Marine Raider Battalion, Training... | 1920x1080 4th

A distinctive fairbairn-sykes style combat knife issued specifically to Marine Raiders for close-quarters combat.

Much of their initial preparation took place at Camp Pendleton and later in the rugged terrain of Guadalcanal . Training emphasized rubber boat maneuvers, long-distance forced marches with heavy packs, and jungle survival. 1920x1080 4th Marine Raider Battalion, Training...

Influenced by Brigadier General Evans Carlson, the training fostered a unique "Gung Ho" spirit (working together), which broke down traditional officer-enlisted barriers to prioritize unit cohesion. Equipment & Weapons long-distance forced marches with heavy packs