died of wounds received in action
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died of wounds received in action
A casualty category applicable to a hostile casualty, other than the victim of a terrorist activity, who dies of wounds or other injuries received in action after having reached a medical treatment facility. Also called DWRIA. See also casualty category.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.
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