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U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Manuel Maciel, left, a clothing and supply clerk with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, measures recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, for uniform items during a receiving event at MCRD San Diego, California, July 14, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Service Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 14, 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. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua Brown, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, inspects the personal belongings of recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 14, 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. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion are given a brief during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 14, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Service Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Robert Serrano with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, receives a haircut during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 28, 2025. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Service Organizations for accountability, bussed to the Depot, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Briana Lomeli, left, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 14, 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. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 14, 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. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 14, 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. Angie Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Kyle Clinkenbeard with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, is congratulated by his father after an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps Pvt. Ethaneal Hernandez with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, is congratulated by his father after an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps Pvt. Ethaneal Hernandez with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, is congratulated by his father after an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Sgt. Thomas Brady, left, the company first sergeant for Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, dismisses the company after an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Sgt. Thomas Brady, the company first sergeant for Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, addresses the new Marines after an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marines with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, pose for a photo after an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, pose for a photo after an C ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Amanda Rodrigues, left, and Sgt. Tamera Frias, the first female drill instructors with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, pose for a photo after an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 23, 2025. The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony was the final event of the crucible and represents the transformation of recruit to United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, prepare to retire the guidons as part of a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 18, 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 Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)
U.S. Marines with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion march during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 18, 2025. This ceremony marked the end of a 13-week transformation that included training in drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)
U.S. Marine with Marine Band San Diego, Headquarters and Service Battalion, execute the eyes right movement during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 18, 2025. This ceremony marked the end of a 13-week transformation that included training in drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, gives a speech during a morning colors ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, July 18, 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 Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, left, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, and Sgt. Maj. Rupert Palmer, right, the sergeant major of Recruit Training Regiment, MCRD San Diego, render a salute during a morning colors ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, July 18, 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 Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, left, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, and Sgt. Maj. Rupert Palmer, right, the sergeant major of Recruit Training Regiment, MCRD San Diego, stand at attention during a morning colors ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, July 18, 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 Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)
U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, perform during a morning colors ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 18, 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 Lance Cpl. Angie N. Palomino)
Members of the California legislative body meet with leaders from across Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego to learn more about Depot operations, recruit training and the recruiting mission of the Western Recruiting Region at MCRD San Diego, California, June 18, 2025. MCRD San Diego and WRR Leaders provided briefs focused on the recruiting process, boot camp phases, community partnerships in San Diego, and ongoing base construction projects. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Oneg Plisner)
Marine Corps Band San Diego performs during morning colors for families and special guests, including members of the California legislative body, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 18, 2025. California's legislative leaders joined MCRD Marines and representatives to engage in a dialogue about the mission of the Depot and Western Recruiting Region, as well as the military's contribution to national security. The discussion also highlighted the significant impact of service members, civilians, and veterans on California's economy and communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Oneg Plisner)
Members of the California legislative body pose for a photo with U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, at MCRD San Diego, California, June 18, 2025. California's legislative leaders joined MCRD Marines and representatives to engage in a dialogue about the mission of the Depot and Western Recruiting Region, as well as the military's contribution to national security. The discussion also highlighted the significant impact of service members, civilians, and veterans on California's economy and communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Oneg Plisner)
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, right, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks with members of the California legislative body at MCRD San Diego, California, June 18, 2025. California's legislative leaders joined MCRD Marines and representatives to engage in a dialogue about the mission of the Depot and Western Recruiting Region, as well as the military's contribution to national security. The discussion also highlighted the significant impact of service members, civilians, and veterans on California's economy and communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Oneg Plisner)
Members of the California legislative body render honors during the United States National Anthem at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, June 18, 2025. California's legislative leaders joined MCRD Marines and representatives to engage in a dialogue about the mission of the Depot and Western Recruiting Region, as well as the military's contribution to national security. The discussion also highlighted the significant impact of service members, civilians, and veterans on California's economy and communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Oneg Plisner)
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, thanks U.S. Army Maj. John Spangler, the Deputy Secretary for Legislation and Government Relations at the California Department of Veterans Affairs, for his service as a U.S. Army Soldier and U.S. Marine at MCRD San Diego, California. California's legislative leaders joined MCRD Marines and representatives to engage in a dialogue about the mission of the Depot and Western Recruiting Region, as well as the military's contribution to national security. The discussion also highlighted the significant impact of service members, civilians, and veterans on California's economy and communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Oneg Plisner)
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Payton Bauserman, senior drill instructor, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, dismisses his platoon after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 2025. This ceremony marked the end of a 13-week transformation that included training in drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, receive awards during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 2025. This ceremony marked the end of a 13-week transformation that included training in drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion march to retire the guidon during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit San Diego, California, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua Robinson, senior drill instructor, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, marches his platoon during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 2025. This ceremony marked the end of a 13-week transformation that included training in drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Natalie M. Lamb, commanding officer, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, gives a speech during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, commanding general, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, gives a speech during a morning colors ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
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, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
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, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
A U.S. Marine with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, embraces a member of his family after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 11, 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 Lance Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, conduct an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, stand in formation prior to an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, change their socks during an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Isabella Moen with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, changes her socks during an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Harris Lacanilao, drill instructor, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, instructs recruits during an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, conduct an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, conducts an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, conduct an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, conduct an eight-kilometer hike at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2025. During training, recruits complete a series of progressively longer hikes to build physical and mental endurance, preparing them for future combat operations as part of the nation’s force in readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexandra M. Earl)

 

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