3:24th Marines

The 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines (3/24) is a reserve infantry battalion of the United States Marine Corps Reserve, headquartered in Bridgeton, Missouri. Activated during World War II in 1943, 3/24 distinguished itself in the Pacific Theater, participating in major campaigns such as Saipan, Tinian, and Iwo Jima as part of the 4th Marine Division. After being deactivated post-war, the battalion was later reactivated and served as a vital reserve component throughout the Cold War and into the 21st century, providing trained units and individual Marines for active duty service. In recent years, 3/24 has supported operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its tradition of excellence and service.