2nd MLG

• Origins in World War II: The 2nd Marine Logistics Group (2nd MLG) traces its lineage back to 1 February 1941, when it was activated as the 2nd Service Battalion at Camp Elliott, California. • Battle of Tarawa: Elements of the unit participated in the Battle of Tarawa (1943), providing logistics and support during one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific. • Name Changes: The unit has undergone several name changes throughout its history, including 2nd Combat Service Group, 2nd Force Service Support Group (2nd FSSG), before becoming 2nd MLG in 2005. • Humanitarian Operations: 2nd MLG Marines have supported humanitarian missions, notably providing disaster relief in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake as part of Operation Unified Response. • Iraq and Afghanistan Deployments: 2nd MLG played a crucial role in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, sustaining Marine and coalition forces with supplies, maintenance, and medical care. • Camp Lejeune Home: The group is based at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, a major East Coast installation for the USMC. • Logistics Innovation: 2nd MLG has been recognized for pioneering modern battlefield logistics, including rapid convoy operations and the use of MRAP vehicles to counter IED threats. • Medal of Honor Connection: While no 2nd MLG Marine has directly received the Medal of Honor, the logistics support provided has been vital to operations where Marines have earned the nation’s highest military honor. • Joint and Multinational Training: The unit regularly conducts joint exercises with other US military branches and allied nations, enhancing interoperability and logistics capabilities. • Motto and Symbolism: The 2nd MLG's motto, "Excellence, Innovation, Readiness," reflects their commitment to enabling combat power. Their distinctive emblem features a shield and anchor, symbolizing their support role within the Marine Corps.