About this Unit
TAB HQ 10th Marines, or Target Acquisition Battery, Headquarters, 10th Marine Regiment, is a specialized unit within the United States Marine Corps. Established to enhance the artillery regiment’s ability to locate and track enemy artillery and rocket systems, TAB HQ 10th Marines employs advanced radar and sensor technologies for counter-battery operations. The unit has been integral in both training exercises and combat deployments, providing crucial targeting data to support Marine artillery missions. Over the years, TAB HQ 10th Marines has contributed to the effectiveness and survivability of Marine forces by rapidly detecting and neutralizing enemy indirect fire threats.
Historical Facts
• Origins in World War I: The 10th Marines was originally activated in 1918 during World War I as an artillery regiment, though it did not see combat in that conflict.
• Role in World War II: The regiment played a crucial role in major Pacific battles, including Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Saipan, Tinian, and Okinawa, providing artillery support to Marine ground forces.
• Headquarters Battery: The TAB (Target Acquisition Battery) evolved from Headquarters Battery, providing critical command and control, as well as target acquisition capabilities for the regiment.
• Korean War Service: After World War II, the 10th Marines was reactivated for the Korean War, supporting the 2nd Marine Division and training Marines for combat deployment.
• Cold War Readiness: Throughout the Cold War, TAB HQ 10th Marines maintained high readiness, participating in numerous exercises and deployments to project US power abroad.
• Innovations in Artillery: The 10th Marines has been at the forefront of adopting new artillery technologies, including the implementation of advanced radar and counter-battery systems in its TAB.
• Operation Desert Storm: Elements of the 10th Marines, including TAB HQ, supported Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, providing fire support in the liberation of Kuwait in 1991.
• Global War on Terror: The regiment deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan, where TAB HQ coordinated counter-battery operations and provided essential intelligence on enemy mortar and rocket threats.
• Humanitarian Missions: The 10th Marines, including its HQ and TAB, have participated in humanitarian missions, such as disaster relief in Haiti and the Caribbean.
• Unit Motto and Traditions: The 10th Marines’ motto, “Second to None,” and the strong esprit de corps in TAB HQ reflect a long tradition of excellence, with many Marines returning for multiple tours and maintaining strong unit ties long after their service.
