13th Marine Expeditionary Unit
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The 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) is one of seven Marine Expeditionary Units currently in existence in the United States Marine Corps. The Marine Expeditionary Unit is a Marine Air Ground Task Force with a strength of about 2,200 personnel. The MEU consists of a command element, a reinforced infantry battalion, a composite aviation squadron and a combat logistics battalion. The 13th MEU is currently based out of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
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13th Marine Expeditionary Unit | |
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Active | 1 February 1985 – present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Marine Corps |
Type | Marine expeditionary unit |
Role | Special Operations Capable - Marine Air Ground Task Force |
Size | 2,200 |
Part of | I Marine Expeditionary Force |
Garrison/HQ | Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton |
Nickname(s) | "The Fighting 13th" |
Engagements | Operation Desert Storm Operation Southern Watch |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Col. Christopher J. Gunther[1] Col. David W. Coffman[2] |
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