Charlie 1st Bat 1st Marines

• Origins and Nickname: Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines (C/1/1) is part of the storied 1st Marine Regiment, known as "The Old Breed," established in 1913 at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. • World War II Valor: C/1/1 played a crucial role in the battles of Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa, enduring some of the fiercest fighting in the Pacific Theater. • Korean War Heroics: During the Korean War, C/1/1 was present at the legendary Inchon Landing and fought tenaciously at the Chosin Reservoir, earning the nickname "The Chosin Few." • Vietnam War Actions: The company participated in major operations such as Operation Starlite (1965) and the Battle of Hue City (1968), demonstrating adaptability in jungle and urban warfare. • Purple Heart Battalion: 1st Battalion, 1st Marines has one of the highest numbers of Purple Hearts awarded within the Marine Corps, including many to Charlie Company, due to their front-line roles. • Operation Desert Storm: C/1/1 was part of the liberation of Kuwait in 1991, breaching Iraqi defenses and showcasing rapid maneuver warfare. • Iraq and Afghanistan Deployments: The company served multiple combat tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan, participating in major battles such as Fallujah and Helmand Province. • Presidential Unit Citation: 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, including Charlie Company, has received multiple Presidential Unit Citations for extraordinary heroism in action. • Hollywood Connection: The battalion, including Charlie Company, was depicted in the HBO miniseries The Pacific, particularly through the experiences of Eugene Sledge and John Basilone. • Modern Deployment Readiness: Today, C/1/1 remains a rapid-response force, ready to deploy worldwide as part of the Marine Corps’ Marine Expeditionary Units, continuing its legacy of excellence and valor.