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4th Marine Division

U.S. Marine Corps

The 4th Marine Division is a reserve division of the United States Marine Corps, with headquarters in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was activated in 1943 during World War II and has participated in numerous campaigns, including the Battle of Iwo Jima. The division is composed of four infantry regiments and various support units, spread across multiple states in the United States. The 4th Marine Division continues to train and deploy in support of both domestic and international missions.

**3rd Recruit Training Battalion (3RDBN), Recruit Training Regiment (RTR), Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD):** The 3rd Recruit Training Battalion (3RDBN) is a key component of the Recruit Training Regiment (RTR) at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego. Established as part of the Marine Corps’ commitment to transforming civilians into United States Marines, the battalion has a distinguished history of shaping recruits since World War II. Over the decades, 3RDBN has adapted its training methods to meet evolving military needs while upholding the Corps’ core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Today, 3RDBN continues to play a vital role in preparing new Marines for service, emphasizing discipline, teamwork, and the warrior ethos.