Course, the 101st Airborne Division said. This was Cox’s second deployment. He was previously deployed to Poland in 2022.
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“The loss of Sgt. Cox is a tragedy for all of us on the Strike team,” said, Col. Duke Reim, commander, 2MBCT, 101st Airborne Div. “He was a strong Soldier and leader, who quickly rose through the ranks while serving. We are in direct contact with his family, for care and support that they need during this difficult time. We would like to thank our Hungarian Allies for their prompt response and support to our Soldiers.”
The 101st Airborne Division said Cox received the following awards and decorations:
- Army Achievement Medal with two oak leaf clusters
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Expert Infantryman Badge
- Air Assault Badge
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