2d Battalion 8th Marines (USMC) Color Changing Mug 11oz

2nd Battalion, 8th Marines (USMC), also known as 28, is a tactical battalion within the United States Marine Corps' Infantry. It falls under the command of the 8th Marine Regiment and the 2nd Marine Division. The battalion is part of the II Marine Expeditionary Force, stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.The 28 has a rich history dating back to its formation in World War I, where it saw action during the Battle of Belleau Wood. Since then, the battalion has participated in numerous major conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, Gulf War, and most recently, operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.The 28 is composed of approximately 900 Marines, organized into a headquarters company and three rifle companies. The battalion's mission includes conducting amphibious assaults, urban operations, counterinsurgency operations, and providing security during peacetime and conflict.The battalion's emblem features a black bear, symbolizing the unit's tenacity in battle, with a red star for valor and a scroll bearing the motto "Toujours Pret," meaning "Always Ready." The 28 is known for its high standards of discipline, professionalism, and dedication to duty.