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VMA-331
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Attack Squadron 331 (VMA-331), known as the "Bumblebees," was originally commissioned during World War II in 1943 as Marine Fighter Squadron 331 (VMF-331). The squadron saw action in the Pacific Theater, including operations in the Marshall Islands. After the war, the unit was deactivated and later reactivated multiple times, transitioning through various aircraft, including the A-4 Skyhawk and later the AV-8B Harrier II. VMA-331 participated in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, becoming the first Harrier squadron to fly combat missions from an amphibious assault ship, before being deactivated in 1992.
VMA-332, Mag-14, 2ndMAW, MCAS Cherry Point, NC
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Attack Squadron 332 (VMA-332), known as the “Polka-dots,” was a distinguished U.S. Marine Corps attack squadron based at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, under Marine Aircraft Group 14 (MAG-14), 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (2nd MAW). Activated during World War II, the squadron flew a variety of aircraft, including the F6F Hellcat, F4U Corsair, and later the A-4 Skyhawk. VMA-332 saw combat in the Pacific Theater, supported operations during the Korean War, and participated in Cold War readiness missions. The squadron was deactivated in 1992, leaving a legacy of excellence in Marine Corps aviation history.
VMA-533
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Attack Squadron 533 (VMA-533), known as the "Hawks," was originally commissioned during World War II in 1943 as Marine Scout Bombing Squadron 533 (VMSB-533). The squadron distinguished itself in the Pacific Theater, notably participating in the Battle of Okinawa. Postwar, the unit transitioned through various aircraft and missions, eventually becoming a jet attack squadron and adopting the A-6 Intruder and later the AV-8B Harrier II. VMA-533 served with distinction in multiple conflicts, including the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm, before being deactivated in 2007.
VMCJ-2
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Composite Reconnaissance Squadron 2 (VMCJ-2) was a United States Marine Corps aviation unit formed in the 1950s. Based primarily at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, the squadron was tasked with providing aerial photographic and electronic reconnaissance. VMCJ-2 operated various aircraft, including the RF-8 Crusader and EA-6A Intruder, supporting Marine Corps and joint operations during the Cold War and Vietnam War eras. The squadron was deactivated in 1975, with its missions and assets absorbed by other Marine Corps aviation units.
VMF 222
U.S. Marine Corps
VMFA 451 BEAUFORT
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 451 (VMFA-451), known as "The Warlords," was a United States Marine Corps fighter squadron established during World War II. The squadron originally flew the F4U Corsair, earning distinction in the Pacific Theater. Over the decades, VMFA-451 transitioned through several aircraft, including the F-8 Crusader and F-4 Phantom II, before flying the F/A-18 Hornet. Based at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, the squadron supported various combat and training operations until its deactivation in 1997.
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1ST AABN
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1ST BATALLION 2ND MARINES
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1ST FAST
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1ST MEU
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1ST SSCT
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1ST UAV
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25TH MARINE REGIMENT
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2BN 3RD MARINES
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2D LANDING SUPPORT BATTALION
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2D RAD BN
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2D TSB
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2nd Battalion 7th Marines
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2ND FFSG
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2nd MEF
U.S. Marine Corps
The II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) is a Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) headquartered at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Established in 1962, II MEF has played a key role in numerous operations, including Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. As the largest of the Marine Corps’ three MEFs, it provides combat-ready forces for rapid deployment worldwide. II MEF regularly trains with allied nations and supports humanitarian and disaster relief missions, contributing to global security and U.S. national interests.
2ND MEU
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2ND TOPOGRAPHIC PLATOON
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