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Rilfe issue instills responsibility early in training April 25, 2013 — Throughout history, Marines have been known to possess a one shot, one kill mindset that allows them to manipulate a rifle to deliver accurate shots with desired results. This state of mind and skill begins when a recruit is first introduced to his rifle in recruit training. Recruits of Company K, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, went through MORE

Oregon native pushes through tragedy, becomes Marine April 25, 2013 — Young men and women from different walks of life go to recruit training with one common goal–to become a U.S. Marine. During their 12-week journey, recruits are expected to focus all their physical and mental strength on training to earn their Eagle, Globe and Anchor. That was the case for Pvt. Jeremy Starner, Platoon 2103, Company E, 2nd MORE

Corps' martial arts program lays foundation for combat April 25, 2013 — The Marine Corps is known as the nation’s 9-1-1 force which is why Marines must be always ready to adapt and overcome in any situation. During recruit training, recruits are exposed to many mental and physical challenges that will help prepare them for future experiences they may encounter in the Marine Corps. Drill instructors work MORE

Quarter-mile sprints build recruit fitness April 25, 2013 — Recruits of Company C, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, took part in the first of many physical training sessions, quarter-mile sprints, aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego April 16. “We’re basically introducing (recruits) to physical training and getting them used to it, building them up,” explained Sgt. Dustin Martin, drill MORE

Interior Guard training develops alertness, high levels of readiness April 25, 2013 — Recruit training introduces numerous topics, which recruits must master in order to graduate recruit training. Though all subjects are important, few exercises put the lives of an entire platoon or more in the hands of approximately 2 recruits. Interior guard is one of the vital responsibilities Marines assume throughout their career. Training MORE

Company E reviews combat first aid care April 25, 2013 — Recruits received hands-on training to help prepare them for an upcoming test on first aid knowledge aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego April 8th. “Up, down, left, right, all clear! Are you alright? Are you ok?” shouted a recruit of Company E, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion. He cleared the area and laid down next to a simulated MORE

Drill instructors evaluate fitness levels April 18, 2013 — During recruit training, recruits are driven by motivation from their drill instructors and by spending countless hours working on exercises including push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups and running. Recruit training requires recruits to exert their physical abilities and give maximum effort to improve upon them. Physical fitness is a fundamental aspect in MORE

Co. A recruits stand firm in chaos of inspection April 18, 2013 — Yelling, screaming, and chaos are all things a Marine may find in battle. In order for someone to be able to effectively fight in that type of environment, they must train in such environment. Marine Corps recruit training combines all of these elements to produce Marines who are ready for any battle at any time. Drill instructors constantly MORE

Swim training emphasizes amphibious side of Corps April 18, 2013 — Recruits of different ages, experience levels and walks of life, arrive at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego with one thing in common; a dream to become a United States Marine. While they have one common desire, not all recruits come to recruit training knowing how to swim. It is the mission of the water survival instructors of MORE

Leader of family becomes leader of Marines April 18, 2013 — The Marine Corps is built around strong leaders, who are willing to take charge, take initiative and be responsible for the lives of other men and women. This can be a daunting task with many obstacles that few can overcome. Drill instructors at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego are constantly looking for one recruit who can step up and lead MORE

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