23d Marine Regiment (United States)
The 23rd Marine Regiment (23rd Marines) is a reserve infantry regiment of the United States Marine Corps. It is headquartered in San Bruno, California and falls under the command of the 4th Marine Division and the Marine Forces Reserve.
| 23rd Marine Regiment | |
|---|---|
23rd Marines’ Unit Insignia 23d Marines insignia | |
| Active | 1942 – 45; 1966 – present |
| Country | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Type | Infantry Regiment |
| Size | Approximately 4,900 |
| Part of | 4th Marine Division |
| Garrison/HQ | San Bruno, California |
| Nickname(s) | Forager |
| Engagements | World War II
Operation Desert Storm Iraq War Operation Enduring Freedom |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Col Robert M. Barnhart Jr. |
| Notable commanders | Louis R. Jones Walter W. Wensinger |
The regiment comprises twenty units which are geographically dispersed throughout eight states from California to Alabama. The regiment consists of Marine reservists, active duty Marines and active duty Navy personnel. The regimental headquarters is located in San Bruno, California.
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