Westmoreland Court of Inquiry

The Westmoreland Court of Inquiry was a formal investigation held in 1982 by the U.S. military to examine the circumstances surrounding the death of Pat Tillman, a former NFL player and soldier who was killed in Afghanistan. The inquiry reviewed military records and interviewed witnesses to determine the facts, aiming to understand what happened and clarify whether any misconduct occurred. It was part of the military’s process to ensure accountability and transparency regarding his death during combat operations.