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11th Marine Expeditionary Unit

'Pride of the Pacific'

Camp Pendleton, CA

Mission

The 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit provides a forward-deployed, flexible sea-based Marine air-ground task force capable of conducting amphibious operations, crisis response and limited contingency operations, to include enabling the introduction of follow-on forces and designated special operations in order to support the theater requirements of geographic combatant commanders.

Featured Stories

		11th MEU throws early Christmas bash By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| December 17, 2012 In the nearly six months since returning from deployment, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit has maintained a vigorous training cycle to maintain its status as a rapid response force. From ranges, to hikes, to annual qualifications, the 11th MEU has participated in a variety of events to ensure readiness among both new and seasoned Marines. In MORE 0 Comments
		For Corpsman, Christmas cheer comes early By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| December 11, 2012 HM3 Kevin Daniels II, a Corpsman with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, received a Christmas donation from The San Diego County Master Gardner Association here, Dec. 9, as a gesture of appreciation for his military service. The San Diego County Master Gardener Association is made up of volunteers trained and supervised by the University of MORE 0 Comments
		College Game Day hosts military service members By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| November 16, 2012 Every Nov. 11th, Americans take the time to honor veterans that have served this country. Veteran’s Day is celebrated to pay tribute to those who are currently serving in the United States armed forces and to those who have served in the past. This year, ESPN honored veterans in a very unique way. On Nov. 10th, Marines and sailors with the 11th MORE 0 Comments
Marines receive Good Conduct Award By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| November 05, 2012 Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s command element receive the Good Conduct Medal here Nov. 2 and Nov. 5 for continuous military proficiency, obedience and intelligence for an extended period of time. Like many things in the Marine Corps, the Good Conduct Medal is earned not given. Marines who receive this award have three things in MORE 0 Comments
		11th MEU trains in gas chamber By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| October 19, 2012 Many Marines may remember their first trip to the gas chamber back during recruit training. The chamber itself invokes memories of burning eyes, runny noses and an unforgettable sense of fear that every recruit felt when faced with a task that they were unfamiliar with. Approximately 60 Marines and sailors from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit MORE 0 Comments

News

11th MEU throws early Christmas bash
December 17, 2012

For Corpsman, Christmas cheer comes early
December 11, 2012

College Game Day hosts military service members
November 16, 2012

Marines receive Good Conduct Award
November 05, 2012

11th MEU trains in gas chamber
October 19, 2012

11th MEU Contact Information

11th MEU Company Duty Office:
760-815-3619

11th Marine Expeditionary Unit
P.O. Box 555361
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055-5361

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		11th MEU throws early Christmas bash By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| December 17, 2012 In the nearly six months since returning from deployment, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit has maintained a vigorous training cycle to maintain its status as a rapid response force. From ranges, to hikes, to annual qualifications, the 11th MEU has participated in a variety of events to ensure readiness among both new and seasoned Marines. In MORE 0 Comments
		For Corpsman, Christmas cheer comes early By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| December 11, 2012 HM3 Kevin Daniels II, a Corpsman with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, received a Christmas donation from The San Diego County Master Gardner Association here, Dec. 9, as a gesture of appreciation for his military service. The San Diego County Master Gardener Association is made up of volunteers trained and supervised by the University of MORE 0 Comments
		College Game Day hosts military service members By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| November 16, 2012 Every Nov. 11th, Americans take the time to honor veterans that have served this country. Veteran’s Day is celebrated to pay tribute to those who are currently serving in the United States armed forces and to those who have served in the past. This year, ESPN honored veterans in a very unique way. On Nov. 10th, Marines and sailors with the 11th MORE 0 Comments
Marines receive Good Conduct Award By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| November 05, 2012 Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s command element receive the Good Conduct Medal here Nov. 2 and Nov. 5 for continuous military proficiency, obedience and intelligence for an extended period of time. Like many things in the Marine Corps, the Good Conduct Medal is earned not given. Marines who receive this award have three things in MORE 0 Comments
		11th MEU trains in gas chamber By Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan \| October 19, 2012 Many Marines may remember their first trip to the gas chamber back during recruit training. The chamber itself invokes memories of burning eyes, runny noses and an unforgettable sense of fear that every recruit felt when faced with a task that they were unfamiliar with. Approximately 60 Marines and sailors from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit MORE 0 Comments