About this Unit
**E Battery, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment (E 2/11)** is an artillery unit in the United States Marine Corps. Activated during World War II, E 2/11 provided fire support in the Pacific Theater, notably participating in battles such as Guadalcanal and Okinawa. Over the decades, the battery has supported numerous operations, including combat and peacekeeping missions in Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan. E 2/11 continues to serve as a vital component of the 1st Marine Division, delivering timely and accurate artillery support to Marine infantry forces.
Historical Facts
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Artillery Roots: Battery E, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines (E 2/11) is an artillery unit within the United States Marine Corps, primarily equipped with M777A2 155mm howitzers.
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World War II Service: E 2/11 was activated in 1941 and played a pivotal role in the Pacific Theater, participating in key battles such as Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa.
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Korean War Actions: The battery saw extensive combat in the Korean War, supporting Marine infantry during the Inchon Landing and the Chosin Reservoir campaign.
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Nickname: E Battery is often referred to as "Easy Battery," following the phonetic alphabet tradition.
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Vietnam War Deployments: E 2/11 provided crucial fire support during major operations in Vietnam, including Operation Starlite, the first major US ground action of the war.
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Gulf War Operations: During Operation Desert Storm, E 2/11 delivered accurate and sustained artillery fire in support of coalition ground forces.
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Global War on Terror: E Battery has deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, adapting their artillery skills to counterinsurgency and urban operations.
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Adaptable Missions: In addition to traditional artillery roles, E 2/11 Marines have been trained and deployed for provisional rifle company missions, highlighting their versatility.
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Training Excellence: E 2/11 regularly participates in large-scale exercises such as Integrated Training Exercises (ITX) at Twentynine Palms, sharpening both gunnery and infantry skills.
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Decorations and Legacy: The unit has received multiple unit citations and commendations for valor and effectiveness, reflecting a proud legacy of service across generations of Marines.
