24th MEU BW (USMC) Black Coffee Mug

24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Battalion Landing (BTL) (USMC) The 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Battalion Landing (BTL) is a tactical formation of the United States Marine Corps, falling under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Pacific Command. It is a rapid-response force designed for amphibious operations and crisis response, capable of deployment at short notice to any location in the world. The 24th MEU BTL comprises approximately 1,800 Marines and Sailors, organized into a command element, ground combat element, aviation combat element, logistics combat element, and various supporting elements. This structure enables them to execute a wide range of missions, from airfield seizure and clearance to security operations, humanitarian assistance, and disaster response. The 24th MEU BTL is part of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF), a self-contained unit capable of independent deployment and operation in distant locations for extended periods. Each MAGTF includes ground forces, aviation assets, logistics components, and command and control elements, designed to ensure mission success in diverse environments and contingencies. The unit's primary role is to respond rapidly to crises or emergencies around the world as part of the U.S. military's forward-deployed forces. They are trained to work closely with joint and interagency partners, providing a versatile and agile force for global security missions.