Ryan Job
Ryan Curtis Job | |
|---|---|
Job in Iraq | |
| Nickname | Biggles |
| Born | March 11, 1981 Issaquah, Washington, United States |
| Died | September 24, 2009 (aged 28) Phoenix, Arizona, United States |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Service years | 2002–2007 |
| Rank | Petty officer second class (E5) |
| Unit | |
| Conflicts | |
| Awards | Silver Star Bronze Star Medal (with "V" device) Purple Heart Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (with "V" device) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (with "V" device) Good Conduct Medal |
| Spouse | Kelly Lester |
| Children | 1 |
| Relations | Chris Kyle, Marc Alan Lee, Kevin Lacz |
Ryan Curtis Job (pronounced "Jobe") (March 11, 1981 – September 24, 2009), also known by his nickname "Biggles", was an American sailor and member of the United States Navy SEALs who was shot during a combat mission in Ramadi, Iraq, during the Second Battle of Ramadi. He survived the attack, but later died in an incident of medical malpractice, leading to a $4 million (2011 USD) lawsuit.
Job's shooting was described by Chris Kyle in his 2013 book American Sniper, and he was portrayed by Jake McDorman in the film of the same name.