2nd Battalion, 24th Marines
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2nd Battalion, 24th Marines (2/24) is an infantry battalion in the United States Marine Corps based out of Chicago, Illinois, consisting of approximately 1000 Marines and Sailors. The battalion falls under the 23rd Marine Regiment and the 4th Marine Division.
"2/24" redirects here. For the date, see February 24.
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Active | 1922–present |
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Branch | ![]() |
Type | Infantry |
Role | Ground Unit |
Size | 400 |
Part of | 24th Marine Regiment 4th Marine Division |
Garrison/HQ | Fort Sheridan, Illinois |
Nickname(s) | Mad Ghosts |
Motto(s) | First in Last out |
Colors | Black & Gold |
March | Marine Corps Hymn |
Mascot(s) | Bulldog |
Engagements | World War II *Battle of Saipan *Battle of Tinian *Battle of Iwo Jima Operation Desert Storm Operation Iraqi Freedom *Operation Plymouth Rock |
Commanders | |
Current commander | LtCol David A. Mabon |
Notable commanders | LtCol Joseph J. McCarthy, MoH Frank E. Garretson, NC |
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