Seventy-six years ago today, the Marines landed at Tarawa. During this three-day battle, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps lost more than 1,600 men. Today, we honor them. | U.S. Marine Corps

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In November, 1943, the USS Enterprise supports a two pronged attack in the Pacific at the WW2 Battle of Tarawa. | HISTORY

How We Dealt With a Japanese Sniper on Tarawa #history #veteranshermans #veteran #marines #army | American Veterans Center

Dive into the rich history of the Marine Corps and discover the origins of the infamous nickname “Devil Dogs”! This gripping tale dates back to World War I, where bravery and audacity defined the Marine spirit at the Battle of Belleau Wood. Witness how the Marines, against all odds, charged into the fray, earning both respect and fear from their enemies. Fast forward to World War II, where the audacious assault on Tarawa Atoll proved that nothing stands in the way of the Marines when duty calls.