U.S. Marine Corps Veteran
Branch
U.S. Marine Corps
Service Years
2005 - 2008
2nd FAST
U.S. Marine Corps
The 2nd Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team (FAST) Company is a specialized unit within the United States Marine Corps, activated in 1987 to provide rapid-deployment security forces for the protection of vital naval and national assets. Based at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Virginia, 2nd FAST Company has deployed worldwide in response to crises, including embassy reinforcements, counter-terrorism operations, and critical infrastructure protection. The unit is renowned for its rigorous training in close-quarters battle, urban combat, and security operations. Over the decades, 2nd FAST has played a crucial role in augmenting security at U.S. embassies and installations during heightened threat levels and major international incidents.
1:2nd Marines
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1/2nd Marines is a United States Marine Corps infantry battalion within the 2nd Marine Regiment. They are known for their expertise in amphibious assault operations and have a long and distinguished history of combat deployments. The battalion is based out of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and is trained to rapidly deploy in support of global operations. The 1/2nd Marines are highly trained, disciplined, and ready to respond to any mission they are called upon to execute.