2ND TANK BATTALION

The 2nd Tank Battalion is a storied armored unit of the United States Marine Corps, first activated on December 1, 1941, at Camp Elliott, California. During World War II, the battalion played a pivotal role in major Pacific campaigns, including battles at Tarawa, Saipan, Tinian, and Okinawa, providing crucial armored support during amphibious assaults. In the decades following, the 2nd Tank Battalion participated in numerous operations, including the Gulf War and the Global War on Terrorism, demonstrating versatility and combat effectiveness. The unit was based at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, until its deactivation in 2021 as part of the Marine Corps' Force Design 2030 initiative.