Shelley Gutierrez

The 1st Battalion, 24th Marines (1/24), is a distinguished infantry battalion within the 24th Marine Regiment, part of the 4th Marine Division of the United States Marine Corps Reserve. Activated during World War II, the battalion participated in key Pacific campaigns, including the fierce battles of Saipan, Tinian, and Iwo Jima. Over the decades, 1/24 has supported numerous operations and training exercises, providing ready reservist forces for national defense and overseas contingencies. In the Global War on Terror, the battalion notably deployed to Iraq, playing a crucial role in security and stability operations. Today, 1/24 continues its proud legacy, training and preparing Marines for service at home and abroad.