About this Unit
C Battery, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines (C/2/11) is an artillery unit of the United States Marine Corps, assigned to the 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. The battalion was originally activated during World War I and has since participated in major conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terrorism. C Battery has provided crucial fire support to Marine infantry units during amphibious assaults and ground operations, often operating in challenging and rapidly changing combat environments. Throughout its history, C/2/11 has earned a reputation for precision, reliability, and unwavering support to the Marine Air-Ground Task Force.
Historical Facts
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Legacy of 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines: C Battery is part of 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines (2/11), a storied US Marine Corps artillery unit established in 1918, with a legacy spanning World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and modern conflicts.
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World War II Island Hopping: C Battery 2/11 participated in crucial Pacific campaigns during WWII, including the battles of Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Saipan, Tinian, and Okinawa, providing devastating artillery fire support.
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Korean War Heroics: During the Korean War, 2/11, including C Battery, supported infantry at the Pusan Perimeter, Inchon Landing, and the legendary Chosin Reservoir breakout.
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Vietnam War Service: C Battery 2/11 deployed to Vietnam, where Marines provided vital fire support to ground forces in challenging terrain and under frequent enemy attack.
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Operation Desert Storm: In 1991, C Battery 2/11 played a key role in the liberation of Kuwait, moving rapidly across the desert and delivering precise artillery fire during the ground offensive.
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Global War on Terror: Since 2001, C Battery and 2/11 have deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, adapting traditional artillery skills to counterinsurgency operations and urban warfare.
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Versatile Artillerymen: C Battery Marines are trained on the M777A2 155mm howitzer and have also been tasked as provisional riflemen and military police during certain deployments—showcasing the Marine Corps’ adaptability.
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Humanitarian Missions: C Battery 2/11 has participated in humanitarian missions, providing disaster relief in the Asia-Pacific region, including earthquake and tsunami responses.
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Camp Pendleton Home: The unit is based at Camp Pendleton, California, one of the largest Marine Corps bases, where it trains with cutting-edge artillery technology and supports exercises across the West Coast.
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Unit Motto: The battalion motto, “On Time, On Target, Never Quit,” is embodied by C Battery Marines, symbolizing their commitment to mission success and the Marine Corps’ “First to Fight” ethos.
