Israel Jensen

Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) was established on February 24, 2006, as the Marine Corps' contribution to the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Drawing on the Marine Corps' storied history of expeditionary warfare, MARSOC inherited the legacy of elite units such as the Marine Raiders of World War II. MARSOC is composed of Marine Raiders who specialize in direct action, special reconnaissance, and foreign internal defense missions worldwide. Since its inception, MARSOC has deployed to various theaters, notably supporting operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other global hotspots, providing critical special operations capabilities to joint and allied missions.

The 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (1st ANGLICO) is a specialized unit of the United States Marine Corps, first activated in 1949. Its primary mission is to provide liaison, coordination, and terminal control for close air support and naval gunfire in support of joint, allied, and coalition forces. Over the decades, 1st ANGLICO has seen action in conflicts such as the Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terrorism, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Renowned for their expertise in integrating supporting arms, 1st ANGLICO Marines are highly trained in communications, fire support, and working alongside partner nations’ forces.