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2D MAW
U.S. Marine Corps
3RD BATALLION, 7TH MARINES
U.S. Marine Corps
The 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines (3/7), was activated in 1941 and has a storied history within the United States Marine Corps. The battalion distinguished itself during World War II, particularly in the battles of Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa. During the Korean and Vietnam Wars, 3/7 participated in numerous significant operations, earning many unit commendations. In recent decades, 3/7 has deployed multiple times in support of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its legacy of excellence and valor in combat.
3RD ENGINEER BAT
U.S. Marine Corps
ECHO 2-10
U.S. Marine Corps
GITMO
U.S. Marine Corps
MCES
U.S. Marine Corps
RAIDERS
U.S. Marine Corps
1:14th Marines
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Battalion, 14th Marine Regiment (1/14th Marines) was a reserve artillery battalion of the United States Marine Corps, first activated during World War II. The unit distinguished itself in the Pacific Theater, supporting major campaigns such as the Battle of Iwo Jima, where its accurate and sustained firepower proved vital to the success of Marine infantry assaults. After the war, 1/14th Marines was deactivated and reactivated several times, serving as a key reserve artillery asset during the Cold War and in the Global War on Terror. The battalion's final deactivation occurred in 2017, as part of a broader restructuring of Marine Corps reserve artillery forces.
1st marines
U.S. Marine Corps
The 1st Marines, also known as the 1st Marine Regiment, is one of the oldest and most decorated regiments in the United States Marine Corps. Activated in 1913, the regiment saw early service in the Caribbean and later distinguished itself during World War II, notably at Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa. During the Korean War, the 1st Marines played a key role in the Inchon landing and the Chosin Reservoir campaign. The regiment has since served in Vietnam, the Gulf War, and more recent operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, continuing its legacy of valor and service.
3:7th Marines
U.S. Marine Corps
The 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines (3/7), is a distinguished infantry battalion of the United States Marine Corps, originally activated in 1941. It earned a storied reputation during World War II, fighting in major Pacific battles such as Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa. The battalion also served with valor in the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and more recently, has played a key role in operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Renowned for its combat effectiveness and resilience, 3/7 continues to serve as a vital component of the 1st Marine Division.
4TH LAAD
U.S. Marine Corps
CAMP LEJUENE
U.S. Marine Corps
FLSG
U.S. Marine Corps
MAG 12
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Aircraft Group 12 (MAG-12) was commissioned on March 1, 1942, at Camp Kearny, California, as part of the United States Marine Corps. During World War II, MAG-12 played a significant role in the Pacific Theater, providing air support for key campaigns such as Bougainville and the Philippines. After the war, the group was deployed to Korea, where it supported United Nations forces during the Korean War with close air support and interdiction missions. Today, MAG-12 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, serving as a forward-deployed aviation combat element supporting U.S. and allied interests in the Indo-Pacific region.
MCSFCO BANGOR
U.S. Marine Corps
SCHOOLS BATTALION, CAMP DELMAR, CAMP PENDLETON, CA
U.S. Marine Corps
DISBURSING
U.S. Marine Corps
VMF 312
U.S. Marine Corps
7th eng.
U.S. Marine Corps
MAG 13
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Aircraft Group 13 (MAG-13) is a United States Marine Corps aviation unit activated on March 1, 1942, during World War II. Initially established at San Diego, California, MAG-13 participated in key campaigns in the Pacific Theater, including operations in the Solomon Islands and the Philippines. After World War II, the unit was deactivated but later reactivated and played significant roles in the Vietnam War, providing close air support and conducting air interdiction missions. Today, MAG-13 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, and operates as part of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, supporting Marine Air-Ground Task Force operations with advanced fixed-wing aircraft.
MAG 16
U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Aircraft Group 16 (MAG-16) is a United States Marine Corps aviation unit established in March 1952 at Marine Corps Air Station Santa Ana, California. Originally formed as a helicopter group, MAG-16 played a significant role during the Vietnam War, conducting air assault, troop transport, and logistical support missions. The group participated in major operations such as the Battle of Khe Sanh and the evacuation of Saigon. Today, MAG-16 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, and continues to provide assault support as part of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing.
MCAS
U.S. Marine Corps
NMCB 3
U.S. Marine Corps
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion THREE (NMCB 3), known as the “Better Than Best” battalion, was originally commissioned in 1942 during World War II. The unit distinguished itself in the Pacific Theater, constructing airfields, roads, and bases in support of combat operations. NMCB 3 has since deployed in support of numerous conflicts and operations, including the Korean and Vietnam Wars, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Throughout its history, the battalion has exemplified the Seabee motto, “We Build, We Fight,” providing critical construction and engineering support to the United States Navy and allied forces worldwide.
1:3rd Marines, HM2
U.S. Marine Corps
**1st Battalion, 3rd Marines (1/3), United States Marine Corps** The 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines (1/3), known as the "Lava Dogs," was activated in 1942 and has served with distinction in numerous major conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Global War on Terrorism. The battalion participated in iconic campaigns such as Bougainville, Guam, and Iwo Jima during WWII, and later saw extensive combat operations in Vietnam. In the 21st century, 1/3 deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan, conducting counterinsurgency and security operations. Hospital Corpsmen Second Class (HM2) have played a critical role within 1/3, providing life-saving medical care to Marines and Sailors on the front lines throughout the unit’s storied history.