1st Battalion, 2nd Marines
1st Battalion, 2nd Marines (1/2) (pronounced "one-two") is an infantry battalion in the United States Marine Corps based out of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, consisting of approximately 900 Marines and sailors. The battalion, callsign "Typhoon'" falls under the command of the 2nd Marine Regiment and the 2nd Marine Division.
| 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines | |
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1st Battalion, 2nd Marines insignia | |
| Active | June 1, 1933 – November 1947 October 1949 – present |
| Country | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Type | Infantry |
| Role | Offense/Defense/Sustainment, Amphibious Operations |
| Part of | 2nd Marine Regiment 2nd Marine Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune |
| Motto(s) | "Others will follow" |
| Engagements | World War II
Operation Desert Storm
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| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Lt Col Aaron M. Awtry |
| Notable commanders | Wood B. Kyle |
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