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Frequently asked questions
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Who is Harry Schmidt?
Harry Schmidt is a United States Marine Corps pilot who gained national attention in 2002 when he mistakenly dropped a bomb on Canadian forces in Afghanistan during a training exercise, killing four soldiers.
What was the incident that brought Schmidt national attention?
Schmidt gained national attention in 2002 when he mistakenly dropped a bomb on Canadian forces in Afghanistan during a training exercise, killing four soldiers.
What happened after Schmidt dropped the bomb?
After dropping the bomb, Schmidt was subject to a military court-martial for his role in the friendly fire incident. He was charged with dereliction of duty and involuntary manslaughter.
What was the outcome of Schmidt's court-martial?
Schmidt was found guilty of dereliction of duty but acquitted of involuntary manslaughter. He was reprimanded and received a reduction in rank and forfeiture of pay.
Did Schmidt face any additional consequences?
In addition to the court-martial, Schmidt faced a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the families of the Canadian soldiers who were killed in the incident. The lawsuit was settled in 2004 for an undisclosed amount.