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Marine Week Chicago 2025: Lance Cpl. Ty Stone
Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego
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Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Jonathan Uribe with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, is given an initial haircut during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Torri Hill with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, participates in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Briana Lomeli, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, inspects the personal belongings of recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jeremiah Harrington, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, briefs recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion are given instructions during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion are given instructions during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion are briefed during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Reginald Seabrook, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, observes recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion are directed off a bus during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion wait to be briefed during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Briana Lomeli, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, poses for a photo during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Briana Lomeli, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion are given a brief during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jeremiah Harrington, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, briefs recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Kassidy Burdette with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, stands at attention during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Fox Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion are given instructions during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 7, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marines assigned to the Recruit Training Regiment Color Guard, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, present the colors during a morning colors ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. The morning colors ceremony is conducted to formally raise our nation’s flag and provide a brief moment to reflect on its meaning. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region play music during a morning colors ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. The morning colors ceremony is conducted to formally raise our nation’s flag and provide a brief moment to reflect on its meaning. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region, march and play music during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
The staff of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
Family and guests of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, stand for the national anthem during a morning colors ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. The morning colors ceremony is conducted to formally raise our nation’s flag and provide a brief moment to reflect on its meaning. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
A U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, marches her platoon during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marines with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Nicholas Padilla, senior drill instructor, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, marches his platoon during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Luis Ortega, left, command senior enlisted leader, Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, and Sgt. Maj. Rupert Palmer, right, sergeant major, Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, salute the colors during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Luis Ortega, command senior enlisted leader, Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Installations West, salute the new Marines of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
A U.S. Marine with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, embraces a member of his family after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marines with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, rush to embrace their families after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Lima Company Morning Colors Ceremony and Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Armando Vasquez, the company honor graduate for Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, receives the Chesty Puller award for outstanding performance throughout recruit training, during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 27, 2025. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Levi Konija, a Marine Corps instructor of water survival, gives a period of instruction to recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, during a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, listen to a period of instruction prior to a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, execute the tower jump portion of a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit James Chiarito, center, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, waits to execute the tower jump portion of a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jonathan Faustino, a Marine Corps instructor of water survival, gives instruction to recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, during a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, wait in line during a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, executes the 25-meter pack swim portion of a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Maddox Waller-Brenneke, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, treads water during the four-minute tread portion of a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Alpha Company Swim Qualification
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Tyler Lee, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, executes the gear shed portion of a swim qualification event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 25, 2025. The basic swim qualification consists of a 25-meter swim, 15-foot tower jump into the water, four-minute tread, 25-meter pack swim, and an underwater shedding of gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion are given a brief during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion are given instructions during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jordy Montelongo, center, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Reginald Seabrook, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, observes recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion are given a brief during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Reginald Seabrook, left, and Sgt. Emmanuel Medina, both drill instructors with Receiving Company, Support Battalion direct recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion off a bus during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Deon Miller with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion makes a scripted phone call home during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
Charlie Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion make scripted phone calls home during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 16, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and are issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)

 

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