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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.

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The 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines was activated on February 8, 1911 at the Marine Barracks, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia.
During World War I, the 2nd Marines participated in the Battle of Belleau Wood where they earned the nickname "The Old Reliables".
In World War II, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines fought in the Battle of Tarawa and the Battle of Saipan.
The 2nd Marines was deactivated in 1946, but was reactivated in 1986 as part of the Marine Corps' restructuring.
In 2001, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
In 2004, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines was part of the assault on Fallujah during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
In 2010, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines deployed to Helmand Province, Afghanistan to conduct counterinsurgency operations.
The 2nd Marines have been awarded numerous decorations for their service, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the Navy Unit Commendation.
The motto of the 2nd Marines is "Second to None", reflecting their dedication to excellence and service.
The 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines continues to serve as an integral part of the Marine Corps, ready to deploy at a moment's notice in defense of the nation.

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Norman Mishoe

U.S. Marine Corps · 1919 - 2012

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Norman L Mishoe Jr

U.S. Marine Corps · 1974 - 1983

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Albert Yazzie

U.S. Marine Corps · 1972 - 1974

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william Stevenson

U.S. Marine Corps · 1977 - 1985

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About 1:2nd Marines

About this Unit

Historical Facts

The 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines was activated on February 8, 1911 at the Marine Barracks, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia.
During World War I, the 2nd Marines participated in the Battle of Belleau Wood where they earned the nickname "The Old Reliables".
In World War II, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines fought in the Battle of Tarawa and the Battle of Saipan.
The 2nd Marines was deactivated in 1946, but was reactivated in 1986 as part of the Marine Corps' restructuring.
In 2001, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
In 2004, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines was part of the assault on Fallujah during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
In 2010, the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines deployed to Helmand Province, Afghanistan to conduct counterinsurgency operations.
The 2nd Marines have been awarded numerous decorations for their service, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the Navy Unit Commendation.
The motto of the 2nd Marines is "Second to None", reflecting their dedication to excellence and service.
The 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines continues to serve as an integral part of the Marine Corps, ready to deploy at a moment's notice in defense of the nation.