The 3rd Marine Division celebrates its 80th Anniversary. The Division reflects on its legacy of valor, honor, and fidelity – fighting in every clime and place when called upon. Our Marines continue to build on its fighting spirit today as a critical part of the stand-in force within the first island chain of the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps 🎥 by Staff Sgt. Albert Carls) | 3rd Marine Division

3rd Marine Division celebrates its 76th anniversary on Sept. 16, 2018. 3rd Marine Division was activated on Sept. 16, 1942 at Camp Elliot, San Diego, California and plays a vital role in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Kallahan Morris) | 3rd Marine Division

Marines with 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, establish a coastal defense after conducting an air assault on Ie Shima, Okinawa, Japan. 3/3 increased their proficiency in distributed operations, while demonstrating their ability to quickly secure and defend key maritime terrain in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Staff Sgt. Laiqa Hitt) | 3rd Marine Division