26th Marine Regiment Merchandise

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Established amid the tumult of World War II, the 26th Marine Regiment was officially formed on January 10, 1944, at the esteemed Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California.

Playing a pivotal role in the historic conflict, the regiment was initially designated as a reserve unit for the V Amphibious Corps during the critical stages of the D-Day landings at Iwo Jima. Swiftly engaging in combat, the 26th Marines landed on Iwo Jima's shores on February 19, 1945, swiftly establishing a strong defensive position to support the advancing troops. Amid the gritty reality of war, they valiantly relieved the 27th Marine Regiment on February 22, courageously advancing under torrential rain and relentless enemy fire to aid in securing the strategic airfield.

Post-WWII, the 26th Marine Regiment was deactivated, only to be called to service again on March 1, 1966, as part of the reactivation of the 5th Marine Division at their home base of Camp Pendleton. They soon found themselves at the heart of the Vietnam conflict, arriving in South Vietnam on April 26, 1967. After the intense Hill Fights, the regiment took command of the area surrounding Khe Sanh, launching Operations Ardmore and Scotland to conduct search and destroy missions and to fortify the critical Khe Sanh Combat Base against the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN) forces.

In an unyielding test of their resilience, the 26th Marines were besieged at Khe Sanh from January 21, 1968, heroically holding their ground until the siege was broken by Operation Pegasus on April 14, 1968. Their steadfast courage and tactical prowess earned them a prestigious Presidential Unit Citation, a distinction they proudly shared with the valorous Seabees who supported them.

To commemorate the legacy and honor the valor of the 26th Marine Regiment, enthusiasts and supporters can now carry a piece of this storied regiment's history. Our exclusive merchandise collection features a wide range of items including t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, tank tops, hoodies, flags, decals, headwear, and pins, each piece infused with the spirit of the regiment's indomitable courage.

The 26th Marine Regiment's story is not just one of military strategy and engagements; it is a chronicle of the unwavering human spirit, woven into the fabric of three distinguished battalions: the 1/26 Marines, 2/26 Marines, and 3/26 Marines.

These units, composed of brave men who fought for freedom across two pivotal wars, are the essence of the regiment's enduring legacy.