1st Marine Division Lema 3 5

• Origins: The 1st Marine Division ("The Old Breed") is the oldest, largest, and most decorated division in the United States Marine Corps, activated on February 1, 1941. • 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines (3/5): Known as "Darkhorse," this battalion is a key element of the 1st Marine Division and has participated in every major US conflict since World War I. • Lima Company: Lima Company ("L") is one of the rifle companies within the 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, often referred to as "Lima 3/5." • Battle of Peleliu: 3/5 played a major role in the brutal and costly Battle of Peleliu during WWII, enduring extreme casualties. • Korean War Heroism: Lima 3/5 fought valiantly during the Battle of Chosin Reservoir, earning distinction for their courage in freezing conditions. • Vietnam War Operations: 3/5, including Lima Company, saw heavy combat in Vietnam, notably during Operations Hastings, Hue City, and Dewey Canyon. • Fallujah, Iraq (2004): Lima 3/5 played a pivotal role in Operation Phantom Fury, the Second Battle of Fallujah, facing intense urban combat. • Sangin, Afghanistan (2010-2011): Lima Company endured fierce fighting and suffered significant casualties in Sangin, earning respect for their resilience and sacrifice. • Medal of Honor Recipients: Several Marines from 3/5 have received the Medal of Honor, including Staff Sergeant Karl G. Taylor, Sr., for actions in Vietnam. • Call Sign "Darkhorse": The battalion's nickname, "Darkhorse," originated from its radio call sign in Korea and has since become a proud symbol of 3/5’s fighting spirit.