USMC 5th Marine Regiment Patch From Vietnam War Era

Description: This used machine embroidered patch measures 3" by 3" by 3", in good wearing condition. All types of payment are accepted.I ship worldwide and will combine postage of multiple items at lower cost to save you money. Shipping is made within 24 hours by USPS 1st class airmail.Thank you for shopping at "Premier_Shoppe". During the Vietnam War, the 5th Marine Regiment of the United States Marine Corps (USMC) played a significant role as part of the American military effort in Vietnam. The regiment was deployed to Vietnam multiple times between 1965 and 1971, operating primarily in the northern I Corps region.The 5th Marine Regiment, part of the 1st Marine Division, participated in various combat operations and engagements during the Vietnam War. Some notable operations involving the regiment include:Operation Starlite (August 1965): The 5th Marine Regiment participated in the first major U.S. ground offensive of the war, aimed at disrupting Viet Cong operations in the Chu Lai area.Battle of Hue (January-February 1968): During the Tet Offensive, the 5th Marine Regiment fought alongside Army units to retake the city of Hue from the North Vietnamese Army and Viet Cong forces.Operation Allen Brook (May-July 1968): The regiment was involved in this operation aimed at clearing and securing enemy-controlled areas in the vicinity of the city of Hue.Operation Meade River (December 1968): The 5th Marine Regiment participated in this operation to destroy North Vietnamese Army units operating in the area south of Da Nang.The 5th Marine Regiment faced a variety of challenges during their time in Vietnam, including guerrilla warfare, ambushes, and conventional battles against enemy forces. They operated in difficult and hostile environments, often engaging in close-quarters combat and conducting patrols to disrupt enemy activities.

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Location: Garden Grove, California

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