Wpns Co 1st Battalion 5th Marines

Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines (Wpns Co, 1/5) is a distinguished unit within the 1st Marine Division, United States Marine Corps, based at Camp Pendleton, California. Established alongside its parent battalion in 1917, Wpns Co 1/5 has participated in major conflicts including World War I at Belleau Wood, World War II in the Pacific campaigns, the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and the Global War on Terrorism in Iraq and Afghanistan. The company specializes in providing heavy weapons support, such as mortars, anti-armor, and heavy machine guns, to enhance the battalion’s combat effectiveness. Renowned for its adaptability and combat prowess, Wpns Co 1/5 upholds a storied legacy within the USMC.