Rct. Tylore T. Jones, Platoon 3080, Lima Company, 3rd
Rct. Tylore T. Jones, Platoon 3080, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, stands at attention while his cover is adjusted Aug. 31, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. This photo is normally identified as a Mar... More
Rct. Bryan A. Franco, Platoon 3081, Lima Company, 3rd
Rct. Bryan A. Franco, Platoon 3081, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, stands at attention while his cover is cleaned Aug. 31, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. This photo is normally identified as a Mari... More
Rct. Kaylee A. Phillips, a 17-year-old native of Cumming,
Rct. Kaylee A. Phillips, a 17-year-old native of Cumming, Ga., is currently in training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title United States Marine. Phillips is trainin... More
Rct. James A. Pindell III, Platoon 1078, Charlie Company,
Rct. James A. Pindell III, Platoon 1078, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, receives a uniform shirt Aug. 17, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Pindell, 18, from Columbia, Md., is scheduled to graduate... More
Pvt. Raphael R. Villela, Platoon 1042, Charlie Company,
Pvt. Raphael R. Villela, Platoon 1042, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship June 16, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate know... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, maneuver through an obstacle course Sept. 26, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is one of many physical training tools used to help Marine recruit... More
Rct. Nicholas L. Kaufman, Platoon 3082, Lima Company,
Rct. Nicholas L. Kaufman, Platoon 3082, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, stands at attention while his cover is adjusted Aug. 31, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. This photo is normally identified as a... More
Pfc. Hector O. Cardenas, Platoon 1034, Bravo Company,
Pfc. Hector O. Cardenas, Platoon 1034, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship May 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowled... More
Recruits of Platoon 1058, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 1058, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, perform a close-order drill movement June 20, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature of close-order drill reinforces ... More
Pfc. Darnell M. Taylor, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Darnell M. Taylor, honor graduate for Platoon 1070, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Sept. 9, 2016. Taylor is from Perry, Ga. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Jennifer L. Miehle,
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Jennifer L. Miehle, Platoon 4035, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, leads her recruits in a guided discussion about the importance of integrity July 17, 2016, on P... More
Pfc. Roren G. Aitcheson, Platoon 1038, Bravo Company,
Pfc. Roren G. Aitcheson, Platoon 1038, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship May 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowled... More
Recruit Lully L. Dominguez, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company,
Recruit Lully L. Dominguez, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, repeats the oath of enlistment Sept. 10, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Repeating the oath is a custom that reaffirms commi... More
Recruits of Platoon 4035, Papa Company, 4th Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 4035, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, listen to their senior drill instructor during a guided discussion July 17, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt... More
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Andrew Barrett,
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Andrew Barrett, Platoon 1054, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, gives a command July 13, 2016, during a final drill evaluation on Parris Island, S.C. Barrett, 27,... More
Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. William J. Scott, Alpha
Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. William J. Scott, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, encourages recruits to move faster on a combat training course July 19, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Scott, 27, is fr... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, climb a rope Sept. 26, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The rope climb, a part of the obstacle course, is one of many physical training tools used to help r... More
Pfc. Johan Lopez-Cabrera, Platoon 3058, Mike Company,
Pfc. Johan Lopez-Cabrera, Platoon 3058, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. Citizenship Aug. 4, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowled... More
Pfc. Jheremy Delapazking, Platoon 2068, Fox Company,
Pfc. Jheremy Delapazking, Platoon 2068, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowle... More
Cpl. Hayden P. Price, a marksmanship coach with Weapons
Cpl. Hayden P. Price, a marksmanship coach with Weapons and Field Training Battalion, scores a target for Rct. Dean A. Romero, Platoon 2033, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, April 28, 2016, on Parri... More
A recruit of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
A recruit of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, leaps into the water during water survival training June 13, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits are required to prove their abilities to survive in... More
Recruits of Platoon 4025, Papa Company, 4th Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 4025, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, wait for their next command July 13, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Drillmasters, experts on the Marine Corps Drill and Ceremonies Manual, g... More
Rct. Stanley A. Gelin, Platoon 2094, Echo Company,
Rct. Stanley A. Gelin, Platoon 2094, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, climbs a rope Sept. 26, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Gelin, 18, from Stoughton, Mass., is scheduled to graduate Dec. 2, 2016. P... More
Pvt. Marisa A. Aldrete, the Oscar Company high shooter
Pvt. Marisa A. Aldrete, the Oscar Company high shooter from Platoon 4033, scored 334 out of 350 points. Aldrete graduated boot camp Aug. 16, 2016, and is from Cody, Wyo. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Rct. Gabriel A. Suarez, Platoon 3102, India Company,
Rct. Gabriel A. Suarez, Platoon 3102, India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, reports he is present prior to loading a bus as part of the last group to be evacuated Oct. 6, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. T... More
Pfc. Isaiah R. Ostrum, honor graduate for Platoon 2066,
Pfc. Isaiah R. Ostrum, honor graduate for Platoon 2066, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Aug. 16, 2016. Ostrum is from Virginia Beach, Va. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
From left, Pvt. Lourdes B. Santiago, Platoon 4035,
From left, Pvt. Lourdes B. Santiago, Platoon 4035, Pvt. Marian G. Escobedo Villanueva, Platoon 4035, Pfc. Perla M. Leon Martinez, Platoon 4035, Pfc. Xiaolu Wang, 4035, Pfc. Amanda H. Issa, Platoon 4034, and Pvt... More
Pfc. Chuelmin Lim, Platoon 3076, left, and Pvt. Mario
Pfc. Chuelmin Lim, Platoon 3076, left, and Pvt. Mario D. Morales Tobar, Platoon 3078, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning ... More
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, prepare to shed gear underwater during basic water survival training, June 13, 2016. Water survival qualification, one of seven graduation requirements... More
Pfc. Karen M. Ross, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th
Pfc. Karen M. Ross, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Sgt. Luis G. Alvarado, a primary marksmanship instructor
Sgt. Luis G. Alvarado, a primary marksmanship instructor with Weapons and Field Training Battalion, adjusts the position of Rct. Victoria D. Rincones, Platoon 4013, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion... More
Rct. Nathan T. Fitts, fires during combat marksmanship
Rct. Nathan T. Fitts, fires during combat marksmanship training April 28, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Fitts, 20, from Pontotoc, Miss., is scheduled to graduate May 20, 2016. Parris Island has been the site of ... More
Pfc. Xiaolu Wang, 4035, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training
Pfc. Xiaolu Wang, 4035, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of the Engl... More
Earning the title Marine can also help non-U.S. citizens
Earning the title Marine can also help non-U.S. citizens earn the rights and privileges of citizenship. This week, 12 new Marines took the Oath of Allegiance and became naturalized U.S. citizens. “United States... More
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, and November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, prepare to climb over a wall during Aug. 9, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits work in teams ... More
Rct. Dante Richardson, Platoon 2032, Fox Company, 2nd
Rct. Dante Richardson, Platoon 2032, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, fires during combat marksmanship training April 28, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Richardson, 20, from Baltimore, is scheduled to... More
Pvt. Alberto Portillo Baires, Platoon 1044, Charlie
Pvt. Alberto Portillo Baires, Platoon 1044, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship June 16, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate... More
Sgt. Robert D. Redman, a primary marksmanship instructor
Sgt. Robert D. Redman, a primary marksmanship instructor with Weapons and Field Training Battalion, adjusts the position of a recruit during marksmanship training March 1, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Marksmans... More
Recruits of Platoon 1049, Delta Company, 1st Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 1049, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, march July 13, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature of close-order drill reinforces discipline and precision and fo... More
Pfc. Jhon J. Galindo Ruiz, Platoon 3073, Kilo Company,
Pfc. Jhon J. Galindo Ruiz, Platoon 3073, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate know... More
Staff Sgt. Elton M. Langlais, a water survival instructor
Staff Sgt. Elton M. Langlais, a water survival instructor with Support Battalion, watches as recruits of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, float during water survival qualification July 12, 2016, o... More
Pfc. Karen M. Ross, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th
Pfc. Karen M. Ross, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Pfc. Jim Beaubrun, Platoon 3056, Mike Company, 3rd
Pfc. Jim Beaubrun, Platoon 3056, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. Citizenship Aug. 4, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of t... More
Rct. Jaquelaine Amacosta, Platoon 4039, November Company,
Rct. Jaquelaine Amacosta, Platoon 4039, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion loads gear Oct. 5, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Amacosta, 18, is from Law Mirada, Calif. Approximately 6,000 recruits in ... More
Rct. John A. Robitschek, Platoon 3080, Lima Company,
Rct. John A. Robitschek, Platoon 3080, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, poses for his first official photo Aug. 31, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. This photo is normally identified as a Marine’s firs... More
Recruits of Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, answer a question during the initial written test Aug. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The test randomizes 100 questions on subjects varying from co... More
Rct. Dominic A. Laino, Platoon 1057, Alpha Company,
Rct. Dominic A. Laino, Platoon 1057, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, practices the prone position June 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits spend a week practicing marksmanship fundamentals ... More
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, and November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, crawl under concertina wire Aug. 9, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits work in teams to maneuv... More
Pfc. Alejandro Betancourth Velazquez, honor graduate
Pfc. Alejandro Betancourth Velazquez, honor graduate for Platoon 1078, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Oct. 5, 2016. Betancourth Velazquez is from Tampa, Fla. (Photos by Lan... More
A button molded with the Marine Corps’ original emblem
A button molded with the Marine Corps’ original emblem of the eagle and anchor and 13 stars across the top holds the front of the Marine dress blue coat together. The eagle and anchor on the button represent th... More
An instructor with Support Battalion watches carefully
An instructor with Support Battalion watches carefully as a recruit of Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, floats during water survival qualification July 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits mu... More
Pvt. Cesar A. Arce Morera, Platoon 3077, Kilo Company,
Pvt. Cesar A. Arce Morera, Platoon 3077, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate know... More
Recruits of Platoon 1057, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 1057, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, perform a close-order drill movement June 20, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature of close-order drill reinforces ... More
Rct. Eddie J. Cleave Jr., Platoon 3082, Lima Company,
Rct. Eddie J. Cleave Jr., Platoon 3082, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, straightens a fellow recruit’s uniform before a photo is taken Aug. 31, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. This photo is normally ... More
Pfc. Amanda H. Issa embraces her mother Sept. 29, 2016,
Pfc. Amanda H. Issa embraces her mother Sept. 29, 2016, after a naturalization ceremony on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of the English language and Ameri... More
Rct. John L. Landrum, Platoon 2085, Hotel Company,
Rct. John L. Landrum, Platoon 2085, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, does toe-touch crunches Aug. 25, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits do various exercises meant to strengthen the main muscle... More
Cpl. Ryan P. Dole, a primary marksmanship instructor
Cpl. Ryan P. Dole, a primary marksmanship instructor with Weapons and Field Training Battalion, explains what a shot grouping is to recruits of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, June 29, 2016, on P... More
Sgt. Jonathan R. Elliot and Staff Sgt. Wladimir Jean
Sgt. Jonathan R. Elliot and Staff Sgt. Wladimir Jean Louis, both from the Facilities Maintenance Division discuss the best way to clear out a fallen tree caused by Hurricane Matthew Oct. 9, 2016, on Parris Isla... More
Drill Instructor Sgt. Gerardo A. Laurido Jr., Platoon
Drill Instructor Sgt. Gerardo A. Laurido Jr., Platoon 2085, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, encourages a recruit to move faster Aug. 25, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Laurido, 25, is from Lake Wal... More
Pfc. Alexis Peterson, Platoon 4027, Oscar Company,
Pfc. Alexis Peterson, Platoon 4027, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. Citizenship Aug. 4, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Pfc. Sebastian Orobio, Platoon 2066, Fox Company, 2nd
Pfc. Sebastian Orobio, Platoon 2066, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge... More
From left: Pvt. Misael J. Mendoza, Pvt. Mukhammand
From left: Pvt. Misael J. Mendoza, Pvt. Mukhammand A. Ergeshboev, Pfc. Jhon J. Galindo Ruiz, Pvt. Sergio A. Martinez, Pvt. Jovaun D. Jackson and Pvt. Fabio D. Bandarra, all of Platoon 3073, Kilo Company, 3rd Re... More
Pvt. Tausif Kamal, left, and Pfc. Zhiyuan Piao, Platoon
Pvt. Tausif Kamal, left, and Pfc. Zhiyuan Piao, Platoon 3074, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants... More
Pfc. Scarlet D. Vallejopeguero, Platoon 4032, Oscar
Pfc. Scarlet D. Vallejopeguero, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrat... More
Pfc. Zhiyuan Piao, Platoon 3074, Kilo Company, 3rd
Pfc. Zhiyuan Piao, Platoon 3074, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of... More
Pfc. Selvin Y. Rivera Vasquez, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Selvin Y. Rivera Vasquez, honor graduate for Platoon 2069, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Aug. 16, 2016. Rivera Vasquez is from Glen Cove, N.Y. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Rct. Victoria N. Schweitzer, Platoon 4031, November
Rct. Victoria N. Schweitzer, Platoon 4031, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, clears a culvert Aug. 9, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Schweitzer, 18, is from Phoenix and is scheduled to graduate Se... More
Pfc. Collin P. Derboghossain, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Collin P. Derboghossain, honor graduate for Platoon 1076, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Oct. 5, 2016. Derboghossain is from Schenectady, N.Y. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Ca... More
Pfc. Maksym Cherniatynskyi, Platoon 3060, Mike Company,
Pfc. Maksym Cherniatynskyi, Platoon 3060, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. Citizenship Aug. 4, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowl... More
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Devin C. Root, Platoon
Senior Drill Instructor Staff Sgt. Devin C. Root, Platoon 1050, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, yells a command July 13, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Root, 26, is from Kansas City, Kan. Delta Com... More
A drill instructor presents an Eagle, Globe and Anchor
A drill instructor presents an Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem to a new Marine during an emblem ceremony Sept. 10, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits earn the title Marine and the coveted Eagle, Globe and Anc... More
Pfc. Danny P. McDonald, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Danny P. McDonald, honor graduate for Platoon 1065, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Sept. 9, 2016. McDonald is from Hampstead, N.C. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Pfc. Mulner Gontrant, Platoon 1034, Bravo Company,
Pfc. Mulner Gontrant, Platoon 1034, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship May 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Pfc. Coleenedea B. Bullecer, Platoon 4016, November
Pfc. Coleenedea B. Bullecer, Platoon 4016, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship May 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate ... More
Pfc. Aafia Akther, Platoon 4020, Papa Company, 4th
Pfc. Aafia Akther, Platoon 4020, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship June 16, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of ... More
Pfc. Lizeth Ramos Ortiz, Platoon 4033, Oscar Company,
Pfc. Lizeth Ramos Ortiz, Platoon 4033, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowl... More
Pfc. Taylor M. Terrell, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Taylor M. Terrell, honor graduate for Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Aug. 16, 2016. Terrell is from Round Hill, Va. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony tour comes to Parris Island
Marines with the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps play during a performance March 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marines played a variety of modern and traditional music before an audience of more than 1,... More
Pvt. Jonathen R. Cordle, with Platoon 1065, Bravo Company,
Pvt. Jonathen R. Cordle, with Platoon 1065, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned the company's highest physical fitness and combat fitness score. Cordle, a native of Fort Myers, Fla., earned a ... More
Rct. Taylor L. Demusis, Platoon 4036, Oscar Company,
Rct. Taylor L. Demusis, Platoon 4036, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, climbs a Confidence Course obstacle, Aug. 10, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Demusis, 19, from Durham, Conn., is scheduled to g... More
Pfc. Francisco D. Darna, Platoon 1032, Bravo Company,
Pfc. Francisco D. Darna, Platoon 1032, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship May 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowled... More
Pvt. Nelfi Tineo Ferreiras, Platoon 4017, November
Pvt. Nelfi Tineo Ferreiras, Platoon 4017, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship May 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate k... More
Lance Cpl. Morgan C. Fraser and Lance Cpl. Gabrielle
Lance Cpl. Morgan C. Fraser and Lance Cpl. Gabrielle K. Dancy, both from the Facilities Maintenance Division, clear a fallen tree caused by Hurricane Matthew Oct. 9, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Fraser, 19, is ... More
Sgt. Brandon D. Schramm, a water survival instructor
Sgt. Brandon D. Schramm, a water survival instructor with Support Battalion, imitates compressions during a rescue drill on June 13, 2016. Water survival instructors, like Schramm, 27, from Douglas, Ga., are in... More
Marines from the Facilities Maintenance Division prepare
Marines from the Facilities Maintenance Division prepare to load debris caused by Hurricane Matthew Oct. 9, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. FMD provides technical direction, staff cognizance, emergency support and... More
Pvt. Makentosh Emile, Platoon 2068, Fox Company, 2nd
Pvt. Makentosh Emile, Platoon 2068, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Pvt. Luis D. Ojeda Gonzalez, Platoon 2065, Fox Company,
Pvt. Luis D. Ojeda Gonzalez, Platoon 2065, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate kno... More
Pfc. Jeanpierre Riosjanne, Platoon 3060, Mike Company,
Pfc. Jeanpierre Riosjanne, Platoon 3060, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. Citizenship Aug. 4, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowle... More
Pvt. Tausif Kamal, Platoon 3074, Kilo Company, 3rd
Pvt. Tausif Kamal, Platoon 3074, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of... More
Pfc. Francisco D. Darna, Platoon 1032, Bravo Company,
Pfc. Francisco D. Darna, Platoon 1032, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship May 12, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowled... More
Pfc. Taylor M. Terrell, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Taylor M. Terrell, honor graduate for Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Aug. 16, 2016. Terrell is from Round Hill, Va. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Pfc. Brandon D. Dwinger, left, and Pvt. Jose A. Perez
Pfc. Brandon D. Dwinger, left, and Pvt. Jose A. Perez Ortiz, Platoon 3072, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 29, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship... More
Pfc. Christopher S. Corbin, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Christopher S. Corbin, honor graduate for Platoon 2065, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Aug. 16, 2016. Corbin is from Xenia, Ohio (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Pfc. Stanley Altidor, Platoon 2070, Fox Company, 2nd
Pfc. Stanley Altidor, Platoon 2070, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More
Recruits of Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, wait to board buses to evacuate Oct. 5, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Approximately 6,000 recruits in training evacuated to Marine Corps Logistics Base A... More
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, wait to load buses Oct. 6, 2016 on Parris Island, S.C. To ensure the safety of approximately 6,000 recruits in training, Recruit Training Regiment evac... More
Pfc. Joshua I. Christmas, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Joshua I. Christmas, honor graduate for Platoon 1073, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Oct. 5, 2016. Christmas is from Richmond, Va. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)
Recruits of Platoon 1058, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 1058, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, perform a close-order drill movement June 20, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature of close-order drill reinforces ... More
Pfc. Zhongde Li, Platoon 2070, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit
Pfc. Zhongde Li, Platoon 2070, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of th... More
Pfc. Stanley Altidor, Platoon 2070, Fox Company, 2nd
Pfc. Stanley Altidor, Platoon 2070, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 15, 2016, on Parris Island, S.C. Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge ... More