1st ANGLICO

• Origins in World War II: The roots of ANGLICO trace back to World War II, when specialized Marine units were tasked with directing naval gunfire in support of amphibious operations. • Activation in 1949: The 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO) was officially activated in 1949 at Camp Pendleton, California, to provide fire support coordination for U.S. and allied forces. • Korean and Vietnam Wars: 1st ANGLICO teams played critical roles in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars, coordinating naval gunfire and air support for Marine and allied units. • Disbanded and Reinstated: The unit was deactivated in 1974 after the Vietnam War but was reactivated in 1978 due to the continuing need for joint fire support capabilities. • Joint and Multinational Missions: 1st ANGLICO is unique in its primary mission: providing fire support coordination and terminal attack control for not only U.S. Marine units but also allied and coalition forces. • Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield: During the Gulf War, 1st ANGLICO teams were embedded with British, French, and Arab coalition partners, earning praise for their expertise. • Specialized Training: ANGLICO Marines are trained in parachuting, fast-roping, and amphibious insertions, making them some of the most versatile fire support specialists in the Marine Corps. • Global Deployments: Over the decades, 1st ANGLICO has deployed to more than 20 countries, supporting operations from the Balkans to Somalia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. • Call Sign "Red Death": The unit is known by the call sign "Red Death," a nod to their role in bringing overwhelming firepower to the battlefield. • Modern Operations: In Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, 1st ANGLICO teams were among the first to enter combat zones to ensure coalition forces received effective fire support.