24th MEU BW (USMC) Pint Glass 16oz

The 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit Battalion Landing Team (24th MEU BW) is a tactical-level amphibious unit of the United States Marine Corps (USMC). It falls under the command of the I Marine Expeditionary Force, based at Camp Pendleton, California. The primary role of the 24th MEU BW is to conduct rapid-response operations around the world. The unit is capable of deploying with all necessary support for sustained operations, including a combat service support company and aviation assets. It is designed to act as a self-contained task force, ready to respond to crises or conflicts in a variety of environments. The 24th MEU BW consists of approximately 1,500 Marines organized into an infantry battalion (Ground Combat Element), a combat service support company (Logistics Combat Element), and aviation assets from Helicopter Squadron 363 (Aviation Combat Element). The unit rotates on a regular basis with other MEU units, ensuring the USMC's readiness for global operations. The 24th MEU BW's history dates back to the mid-1980s, reflecting the Marine Corps' tradition of ready reaction forces. Over the years, it has participated in numerous exercises and operations, including those related to humanitarian assistance, counter-piracy, and counter-terrorism efforts.