Harlteen Stamps

Headquarters Battalion, 10th Marines was activated on November 15, 1940 at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, as part of the 2d Marine Division. During World War II, the battalion participated in major campaigns including Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Saipan, Tinian, and Okinawa, providing crucial command and control, communications, and logistical support. Following the war, the battalion was relocated to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, where it remains today. Over the decades, Headquarters Battalion has continued to support 10th Marines and II Marine Expeditionary Force operations, both in peacetime and during deployments such as Operation Desert Storm and the Global War on Terrorism.

3RD FSSG

U.S. Marine Corps

The 3rd Force Service Support Group (FSSG) is a United States Marine Corps combat support unit that provides logistics, medical, and other support services to Marine Corps forces. It is based at Camp Kinser in Okinawa, Japan and is responsible for supporting Marine Corps operations in the Indo-Pacific region. The 3rd FSSG is organized into several subordinate units, including Combat Logistics Regiment 35 and Marine Wing Support Squadron 172. As a vital component of the Marine Corps' overall mission readiness, the 3rd FSSG plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of Marine Corps operations worldwide.

**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.

3RD MAW

U.S. Marine Corps

The 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (3rd MAW) is a major aviation command within the United States Marine Corps. It is based out of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in California and is responsible for providing air support to Marine Corps ground forces. The 3rd MAW consists of multiple squadrons that operate a variety of aircraft, including fighter jets, helicopters, and support aircraft. They are trained and equipped to carry out a wide range of missions, from close air support to humanitarian assistance operations.