7th tank bn, fmf pac

The 7th Tank Battalion, Fleet Marine Force Pacific (FMF PAC), was a distinguished tank unit of the United States Marine Corps. Activated during World War II, the battalion played a crucial role in the Pacific Theater, notably participating in the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa, providing crucial armored support to Marine infantry units. After the war, the 7th Tank Battalion continued to serve in the postwar Pacific region, contributing to the Marine Corps’ armored warfare capabilities during the early Cold War era. The battalion’s legacy is remembered for its valor, effectiveness in combat, and its role in shaping Marine Corps armored doctrine.