Mexican Marine Arsenal from Squad to Battalion (Pt. 2)

May 29, 2025
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STea5g1-PNc

Following up from my first video on Mexican Marine Corps history, high-level organization, role, and cooperation with the United States, this part 2 covers the organization of Mexican Marine Infantry Battalions (BIMs) from squad and up. I talk about the individual and crew served weapons within the Rifle and Weapons Companies, unit size, and how their unique naval-based rank system works.

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