3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion (3rd AABn) is one of two active duty assault amphibian battalions in the United States Marine Corps. The battalion is tasked with transporting US Marine forces and their equipment from assault ships to shore, and it is equipped with the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), which replaced the Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV). The battalion is part of the 1st Marine Division and the I Marine Expeditionary Force. The unit is based in Camp Pendleton in California. Companies: Alpha Company: Camp Pendleton Bravo Company: Camp Pendleton Charlie Company: Camp Pendleton Delta Company (REIN) (Retired 2021): Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms Echo Company (Retired 2015): Camp Pendleton Fox Company (Retired 2012): Camp Pendleton Headquarters & Services Company: Camp Pendleton .: Material: 100% polyester organza.: Extra light/thin fabric (3.8 oz/yd² (110 g/m²)).: 60" x 36".: One-sided print with a satin finish.: Side tunnel.: Sewn in label.: Printed in the USA.: Does not include flagpole
