Who is Maria Clinton? 5 things you need to know about the second U.S. Army soldier whose remains were found in Morocco

Who is Maria Simon Clinton?

Here are five things you need to know about Maria Simon Clinton:

• U.S. Army Europe and Africa said Clinton served as an air and missile defense aircrew member assigned to Battery Charlie, 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command.
• Clinton will join the Regular Army Delayed Enlistment Program in 2023 and begin active duty in 2024.
• According to NBC News, Clinton completed Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training as a member of the 14P Air and Missile Defense aircrew at Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
• Clinton reported to Battery Charlie, 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment in Ansbach, Germany, in February 2025 and was subsequently promoted to specialist on May 1, 2026.
• Clinton’s awards and decorations include the Army Service Ribbon.

“The loss of the USS Clinton is a significant loss for the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command,” said Brig. Gen. Gen. Curtis King is commander of the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, according to U.S. Army Europe and Africa. “Her recovery ends the search for the two missing soldiers, but our commitment to caring for their families, friends and teammates continues. We are grateful to the U.S. and Moroccan forces for their professionalism and support throughout the search efforts.”