John M Francis

The 3rd Anti Tank Battalion was activated during World War II as part of the United States Marine Corps, tasked with providing dedicated anti-tank support to Marine divisions in the Pacific Theater. Equipped with towed and self-propelled anti-tank guns, the battalion played a crucial role in repelling Japanese armored assaults during key island campaigns such as Bougainville and Guam. After distinguished service throughout the war, the battalion was deactivated following Japan's surrender in 1945. Its legacy is remembered for adaptability and effectiveness in anti-armor warfare under challenging combat conditions.