Videos tagged with 5th Marine Regiment

This episode of American Rifleman Television delves into the early engagements of the American Expeditionary Force in World War I, focusing on the pivotal Battle of Belleau Wood. It highlights the strategic importance of the battle, occurring just 35 miles from Paris, and the critical role played by the US Marines, specifically the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments, in halting the German Spring Offensive. The narrative emphasizes the fierce fighting between June 1st and June 26th, 1918, in areas like Triangle Farm, Hill 142, and Belleau Wood itself, underscoring the Marines' determination in the face of overwhelming German forces.