C005592

Coin is diamond shaped with the long axis vertical and ribbon banners draped over the top and bottom points, pewter in color, 2 1/2 inches high x 2 1/8 inches wide.

Journal - Pge 118 - Line 12

The 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines (2/7) is a light infantry battalion of the United States Marine Corps which consists of 800 Marines and sailors.

During the Battle of Chosin Reservoir in Korea, Easy Company's commander, Marine CPT Walt Philips led his company against 2,000 Chinese Troops. He inspired his men to hold the defense by thrusting an M-1 rifle into the ground and shouting," This is Easy Company and we hold here!." The fight for Hill 1282 would be remembered as one of the fiercest in Marine Corps history.