22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit
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The 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) is one of seven such units currently in existence in the United States Marine Corps. It is a Marine Air Ground Task Force with a strength of about 2,200 personnel. They are currently based out of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and fall under the command of the II Marine Expeditionary Force. It is the most decorated of the U.S. Marine Corps' seven MEUs.[1]
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22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit | |
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Active | 1 December 1982 – present |
Country | United States of America |
Branch | United States Marine Corps |
Size | ~ 2,200 (when composited) |
Part of | II Marine Expeditionary Force |
Nickname(s) | 22nd MEU |
Motto(s) | "Balanced Excellence" |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Col. Thomas N. Trimble Col. Paul C. Merida |
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