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3RD LAI
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Barracks Washington D.C.
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., established in 1801, is the oldest active post in the United States Marine Corps. Known as “8th & I” for its location, the Barracks has served as the official residence of the Commandant of the Marine Corps since its founding. Throughout its history, it has provided ceremonial units for presidential inaugurations, state functions, and national events, showcasing Marine Corps precision and discipline. The Barracks is also renowned for its elite ceremonial units, including the United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps and the Silent Drill Platoon.
11th Motor Transport Battilion
U.S. Marine Corps
The 11th Motor Transport Battalion was an integral logistics unit of the United States Marine Corps, established in 1950. Activated during the Korean War, the battalion provided essential motor transport and logistical support to Marine forces, ensuring the rapid movement of troops, equipment, and supplies. Throughout the Vietnam War, the 11th Motor Transport Battalion played a critical role in supporting combat operations, often operating under hazardous conditions. The battalion was eventually deactivated, but its legacy endures through its significant contributions to Marine Corps mobility and combat effectiveness.
2:3rd Marines
U.S. Marine Corps
The 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines (2/3), known as the "Island Warriors," was activated on May 1, 1942, at Camp Elliott, California. The unit distinguished itself in World War II, participating in major campaigns such as Bougainville, Guam, and Iwo Jima. Throughout its history, 2/3 deployed to numerous conflicts and humanitarian missions, including the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the Global War on Terrorism, with operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The battalion was deactivated on January 21, 2022, at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, as part of the Marine Corps’ Force Design 2030 restructuring efforts.
4TH TANK BN
U.S. Marine Corps
FMF PAC
U.S. Marine Corps
MCRD Parris Island SC
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island, South Carolina, was officially established as a Marine training facility in 1915 and has since become one of the most iconic sites for Marine Corps recruit training. During World War I and World War II, the depot played a pivotal role in training hundreds of thousands of Marines for combat. Over the decades, Parris Island has been the primary training location for all enlisted male Marines east of the Mississippi River and for all female Marine recruits nationwide. The depot’s storied legacy is marked by its rigorous training regimen and its lasting contribution to shaping generations of United States Marines.
THE BASIC SCHOOL
U.S. Marine Corps
1-24
U.S. Marine Corps
1:5th Marine Division
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Battalion, 5th Marines (1/5), is a storied infantry battalion of the United States Marine Corps, part of the 1st Marine Division. Activated in 1917, 1/5 earned distinction during World War I at battles such as Belleau Wood, Soissons, and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. In World War II, the battalion fought valiantly in the Pacific, including at Guadalcanal and Okinawa. Since then, 1/5 has participated in major conflicts such as the Korean and Vietnam Wars, Operation Desert Storm, and more recent deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Throughout its history, 1/5 has built a reputation for courage, discipline, and effectiveness in combat.
10th Marines
U.S. Marine Corps
The 10th Marines is an artillery regiment of the United States Marine Corps, first activated in 1918 during World War I. Initially formed as an infantry unit, it soon transitioned to field artillery and provided crucial fire support during World War II, participating in major campaigns such as Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Saipan, Tinian, and Okinawa. The regiment continued its distinguished service during the Korean War, Vietnam War, and in more recent operations including Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. Today, the 10th Marines remains an integral part of the 2nd Marine Division, stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, providing artillery support and maintaining combat readiness.
8TH COMM
U.S. Marine Corps
The 8th Communication Battalion (8TH COMM) is a United States Marine Corps unit established in 1951. It is headquartered at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and falls under the command of II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF). The battalion provides tactical and strategic communications support, enabling command and control for Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) operations across the globe. Throughout its history, 8TH COMM has supported major conflicts and humanitarian missions, including operations in the Middle East, the Balkans, and disaster relief efforts.
3RD BATTALION
U.S. Marine Corps
5TH MARINE REGIMENT
U.S. Marine Corps
The 5th Marine Regiment, known as "5th Marines," is one of the most decorated regiments in the United States Marine Corps, officially activated in 1917. The unit distinguished itself during World War I at Belleau Wood, earning the French Fourragère for its valor. Throughout World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, and the Global War on Terror, the 5th Marines participated in key battles, including Guadalcanal, Peleliu, Inchon, and Fallujah. The regiment continues to serve as a vital component of the 1st Marine Division, maintaining a legacy of honor, courage, and commitment.
MWSG-27
U.S. Marine Corps
1-26
U.S. Marine Corps
BRAVO COMPANY
U.S. Marine Corps
2nd Force Recon
U.S. Marine Corps
The 2nd Force Reconnaissance Company, known as 2nd Force Recon, is a distinguished United States Marine Corps unit specializing in deep reconnaissance and direct action missions. Activated in June 1958 at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, the company provided vital intelligence and specialized support for the 2nd Marine Division and Marine Expeditionary Units. Over the decades, 2nd Force Recon Marines participated in major operations, including Vietnam, Desert Storm, and Operation Iraqi Freedom, conducting high-risk missions behind enemy lines. In 2006, the company was deactivated, with many of its personnel and responsibilities transitioning to the Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) and the creation of Marine Special Operations Battalions.
2ND SRIG
U.S. Marine Corps
9TH MARINES
U.S. Marine Corps
The 9th Marines, officially known as the 9th Marine Regiment, was activated in 1917 and has played a significant role in several major conflicts involving the United States Marine Corps. During World War II, the regiment was part of the 3rd Marine Division and participated in key battles in the Pacific, including Bougainville, Guam, and Iwo Jima. The 9th Marines also saw extensive combat during the Vietnam War, conducting operations in the northern provinces and along the DMZ. The regiment was deactivated in 1994, but its legacy endures as a symbol of Marine Corps valor and effectiveness in combat.
AIR WING
U.S. Marine Corps
MAG 11
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Aircraft Group 11 (MAG-11) is a distinguished aviation unit of the United States Marine Corps, first commissioned on August 1, 1941. During World War II, MAG-11 played a critical role in the Pacific Theater, supporting major campaigns such as Guadalcanal, New Britain, and the Philippines. In the Korean and Vietnam Wars, the group provided vital air support, earning numerous unit commendations for its combat effectiveness. Today, MAG-11 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, and continues to deliver combat-ready aviation capabilities in support of Marine Air-Ground Task Force operations worldwide.
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U.S. Marine Corps
HMT-303
U.S. Marine Corps