About this Unit
Headquarters Company, 2nd Marine Regiment, is a pivotal command and control element of the 2nd Marine Regiment, part of the 2nd Marine Division, United States Marine Corps. The regiment was originally activated in 1913 and has participated in major conflicts, including World War II battles such as Tarawa, Saipan, and Tinian, as well as operations in the Korean War, Vietnam, and the Global War on Terrorism. HQ Company provides essential administrative, logistical, and operational support to ensure the regiment’s combat effectiveness. Throughout its history, the unit has exemplified the Marine Corps’ values of honor, courage, and commitment, earning numerous honors and citations for its service.
Historical Facts
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Origins in World War I: The 2nd Marine Regiment was originally formed in 1913 and participated in several interventions in the Caribbean and Central America before World War I, where it protected American interests in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
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World War II Pacific Campaigns: The regiment is famous for its role in the Pacific during World War II, especially in the battles for Tarawa, Saipan, and Tinian, with HQ Company orchestrating logistics and command operations.
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Tarawa Landing: During the Battle of Tarawa (November 1943), the regiment’s HQ Company coordinated the complex amphibious landing, overcoming fierce Japanese resistance and heavy casualties.
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Navy Presidential Unit Citation: The 2nd Marine Regiment, including HQ Company, received the Navy Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary heroism during the capture of Tarawa.
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Cold War Deployments: HQ Company served as the nerve center for the regiment during numerous Cold War contingency operations, including deployments to Lebanon in 1958 and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
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Operation Desert Storm: The 2nd Marine Regiment, led by its HQ Company, played a significant role in the liberation of Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm in 1991.
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Humanitarian Missions: HQ Company has participated in humanitarian and disaster relief missions, such as Operation Provide Comfort in northern Iraq and Operation Restore Hope in Somalia.
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War on Terror Deployments: The 2nd Marines and their HQ Company were among the first Marine units deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq, providing command, control, and logistical support to all battalions.
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Symbolic Insignia: The regiment’s insignia, a blue diamond with a red numeral "2", is a symbol recognized throughout the Marine Corps, and HQ Company is responsible for upholding its traditions.
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Home at Camp Lejeune: The 2nd Marine Regiment, including HQ Company, is based at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, where it continues to train and prepare for rapid deployment worldwide.
