1:11th Marines

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Branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Members

267

About 1:11th Marines

The 1/11th Marines is a unit of the United States Marine Corps, specifically designated as the 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment. This unit is primarily tasked with providing fire support for Marine infantry units and other elements of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force. The 1/11th Marines is based at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California and falls under the command of the 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. The battalion is equipped with artillery pieces, such as the M777 howitzer, and is trained to provide accurate and effective fire support in various combat scenarios.

Unit Members

Marco Delaflor

U.S. Marine Corps

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Darlwin Lahe

U.S. Marine Corps

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Photos

Rest in Peace

U.S. Air Force

Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient

U.S. Air Force • 2006

U.S. Air Force • 2009

U.S. Army • 2004

About 1:11th Marines

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• The 1/11th Marines, also known as the 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, is an artillery battalion in the United States Marine Corps. • The battalion was activated on August 1, 1940 and has a long and storied history of service in various conflicts around the world. • During World War II, the 1/11th Marines participated in several major campaigns, including Guadalcanal, Tarawa, and Okinawa. • The battalion also saw action in the Korean War, where they played a crucial role in the Battle of Inchon and the Chosin Reservoir campaign. • In Vietnam, the 1/11th Marines were involved in operations such as Operation Prairie, Operation Harvest Moon, and Operation Taylor Common. • The battalion has been deployed multiple times to the Middle East, including during the Gulf War, Iraq War, and War in Afghanistan. • The 1/11th Marines is currently based at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California. • The battalion's motto is "King of Battle," highlighting their role as artillery specialists supporting Marine infantry units. • The 1/11th Marines has received numerous awards and commendations for their service, including several Navy Unit Commendations and Presidential Unit Citations. • The battalion continues to train and prepare for future deployments, ready to uphold their long tradition of excellence in combat.