Rct. Isaac J. Panas, Platoon 2061, Echo Company, 2nd
Rct. Isaac J. Panas, Platoon 2061, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, looks through a compass July 25, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Panas, 19, from Auburn, N.Y., is scheduled to graduate Aug. 19, 201... More
Sgt. Stephan G. Bacchus, senior drill instructor of
Sgt. Stephan G. Bacchus, senior drill instructor of Platoon 3004, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, listens to his recruits’ explanation of leadership during a core values guided discussion Oct. 28... More
Pfc. Noah B. Dozier, the Echo Company high shooter,
Pfc. Noah B. Dozier, the Echo Company high shooter, from Platoon 2088, scored 336 out of 350 points. Dozier graduated boot camp Dec. 2, 2016, and is from Philadelphia. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, wait to be inspected during their battalion commander inspection, a graduation requirement, Oct. 8, 2016, on Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. To ensu... More
Sgt. Jesse A. Boyer, a drill instructor with Platoon
Sgt. Jesse A. Boyer, a drill instructor with Platoon 2040, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, prepares his recruits for free time April 19, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Boyer, 27, is from Quantico, V... More
Pfc. Fernando A. TrujilloTrujillo, Platoon 3048, Lima
Pfc. Fernando A. TrujilloTrujillo, Platoon 3048, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship July 7, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrat... More
Pfc. Jorden I. Bird, honor graduate for Platoon 3069,
Pfc. Jorden I. Bird, honor graduate for Platoon 3069, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Sept. 11, 2015. Bird is from Queens, N.Y. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pfc. Carlos J. Reyes, honor graduate for Platoon 3013,
Pfc. Carlos J. Reyes, honor graduate for Platoon 3013, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Feb. 24, 2017. Reyes is from Chicopee, Mass. (Photo by Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pvt. Chrishaun L. Smith, Platoon 2028, Echo Company,
Pvt. Chrishaun L. Smith, Platoon 2028, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship April 13, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowle... More
Drill Instructor Sgt. Robert A. Atwood, Platoon 3052,
Drill Instructor Sgt. Robert A. Atwood, Platoon 3052, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, inspects a recruit of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, May 7, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Atwood... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, prepare to fire during marksmanship training July 13, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits must qualify on the rifle range in order to graduate. Echo C... More
The Parris Island Marine Band and Parris Island Headquarters
The Parris Island Marine Band and Parris Island Headquarters and Service Battalion Color Guard march in a parade near Beaufort National Cemetery, Beaufort, S.C., Nov. 11, 2015. This parade was full of participa... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, put their martial arts training to use May 6, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits practice body sparring to simulate a close encounter with an enemy.... More
Pvt. Alpha O. Bah, Platoon 3053, Lima Company, 3rd
Pvt. Alpha O. Bah, Platoon 3053, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship July 7, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of t... More
Pfc. Michael Jones Jr., honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Michael Jones Jr., honor graduate for Platoon 2050, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp July 29, 2016. Jones is from Greenville, N.C. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pvt. Zhong J. Liu, Platoon 3029, India Company, 3rd
Pvt. Zhong J. Liu, Platoon 3029, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship April 20, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge o... More
Family and friends come from all over to visit Parris
Family and friends come from all over to visit Parris Island, S.C., in support of their new Marines during the motivational run of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, and Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Tr... More
From left, Rct. Maverick A. Sprowles, Rct. Vincent
From left, Rct. Maverick A. Sprowles, Rct. Vincent D. Ling, and Rct. Oshane S. Francis, all with Platoon 2061, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practice land navigation July 25, 2016, on Parris Isl... More
Pfc. Andrew D. Drozdowski, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Andrew D. Drozdowski, honor graduate for Platoon 2041, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp July 1, 2016. Drozdowski is from Blasdell, N.Y. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pfc. Esteban F. Riano Mojica, Platoon 2026, Echo Company,
Pfc. Esteban F. Riano Mojica, Platoon 2026, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship April 13, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate k... More
A member of the Special Response Team provides security
A member of the Special Response Team provides security during an anti-terrorism/force protection exercise on Parris Island, S.C., Feb. 2, 2017. The exercise simulated an active shooter and hostage situation an... More
Pfc. Harkirai Singh, Platoon 3052, Lima Company, 3rd
Pfc. Harkirai Singh, Platoon 3052, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship July 7, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of... More
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, wait to be inspected during their battalion commander inspection, a graduation requirement, Oct. 8, 2016, on Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. To ens... More
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, climb a Confidence Course obstacle Feb. 3, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits must challenge themselves and, in some cases, work together to complete... More
Rct. Mark E. Huff, Platoon 1025, Alpha Company, 1st
Rct. Mark E. Huff, Platoon 1025, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, waits to enter the gas chamber Feb. 23, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Huff, 19, from Wilmington, Ohio, is scheduled to graduate Apr... More
Rct. Cullen R. Mackenzie, a 20-year-old native of Boynton
Rct. Cullen R. Mackenzie, a 20-year-old native of Boynton Beach, Fla., is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title United States Marine. Mackenzie is t... More
Staff Sgt. Mauro V. Anchondo, drillmaster for 1st Recruit
Staff Sgt. Mauro V. Anchondo, drillmaster for 1st Recruit Training Battalion, evaluates Platoon 2098, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, during a final drill evaluation Dec. 9, 2015, on Parris Island... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, do pushups during an incentive training session Jan. 26, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Drill instructors use incentive training to help instill discipli... More
Rct. Stetson G. Sap, Platoon 2040, Golf Company, 2nd
Rct. Stetson G. Sap, Platoon 2040, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, writes a letter during his free time April 19, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Sap, 21, from Macon, Ga., is scheduled to graduate Ju... More
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Kingsley C. Nwosu,
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Kingsley C. Nwosu, Platoon 1101, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, calls his next command during a final drill evaluation, Dec. 2, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Dr... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, and Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, attempt to find their next set of coordinates July 25, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits learn how... More
The newest recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training
The newest recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, rush through the iconic silver doors Dec. 7, 2105, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits only pass through the silver doors once, marking the start... More
Pfc. Robert G. Watkins, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Robert G. Watkins, honor graduate for Platoon 2094, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Dec. 2, 2016. Watkins is from Cincinnati. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pfc. Camryn T. McCurdie, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Camryn T. McCurdie, honor graduate for Platoon 4038, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Nov. 20, 2015. McCurdie, from Normal, Ill., also earned the company’s highest physica... 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
Pfc. Joseph, A. Reitz, honor graduate for Platoon 2045,
Pfc. Joseph, A. Reitz, honor graduate for Platoon 2045, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp July 1, 2016. Reitz is from Bluffton, S.C. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pfc. Jeremy M. Daugherty, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Jeremy M. Daugherty, honor graduate for Platoon 2089, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Nov. 20, 2015. Daugherty is from Duluth, Ga. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Chief Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Edward P. Underwood,
Chief Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Edward P. Underwood, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, mentors recruits during the Crucible July 21, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Underwood, 28, is from Asheboro, ... More
Rct. Doug M. Shea, Platoon 2012, Golf Company, 2nd
Rct. Doug M. Shea, Platoon 2012, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, surveys his immediate area during a combat training course Feb. 2, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Shea, 28, from Warren, Mich., gradu... More
Staff Sgt. Nathan S Miller currently serves as a Marine
Staff Sgt. Nathan S Miller currently serves as a Marine Corps drill instructor with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Miller joined the Marine Corps... More
A recruit of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
A recruit of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, does crunches during an incentive training session Jan. 26, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Drill instructors use incentive training to help instill disc... More
Recruits of Platoon 3012, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 3012, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, march during a final drill evaluation Jan. 20, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature of close-order drill reinforces ... More
Recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, demonstrate the ready carry with their rifles during a practical application evaluation Oct. 23, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C.. Recruits must demonstrate... More
Recruits of Platoon 1096, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 1096, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, perform a close-order drill movement during a final drill evaluation Dec. 2, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature o... More
Pfc. Clem C. Claxton Jr., honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Clem C. Claxton Jr., honor graduate for Platoon 3090, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Dec. 4, 2015. Claxton is from Orlando, Fla. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Drill Instructor Sgt. Logan M. Swain, Platoon 3048,
Drill Instructor Sgt. Logan M. Swain, Platoon 3048, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, evaluates a recruit of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, May 7, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. During ... More
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, signal to mark targets Nov. 4, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. A recruit signals to mark a target when it needs to be pulled down and scored. Alpha Compan... More
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Shantel D. Limbo,
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Shantel D. Limbo, Platoon 4040, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, explains the importance of close-order drill Nov. 17, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Close-orde... More
Academic instructor Sgt. Ethan A. Stoeckel, Instructional
Academic instructor Sgt. Ethan A. Stoeckel, Instructional Training Company, Support Battalion, evaluates a recruit of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, during a practical application evaluation Oct.... More
Rct. Timothy M. Nicol Jr., Platoon 3090, Mike Company,
Rct. Timothy M. Nicol Jr., Platoon 3090, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, kicks during martial arts qualification Oct. 8, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. All recruits must earn a tan belt, the first l... More
Pfc. James E. Burris Jr., honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. James E. Burris Jr., honor graduate for Platoon 1012, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Feb. 12, 2016. Burris is from Hammond, La. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, preform squats during a phsycial training session Oct. 8, 2016, on Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. To ensure the safety of approximately 6,000 recru... More
Pfc. Jatyre Q. Epps, with Platoon 3094, Mike Company,
Pfc. Jatyre Q. Epps, with Platoon 3094, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned the company’s highest physical fitness and combat fitness score. Epps, a native of Rahway, N.J., earned a score of 60... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, wait for further instructions Oct. 6, 2016, on Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. Approximately 6,000 recruits in training evacuated to Albany, Ga., du... More
Drill instructors present each recruit with the Eagle,
Drill instructors present each recruit with the Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem at the conclusion of the Crucible, signifying the transformation of recruit into basic Marine. The emblem is earned only by those w... More
Rct. Skyler R. Marr, Platoon 1098, Alpha Company, 1st
Rct. Skyler R. Marr, Platoon 1098, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, shoots during marksmanship training Nov. 4, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Each recruit fires more than 300 rounds over five days.... More
Staff Sgt. Dustin S. Miller, a Parris Island drillmaster,
Staff Sgt. Dustin S. Miller, a Parris Island drillmaster, evaluates Platoon 1096, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, during a final drill evaluation Dec. 2, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Drillmasters... More
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, wait to be fitted for their Marine Corps uniforms Feb. 17, 2016. Before leaving training, each recruit will be issued every uniform they are expected to... More
Chris Dean, a photographer, takes the boot camp photo
Chris Dean, a photographer, takes the boot camp photo of Rct. Camryn T. McCurdie, Platoon 4038, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, Oct. 23, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. This photo is normally identi... More
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, rappel down the 47-foot rappel tower Feb. 9, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Rappel training simulates jumping from a helicopter or descending the side of... More
Pfc. Christian J. Bryant, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Christian J. Bryant, honor graduate for Platoon 1009, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Feb. 12, 2016. Bryant is from Clayton, N.C. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pfc. Nathan C. Greenwood, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Nathan C. Greenwood, honor graduate for Platoon 3052, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp July 8, 2016. Greenwood is from Hampton, N.J. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Recruits of Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, maneuver under concertina wire on a combat training course Sept. 22, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is part of Basic Warrior Training, which... More
Pfc. Ronald Lingashi, Platoon 2090, Echo Company, 2nd
Pfc. Ronald Lingashi, Platoon 2090, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Dec. 1, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge o... More
Pfc. Adedeji O. Adetunji, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Adedeji O. Adetunji, honor graduate for Platoon 2102, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Dec. 18, 2015. Adetunji is from Atlanta. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pfc. Jessica A. Hernandez, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Jessica A. Hernandez, honor graduate for Platoon 4039, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Nov. 20, 2015. Hernandez is from Fort Wayne, Ind. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pvt. Thutrang N. Tran, Platoon 4043, Papa Company,
Pvt. Thutrang N. Tran, Platoon 4043, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Dec. 1, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
The newest recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training
The newest recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, stand on the famous yellow footprints Sept. 14, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. If successful in training, these recruits will be transformed d... More
Rct. Joshua L. Ortiz, Platoon 1094, Delta Company,
Rct. Joshua L. Ortiz, Platoon 1094, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, practices swimming under the supervision of Sgt. Jeremy R. Perkins, a water survival instructor, Sept. 14, 2015, on Parris Isla... More
Laredo, Texas, native training at Parris Island to become U.S. Marine
Rct. Berenice Torres, an 18-year-old native of Laredo, Texas, is currently in training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title United States Marine. Torres is training w... More
Pfc. Emiliano Barra Gonzalez, Platoon 2028, Echo Company,
Pfc. Emiliano Barra Gonzalez, Platoon 2028, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship April 13, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate k... More
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, fire during combat marksmanship training Nov. 17, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits learn basic practical shooting concepts, such as engaging movin... More
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, spread out during a martial arts training session Aug. 25, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Keeping distance between recruits is one of many safety precaut... More
Recruits of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, signal to mark targets Oct. 7, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. A recruit signals to mark a target when it needs to be pulled down and scored. Delta Compan... More
Senior Drill Instructor Sgt. William J. Dorsky greets
Senior Drill Instructor Sgt. William J. Dorsky greets the newest recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Jan. 20, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. If successful in training, these recruits will b... More
Spectators of a Veterans Day ceremony at Beaufort National
Spectators of a Veterans Day ceremony at Beaufort National Cemetery, render honors to the national colors Nov. 11, 2015, in Beaufort, S.C. This ceremony honored the commitments and sacrifices that veterans have... More
U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Nicholas A. Lord, honor graduate
U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Nicholas A. Lord, honor graduate for Platoon 3065, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Sept. 15, 2017. Lord is from Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by U.S. Marine Co... More
Rct. Jacob T. Billock, Platoon 3002, India Company,
Rct. Jacob T. Billock, Platoon 3002, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, drinks water at the halfway point of a five-mile hike Nov. 7, 2015, on Parris Island S.C. This is one of seven hikes ranging f... More
Rct. Brennan P. Shafer, Platoon 2073, Golf Company,
Rct. Brennan P. Shafer, Platoon 2073, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, climbs a Confidence Course obstacle, Aug. 8, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Shafer, 22, from St. Clair, Mich., is scheduled to g... More
Recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, push through a 5-mile conditioning hike May 7, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. This is one of several hikes meant to prepare the recruits for the physical ... More
Recruits of Platoon 2098, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 2098, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, march during a final drill evaluation Dec. 9, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature of close-order drill reinforces d... More
The newest recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training
The newest recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, run to the iconic yellow footprints Feb. 23, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits learn from the moment they step on the yellow footprints th... More
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
Pfc. Artice D. Gordon Jr., honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Artice D. Gordon Jr., honor graduate for Platoon 2026, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp April 22, 2016. Gordon is from Cleveland. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, and Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, check their maps during a land navigation exercise Feb. 1, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits ventu... More
Rct. Genesis A. Dejesus, Platoon 4035, Oscar Company,
Rct. Genesis A. Dejesus, Platoon 4035, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, provides security during a combat training course Sept. 22, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is part of Basic Warrior... More
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, respond to commands during an incentive training session Oct. 20, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Incentive training is used to correct minor disciplinary... More
Pvt. Adepeju F. Ogundiran, Platoon 4013, Oscar Company,
Pvt. Adepeju F. Ogundiran, Platoon 4013, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship April 13, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate kno... More
Pfc. Ibn A. Alerou, Platoon 2082, Hotel Company, 2nd
Pfc. Ibn A. Alerou, Platoon 2082, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Nov. 3, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of... More
2 San Antonio natives follow brother’s footsteps in Marine Corps
From left, Miranda N. Knoch, Pfc. Erik J. Posada, Pfc. Richard A. Posada and Maria Posada reunite during family day July 28, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Brothers Erik Posada and Richard Posada make a total of ... More
Recruits of Platoon 4040, November Company, 4th Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 4040, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, march during close-order drill practice Nov. 17, 2015, on Parris Island, S.C. Close-order drill helps transform recruits into Marines ... More
Recruits of Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, and Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, unload gear and prepare to move to temporary housing Oct. 5, 2016, on Marine Corps Logistics Base A... More
Rct. Kimberly M. Crowner, right, and Rct. Lea Mikheyeva,
Rct. Kimberly M. Crowner, right, and Rct. Lea Mikheyeva, both with Platoon 4034, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, check their map during a land navigation exercise Sept. 21, 2015, on Parris Island... More
Pvt. Hunter D. Mayle, the Charlie Company, 1st Recruit
Pvt. Hunter D. Mayle, the Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, high shooter from Platoon 1008, scored 330 points out of 350 points. Mayle graduated boot camp Feb. 12, 2016, and is from Bruceton Mill... More
Rct. Frederick Perez, Platoon 3040, Lima Company, 3rd
Rct. Frederick Perez, Platoon 3040, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, jumps from a tower, simulating a ship evacuation, April 17, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. Swim instructors teach recruits water s... More
Rct. Daquan V. Hye, Platoon 1025, Alpha Company, 1st
Rct. Daquan V. Hye, Platoon 1025, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, clears his gas mask Feb. 23, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Hye, 21, from Oceanside, Calif., is scheduled to graduate April 15, 201... More
Pfc. Hayden T. Boyles, honor graduate for Platoon 1076,
Pfc. Hayden T. Boyles, honor graduate for Platoon 1076, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Sept. 18, 2015. Boyles is from Greenbrier, Tenn. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)
Pfc. Oscar R. Neuville Sperandio, Platoon 2094, Echo
Pfc. Oscar R. Neuville Sperandio, Platoon 2094, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Dec. 1, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate... More
Drill Instructor Sgt. Neal E. Alford, Platoon 3048,
Drill Instructor Sgt. Neal E. Alford, Platoon 3048, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, evaluates a recruit of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, during an inspection May 7, 2016, on Parris... More
Rct. Esther D. Esparza, Platoon 4007, Oscar Company,
Rct. Esther D. Esparza, Platoon 4007, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, participates in a group discussion during the Crucible Feb. 13, 2017., on Parris Island, S.C. The Crucible, recruit training’... More