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About H&S Company, 11th Marines, Camp Pendleton

Headquarters and Service (H&S) Company, 11th Marine Regiment, is a key support element of the 11th Marines, based at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. The regiment was originally activated in 1918 and has participated in major conflicts including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Global War on Terrorism. H&S Company provides critical administrative, logistical, and communications support to ensure the regiment’s artillery battalions can operate effectively. Over its history, the company has demonstrated adaptability and dedication, enabling the 11th Marines to deliver timely and accurate fire support in diverse combat environments.

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David Drayton

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Don Tresca

U.S. Marine Corps (1963-1973)

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About H&S Company, 11th Marines, Camp Pendleton

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• Formation and Purpose: Headquarters & Service Company (H&S Co), 11th Marine Regiment, was established to provide command, control, administrative, and logistical support to the 11th Marines, the artillery regiment of the 1st Marine Division. • World War II Legacy: The 11th Marines, with support from H&S Company, played a pivotal role in major Pacific campaigns, including Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa, providing crucial artillery fire and coordination. • Korean War Service: H&S Company supported the regiment during the Inchon landing and the Chosin Reservoir campaign, helping the Marines execute complex amphibious operations and retrograde movements. • Vietnam War Deployments: Members of H&S Company deployed to Vietnam, where they facilitated fire support missions and coordinated logistics for artillery batteries in challenging jungle environments. • Camp Pendleton Home: H&S Company is based at Camp Pendleton, California, a strategic Marine Corps base since 1942 and the main training ground for West Coast Marines. • Modernization and Training: The company has been at the forefront of integrating new artillery technologies and communication systems, ensuring the regiment remains ready for 21st-century warfare. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: H&S Company supported deployments to Iraq, where they coordinated artillery fire missions, convoy security, and base defense for Marine operations from 2003 onward. • Humanitarian Missions: In addition to combat operations, H&S Company Marines have participated in disaster relief, including assistance after earthquakes and wildfires in California. • Regimental Pride: The Marines of H&S Company take pride in their regimental motto, "Cannon Cockers," a nickname for Marine artillerymen, reflecting their readiness and esprit de corps. • Honors and Recognitions: H&S Company, as part of the 11th Marines, has received numerous unit citations and awards for valor and meritorious service throughout its history, including Presidential Unit Citations.