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161 PLATOON MARINE CORP RECRUIT DEPOT, PARIS ISLAN
U.S. Marine Corps
171
U.S. Marine Corps
1bn 3rd marines
U.S. Marine Corps
1BN 7TH MAR
U.S. Marine Corps
1st Bridge co.
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Bridge Company is a specialized engineering unit formed to provide critical bridging and river-crossing capabilities for combat and support forces. Established during World War II, the unit was instrumental in constructing tactical bridges under fire, enabling rapid advances and logistical support during key campaigns in Europe. Over the decades, the 1st Bridge Company has participated in numerous conflicts and humanitarian missions, continually adapting to new technologies and operational requirements. Today, it remains an essential asset for modern military operations, ensuring mobility and accessibility for troops in diverse environments.
1ST FIIU
U.S. Marine Corps
1st Force Service Regiment
U.S. Marine Corps
1ST MARINES 2ND BAT
U.S. Marine Corps
1st MEB MCAS Kaneohe HI
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade (1st MEB), based at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, is a forward-deployed, rapid-response Marine Air-Ground Task Force. Originally activated during World War II, the unit has undergone several redesignations and periods of deactivation, reflecting the evolving needs of the Marine Corps. The 1st MEB was reestablished in Hawaii in the late 1970s to enhance the Corps' capability to respond quickly to crises in the Pacific region. Today, it remains a vital component of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, prepared to deploy in support of amphibious operations, humanitarian missions, and contingencies across the theater.
1st Motor Transport Battalion
U.S. Marine Corps
1st Searchlight Battery
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Searchlight Battery was a unique unit of the United States Marine Corps formed during the Vietnam War. Activated in 1966, the battery specialized in providing battlefield illumination and target acquisition using high-powered searchlights, supporting Marine infantry and artillery operations, especially at night. The unit played a critical role in perimeter defense and ambush detection at bases such as Da Nang and Phu Bai. After several years of service, the 1st Searchlight Battery was deactivated in the early 1970s as technological advancements and changes in battlefield tactics rendered their mission obsolete.
1STBN 2DMAR
U.S. Marine Corps
2-24
U.S. Marine Corps
2-3-3
U.S. Marine Corps
210
U.S. Marine Corps
22ND MARINE AMPHIBIOUS UNIT
U.S. Marine Corps
22ND MARINE EXPEDITIONARY UNIT
U.S. Marine Corps
26th Marines Regimental Scout Sniper
U.S. Marine Corps
The 26th Marines Regimental Scout Sniper unit was an elite reconnaissance and precision marksmanship element within the 26th Marine Regiment, United States Marine Corps, during the Vietnam War. Tasked with gathering vital battlefield intelligence and engaging high-value enemy targets, the Scout Snipers operated in small, highly trained teams, often deep behind enemy lines. They played a crucial role during major operations such as the Siege of Khe Sanh (1968), providing overwatch and eliminating threats to Marine positions. Their expertise in stealth, fieldcraft, and long-range shooting made them a formidable force and a key asset to the regiment's combat effectiveness.
28TH
U.S. Marine Corps
2AABN
U.S. Marine Corps
2CEB
U.S. Marine Corps
2d AA Bn
U.S. Marine Corps
2D FORCE SERVICE SUPPORT GROUP
U.S. Marine Corps
2D LIGHT ARMORED RECON
U.S. Marine Corps