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Branch

U.S. Marine Corps

Members

About 2:5th Weapons

The 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines (2/5), Weapons Company, known as "2/5th Weapons," is a vital component of the United States Marine Corps with a storied history dating back to World War I. The Weapons Company provides heavy firepower support to the battalion, utilizing machine guns, mortars, and anti-armor weaponry. Throughout its history, 2/5th Weapons has participated in major conflicts, including the Battle of Belleau Wood, World War II campaigns in the Pacific, the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and modern operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Renowned for its combat effectiveness and adaptability, 2/5th Weapons upholds the proud legacy of the 5th Marines as "The Fighting Fifth."

Unit Members

Scott Palmer

U.S. Marine Corps

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Richard Pelaez

U.S. Marine Corps

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Photos

U.S. Marine Corps • 1976

About 2:5th Weapons

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Nickname - "Magnificent Bastards": The 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines (2/5) carries the storied nickname "Magnificent Bastards," known for their grit and esprit de corps. • Oldest Continuously Serving Battalion: 2/5 is the oldest continuously active battalion in the Marine Corps, activated in July 1914. • Weapons Company Role: The Weapons Company within 2/5 provides heavy firepower, including machine guns, mortars, and anti-armor weapons, supporting infantry operations. • Belleau Wood Legacy: Marines from 2/5 fought in the famous Battle of Belleau Wood in World War I, cementing the Marine Corps’ reputation for toughness. • Iwo Jima and Okinawa: During World War II, 2/5 played a crucial role in the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa, two of the bloodiest campaigns in the Pacific. • Korean War Heroics: 2/5 participated in the Inchon Landing and the Battle of Chosin Reservoir, enduring harsh conditions and overwhelming odds. • Vietnam War Operations: 2/5 was one of the first Marine battalions sent to Vietnam, involved in major operations such as Hue City during the Tet Offensive. • Modern Deployments: The battalion and its Weapons Company have deployed in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, engaging in urban warfare and counter-insurgency. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The battalion’s crest features a silver five-pointed star and a red diamond, symbols of their heritage and honors. • “First to Fight” Motto: 2/5 embraces the “First to Fight” motto, reflecting their history of being among the first Marines deployed to combat zones in every major conflict since World War I.