Staff Sgt. Judiyan E. Lowe, chief drill instructor
Staff Sgt. Judiyan E. Lowe, chief drill instructor of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, teaches her recruits the importance of knowing Marine Corps history June 4, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Hist... More
Rct. Samantha D. Easto, Platoon 4040, November Company,
Rct. Samantha D. Easto, Platoon 4040, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, performs a flexed-arm hang during her initial strength test Sept. 12, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The minimum physical re... More
Rct. Jennifer M. Madrinan, Platoon 4020, Oscar Company,
Rct. Jennifer M. Madrinan, Platoon 4020, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, does pushups during a physical fitness session April 1, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits participate in more than 30 ... More
Marines talk to members of the Society of Asian Scientists
Marines talk to members of the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers about the importance of leadership during the society’s fourth annual conference Oct. 17, 2014, in Philadelphia. During the conference, M... More
Louisville, Ky., native training at Parris Island to become U.S. Marin...
Rct. Shane M. Geitgey, a 20-year-old native of Louisville, Ky., is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title United States Marine. Geitgey is training w... More
Pfc. Joao S. Alves, Platoon 2044, Golf Company, 2nd
Pfc. Joao S. Alves, Platoon 2044, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship June 30, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of... More
Braylin. Young prepares to do a clean and jerk lift
Braylin. Young prepares to do a clean and jerk lift during practice July 21, 2016, in Beaufort, S.C. Braylin is on Team Beaufort Olympic Weightlifting team and recently won the 14-15 Individual 85 kg at the USA... More
Recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, ensure their masks have been properly sealed July 28, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits experience temporary respiratory irritation, watery eyes an... More
Recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, repeat the oath of enlistment during an emblem ceremony May 20, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Repeating the oath is a custom that reaffirms their commit... More
Rct. Carlos N. Perez, Platoon 3057, Mike Company, 3rd
Rct. Carlos N. Perez, Platoon 3057, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, rushes forward on a combat training course July 21, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is part of Basic Warrior Training, h... More
Rct. Fitzroy W. Wattley Jr. chokes Rct. Ian M. Webb,
Rct. Fitzroy W. Wattley Jr. chokes Rct. Ian M. Webb, both with Platoon 1076, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, during martial arts qualification Aug. 11, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Wattley, 23,... More
A new Marine of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training
A new Marine of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, rings the 2nd Recruit Training Battalion bell during a motivational run March 10, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The run took place before the new Ma... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, clean up around 1st Recruit Training Battalion Jan. 14, 2015, during team week on Parris Island, S.C. Team week, the sixth week of training, allows recru... More
Chief Warrant Officer Stephen Giove, the Parris Island
Chief Warrant Officer Stephen Giove, the Parris Island Marine Band officer, introduces the next musical piece during a public concert Oct. 25, 2014, at Hilton Head High School. The Parris Island Marine Band and... More
Rct. Jared P. McCrobie Jr., Platoon 2068, Echo Company,
Rct. Jared P. McCrobie Jr., Platoon 2068, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, has his blouse marked by a tailor during the company’s uniform clothing issue July 15, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The re... More
Rct. Jasmine M. Morris, Platoon 4010, Oscar Company,
Rct. Jasmine M. Morris, Platoon 4010, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, rushes forward on a combat training course March 10, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is part of Basic Warrior Trainin... More
Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Michael R. Smalls, Platoon
Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Michael R. Smalls, Platoon 3037, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, yells commands during an initial drill evaluation March 7, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, pa... More
Pvt. Alejandro Gonzales De Para, Platoon 2044, Golf
Pvt. Alejandro Gonzales De Para, Platoon 2044, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship June 30, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate... More
Pfc. Treighton V. Belcher, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Treighton V. Belcher, honor graduate for Platoon 4013, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp April 12, 2019. Belcher is from Blue Springs, Mo. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. A... More
Recruit Erika Balasabas, a 24-year-old from Delano,
Recruit Erika Balasabas, a 24-year-old from Delano, Calif., and Platoon 4009, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, untangles her weapon from concertina wire while she crawls through a portion of Battl... More
A marksmanship coach clears a recruit’s rifle during
A marksmanship coach clears a recruit’s rifle during marksmanship training March 11, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Marksmanship coaches supervise recruits as they shoot on the range and guide them through diffic... More
Recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, climb a Confidence Course obstacle March 24, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is comprised of 15 obstacles designed to help Marine Corps recruit... More
Pfc. Roberto M. Birriel, the Delta Company high shooter
Pfc. Roberto M. Birriel, the Delta Company high shooter from Platoon 1050, scored 340 points out of 350 points. Birriel graduated boot camp July 22, 2016, and is from San Juan, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)
Pfc. Gisel M. Gomez, the Papa Company, 4th Recruit
Pfc. Gisel M. Gomez, the Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, high shooter from Platoon 4001, scored 317 points out of 350 points. Sullivan graduated boot camp Jan. 8, 2016, and is from Worcester, Mass... More
Pfc. Jessica M. Wilson, with Platoon 4030, Papa Company,
Pfc. Jessica M. Wilson, with Platoon 4030, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned the company’s highest physical fitness and combat fitness score. Wilson, a native of Lebanon, Mo., earned a score ... More
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Kyle Kavanagh, an assistant
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Kyle Kavanagh, an assistant series commander of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, inspects a Marine’s uniform Aug. 23, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Formal inspections held ... More
A Primary Marksmanship Instructor with Weapons and
A Primary Marksmanship Instructor with Weapons and Field Training Battalion, instructs his recruits on the fundamentals of marksmanship on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. June 2, 2019. Grass week... More
Sgt. Sherman P. Vicks, a drill instructor with Platoon
Sgt. Sherman P. Vicks, a drill instructor with Platoon 3093, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, explains patroling procedures during basic warrior training Oct. 8, 2016, on Marine Corps Logistics Bas... More
Platoon 4008, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Platoon 4008, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp March 13, 2015. (Photo by Pfc. Vanessa Austin)
Sgt. Mark L. Chasson, a primary marksmanship instructor,
Sgt. Mark L. Chasson, a primary marksmanship instructor, shows Rct. Zachary W. Lloyd, Platoon 1044, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, a correct firing position April 15, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C... More
Rct. Donald J. Thomas, Platoon 2064, Echo Company,
Rct. Donald J. Thomas, Platoon 2064, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, fights during a pugil stick match June 30, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits fight with pugil sticks, which represent rifle... More
Pfc. Samuel A. King, honor graduate for Platoon 3029,
Pfc. Samuel A. King, honor graduate for Platoon 3029, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp April 8, 2016. King is from Salem, Mass. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
Recruit Jonathan Kelly from Platoon 2062, Fox Company,
Recruit Jonathan Kelly from Platoon 2062, Fox Company, he took the commitment to enlist in the Marine Corps after six years of prior service with the Air Force and two master’s degrees on Marine Corps Recruit D... More
Rct. Tyler A. Swartz, Platoon 3057, Mike Company, 3rd
Rct. Tyler A. Swartz, Platoon 3057, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, climbs up a Confidence Course obstacle May 31, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is comprised of 15 obstacles designed to ... More
Recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, wait to descend the 47-foot rappel tower Jan. 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Rappel training simulates jumping from a helicopter or descending the sid... More
Pvt. Jordan R. Tooman, India Company high shooter of
Pvt. Jordan R. Tooman, India Company high shooter of Platoon 3001, earned a rifle score of 331 out of 350. Tooman, a native of Jacksonville, S.C., graduated boot camp Jan. 23, 2015. (Photo by Jennifer Schubert)
Families cheer as the new Marines of Delta Company,
Families cheer as the new Marines of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, run through the streets of Parris Island, S.C., during a motivational run Nov. 12, 2015. This was the first chance for most fa... More
Drill Instructor Sgt. Nicholas R. Garcia, Platoon 2005,
Drill Instructor Sgt. Nicholas R. Garcia, Platoon 2005, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, encourages his recruits to push themselves through an incentive training session Nov. 17, 2015, on Parris Isl... More
Platoon 2025, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Platoon 2025, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp April 17, 2015. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
Pfc. Alaz A. Gibson, honor graduate for Platoon 1060,
Pfc. Alaz A. Gibson, honor graduate for Platoon 1060, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp July 31, 2015. Gibson is from Monterey, Tenn. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
Pvt. Samuel F. Koroma, Platoon 2058, Echo Company,
Pvt. Samuel F. Koroma, Platoon 2058, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Aug. 18, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledg... More
Drill Instructor Sgt. Charles C. Moysey III, with Lima
Drill Instructor Sgt. Charles C. Moysey III, with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, ensures the safety of Rct. Alicia R. Meyer, Platoon 4036, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, as she rap... More
A recruit of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
A recruit of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, endures the effects of tear gas March 24, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits experience temporary respiratory irritation, watery eyes and a burning... More
Sgt. Johnny A. Carlos Jr., a primary marksmanship
Sgt. Johnny A. Carlos Jr., a primary marksmanship instructor, teaches recruits of Platoon 1024, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, marksmanship fundamentals Feb. 23, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. For... More
Platoon 2034, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Platoon 2034, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp May 8, 2015. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
From left, Sgt. Major Justin D. LeHew, sergeant major
From left, Sgt. Major Justin D. LeHew, sergeant major of Training and Education Command, Major Gen. James W. Lukeman, commanding general of Training and Education Command, Brig. Gen. Terry V. Williams, commandi... More
Rct. Trace L. Cason, Platoon 1026, Alpha Company, 1st
Rct. Trace L. Cason, Platoon 1026, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, swings across a Confidence Course obstacle Feb. 8, 2016. Cason, 18, from Lakeland, Fla., is scheduled to graduate April 15, 2016... More
Pfc. Ilaissa A. Negron, Papa Company high shooter of
Pfc. Ilaissa A. Negron, Papa Company high shooter of Platoon 4003, earned a rifle score of 334 out of 350. Negron, a native of Bridgeport, Conn., graduated boot camp Jan. 23, 2015. (Photo by Jennifer Schubert)
Pfc. Marcus C. Mattier, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Marcus C. Mattier, honor graduate for Platoon 2006, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Jan. 22, 2016. Mattier is from Boston. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
Pfc. Brandon L. Buckner, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Brandon L. Buckner, honor graduate for Platoon 3044, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp June 3, 2016. Buckner is from Boca Raton, Fla. (Photo by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)
Recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, participate in a pugil sticks bout on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 16, 2019. Pugil sticks help recruits apply the fundamentals... More
Rct. Brandon L Smith, left, and Rct. Christopher J.
Rct. Brandon L Smith, left, and Rct. Christopher J. Bouma, both with Platoon 2040, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, sidesteps across a rope on a Confidence Course obstacle March 31, 2015, on Parris ... More
Pfc. Kerrin B. Allen, honor graduate for Platoon 4012,
Pfc. Kerrin B. Allen, honor graduate for Platoon 4012, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp April 12, 2019. Allen is from Orlando, Fla. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by La Cpl. Andrew Neumann)
Pfc. Hernedez H. Haughton, Platoon 4022, Papa Company,
Pfc. Hernedez H. Haughton, Platoon 4022, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned the highest combines physical fitness test and combat fitness test score for her company. She earned a score of 600 ... More
Platoon 3029, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Platoon 3029, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp April 24, 2015. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
Pfc. Matthew C. Nolen, the Bravo Company high shooter
Pfc. Matthew C. Nolen, the Bravo Company high shooter from Platoon 1045, scored 331 points out of 350 points. Nolen graduated boot camp May 29, 2015, and is from Silsbee, Texas. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
Pfc. Brian C. Smith, Platoon 3066, India Company, 3rd
Pfc. Brian C. Smith, Platoon 3066, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 1, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Platoon 1052, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training
Platoon 1052, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp July 2, 2015. (Photo by Sgt. Jennifer Schubert)
Pfc. Christopher N. Warfield, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Christopher N. Warfield, honor graduate for Platoon 3094, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Nov. 10, 2016. Warfield is from Fayetteville, N.C. (Photo by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)
Pvt. Enrique Guzman Mejia, Platoon 3000, 3rd Recruit
Pvt. Enrique Guzman Mejia, Platoon 3000, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Jan. 19, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of the En... More
Sgt. Maj. Nicholas Deabreau, Recruit Training Regiment
Sgt. Maj. Nicholas Deabreau, Recruit Training Regiment Sergeant Major, rededicates the Drill Instructor Monument Oct. 16, 2015, as part of the centennial celebration on Parris Island, S.C. The monument was firs... More
Col. Paul D. Cucinotta, Recruit Training Regiment commanding
Col. Paul D. Cucinotta, Recruit Training Regiment commanding officer, speaks to new Marines of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, and Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, after a motivatio... More
Cpl. Dakota J. Blaylock, an instructor with Weapons
Cpl. Dakota J. Blaylock, an instructor with Weapons and Field Training Battalion, prepares tear gas in the gas chamber Sept. 27, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Blaylock, 23, is from Greenup, Ky. Parris Island has... More
Rct. Thomas Green, Platoon 1053, Charlie Company, 1st
Rct. Thomas Green, Platoon 1053, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, practices marksmanship fundamentals May 19, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. For one week, recruits learn and practice the fundament... More
Rct. Blyden Kalay, Platoon 3038, India Company, 3rd
Rct. Blyden Kalay, Platoon 3038, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, responds to orders during an incentive training session March 5, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Incentive training consists of physi... More
Recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, participate in a pugil sticks bout on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 16, 2019. Pugil sticks help recruits apply the fundamentals... More
A U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor of Oscar Company,
A U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, writes notes on a Marine’s uniform inspection Aug. 22, 2017 on Parris Island, S.C. Formal inspections help ensure Marines h... More
Col. Benjamin Blankenship, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
Col. Benjamin Blankenship, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island operations officer, speaks with families of new Marines at the family orientation brief during the first extended Family Day, Feb. 1.
Master Sgt. Jakub Biziorek, the Marine Corps Central
Master Sgt. Jakub Biziorek, the Marine Corps Central Command shooting team coach, records Lance Cpl. Tre Fenderson’s shots in a data book Nov. 24, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The data book is used to plot shot... More
Pfc. James E. Burris Jr., honor graduate of platoon,
Pfc. James E. Burris Jr., honor graduate of platoon, 1012, stands at parade rest before the graduation ceremony, Feb. 12, 2016, at Marine Corps Depot Parris Island, S.C. Burris, a native of Hammond, La., was re... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, swim 25 meters during water survival training April 6, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits learn how to survive in water through a series of exercises,... More
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, glide through a combat training course July 21, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is part of Basic Warrior Training, held during the ninth week o... More
Pfc. Joon H. Sim, Platoon 1085, Delta Company, 1st
Pfc. Joon H. Sim, Platoon 1085, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Oct. 27, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of ... More
Pfc. Jack D. Turner, honor graduate for Platoon 2010,
Pfc. Jack D. Turner, honor graduate for Platoon 2010, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Feb. 10, 2017. Turner is from Navarre, Fla. (Photo by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)
New Marines of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training
New Marines of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, storm through the streets of Parris Island, S.C., during a traditional motivational run May 14, 2015. This was the first chance for most families to... More
Pfc. Imani Daley, Platoon 4024, November Company, 4th
Pfc. Imani Daley, Platoon 4024, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship July 21, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, glide through a combat training course July 21, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is part of Basic Warrior Training, held during the ninth week o... More
Platoon 1022, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training
Platoon 1022, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp March 6, 2015. (Photo by Pfc. Vanessa Austin)
Pvt. Juan A. Gomez, Platoon 3089, Mike Company, 3rd
Pvt. Juan A. Gomez, Platoon 3089, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Nov. 9, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of ... More
Pfc. Michael J. Passal, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Michael J. Passal, honor graduate for Platoon 1013, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp March 3, 2017. Passal is from Hemlock, Mich. (Photos by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)
Platoon 3006, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Platoon 3006, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Jan. 23, 2015. (Photo by Jennifer Schubert)
Pfc. Ashton N. Sherman, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Ashton N. Sherman, honor graduate for Platoon 2058, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Aug. 19, 2016. Sherman is from Gloucester, Va. (Photo by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)
Pfc. Brock W. Glehs-Barbeau, Platoon 3016, 3rd Recruit
Pfc. Brock W. Glehs-Barbeau, Platoon 3016, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship March 30, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of the... More
Rct. Epshane Porter, Platoon 1005, Alpha Company, 1st
Rct. Epshane Porter, Platoon 1005, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, climbs over a Confidence Course obstacle Nov. 4, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The course, comprised of 15 obstacles designed to ... More
Pfc. Kyle B. Odom, honor graduate for Platoon 1048,
Pfc. Kyle B. Odom, honor graduate for Platoon 1048, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp July 22, 2016. Odom is from Soddy-Daisy, Tenn. (Photo by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)
Children of various ages from across the Tri-Command
Children of various ages from across the Tri-Command participated in the fifth annual We Make Devil Pups program Sept. 26, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The Devil Pups program began in 1953 and is aimed at insti... More
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, attempt various Confidence Course obstacles Feb. 8, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is comprised of 15 obstacles used to condition recruits men... More
Rct. Francesca J. Harris, Platoon 4014, Papa Company,
Rct. Francesca J. Harris, Platoon 4014, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, makes a quick pre-scripted call notifying her next-of-kin of her safe arrival to training Feb. 1 2016, on Parris Island, S.C... More
Rct. Kevin P. Chapman, Platoon 3049, Lima Company,
Rct. Kevin P. Chapman, Platoon 3049, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, jumps to the next level of a Confidence Course obstacle May 19, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits tackled, scaled and weave... More
Rct. Eric A. Amaro, Platoon 3073, Kilo Company, 3rd
Rct. Eric A. Amaro, Platoon 3073, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, weaves his way through a Confidence Course obstacle July 25, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Amaro, 18, from Mullins, S.C., is schedu... More
Fallbrook, Calif., native training at Parris Island to become U.S. Mar...
Rct. Kimberly M. Lamons, a 22-year-old native of Fallbrook, Calif., is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title United States Marine. Lamons is trainin... More
Rct. Trever D. Maxwell, Platoon 3098, India Company,
Rct. Trever D. Maxwell, Platoon 3098, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, does pull-ups during an initial strength test Sept. 16, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Male recruits must do at least two pull-... More
Rct. Wyatt S. Stone, Platoon 3018, Lima Company, 3rd
Rct. Wyatt S. Stone, Platoon 3018, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, rappels from a 47-foot tower Jan. 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Rappel training simulates jumping from a helicopter or descend... More
Rct. Sierra B. Nevel, Platoon 4015, Oscar Company,
Rct. Sierra B. Nevel, Platoon 4015, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, uses upper-body strength to complete a Confidence Course obstacle Feb. 25, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits get two opport... More
Rct. Sara A Petersen, Platoon 4009, Oscar Company 4th
Rct. Sara A Petersen, Platoon 4009, Oscar Company 4th Recruit Training Battalion, performs an eye-gauge during martial arts qualification Jan. 14, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. All recruits must earn a tan belt,... More
Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Tristian L. Curren, Platoon
Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Tristian L. Curren, Platoon 1082, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, speaks to his recruits for the first time July 25, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Curren, 29, from Po... More
Marines of Headquarters and Service Battalion unveil
Marines of Headquarters and Service Battalion unveil the iconic Iwo Jima statue March 14, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C., after renovations were recently completed. The renovations took more than 2,500 man hours ... More
Recruits use a flak, Kevlar and M-16 during swim
Recruits use a flak, Kevlar and M-16 during swim qualification to simulate shedding their gear if they were to abandon ship. Swim qualification, one of seven graduation requirements, also includes swimming 25 m... More
Rct. Steven J. Higgins, left, studies with Rct. Abdul
Rct. Steven J. Higgins, left, studies with Rct. Abdul S. Alshaair, both with Platoon 2066, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, during free time Aug. 20, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits receive o... More
Capt. Greg C. Williams, company commander of India
Capt. Greg C. Williams, company commander of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, teaches his recruits Marine Corps history June 26, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Historical periods range from the Mari... More