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Crucible
April 5, 2018 | 3:55
The Crucible is a 54-hour culminating event recruits must go through to earn
the title of United States Marine while training at Marine Corps Recruit
Depot San Diego. This event consists of several team-building activities and
allows recruits to take on leadership roles by being the squad leaders of
the challenge

The Crucible is a 54-hour culminating event recruits must go through to earn
the title of United States Marine while training at Marine Corps Recruit
Depot San Diego. This event consists of several team-building activities and
allows recruits to take on leadership roles by being the squad leaders of
the challenge

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MCRD San Diego India Company Graduation

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Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
Educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California make their phone call home as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
Educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California make their phone call home as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
Educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California receive a brief on contraband as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Michael Ocampo, a drill instructor with Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, gives a brief to educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Marcus Redd, a drill instructor with Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, instructs educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Marcus Redd, a drill instructor with Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, prepares to welcome educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
Educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California receive a brief on contraband as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
Educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California prepare to enter a building as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Educators and Community Influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California visit MCRD San Diego
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Marcus Redd, a drill instructor with Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, gives a brief to educators and community influencers from across Washington, Oregon and California as part of a mock receiving event during an educators’ workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 28, 2026. From May to July 2026, MCRD San Diego/Western Recruiting Region will host six educators' workshops to provide educators and community influencers with first-hand knowledge of the Marine Corps recruit training process, entry level training, job opportunities, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marines assigned to the Recruit Training Regiment Color Guard, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego March off the colors during Delta Company’s graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Kaleb Koutz, center, chaplain, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, delivers the invocation during Delta Company’s graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Kabiru Labaran, left, sergeant major of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region and Sgt. Maj. Rodney Nevinger, command senior enlisted leader, Command Element, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, render a salute during Delta Company’s graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Natalie Lamb, commanding officer, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, gives a speech during Delta Company’s graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marines with Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion participate in a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
An Expert Rifle Marksmanship Badge is worn on a U.S. Marine’s uniform with Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marines with Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, prepare to return their guidons during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Delta Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marines with Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug 7, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marines assigned to the Recruit Training Regiment Color Guard, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego march on the colors during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Navy Lt. Kai Chur, center, a chaplain with 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, Recruiting Training Regiment, addresses the new Marines of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Genaro Sepulveda, a combat graphics specialist and mascot handler with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, and Lance Cpl. Bruno, the MCRD San Diego and Western Recruiting Region mascot, march during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marines assigned to the Recruit Training Regiment Color Guard, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego present the colors during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marines assigned to the Recruit Training Regiment Color Guard, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego march off the colors during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
A U.S. Marine salutes the colors during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
A U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion stands in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
260731-M-TC185-1174 U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Andavante Bussey, with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, stands in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Andavante Bussey, with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, stands in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Tracy Maese, left, commanding officer of Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, and Col. Craig Clarkson, program manager overmatch with Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity, Camp Pendleton, observe a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
India Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, march during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 31, 2026. 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. Rihanna Bryant)
Lima Company Receiving
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion receives a haircut during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Marcelino Garcia, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs a recruit with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion exit a bus during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dominic Padilla, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, gives a brief to recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Megan Smith, 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 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dominic Padilla, 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 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Cruise Rosalles with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion receives a haircut during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Cruise Rosalles with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion makes a scripted phone call home during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Marcelino Garcia, drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs a recruit with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 27, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are inspected for contraband, make scripted phone calls home and receive haircuts to mark the beginning of the 13-week transformation to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Mike Company Combat Fitness Test
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors and recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion conduct an 880-yard movement to contact event during a Combat Fitness Test at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2026. The CFT measures the individual Marine's combat readiness and overall performance under high-intensity combat-related tasks through three events: movement to contact, ammunition can lift and the maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Mike Company Combat Fitness Test
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Lindsay McGuire with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion prepares to conduct the maneuver under fire during a Combat Fitness Test at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2026. The CFT measures the individual Marine's combat readiness and overall performance under high-intensity combat-related tasks through three events: movement to contact, ammunition can lift and the maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Mike Company Combat Fitness Test
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Sgt. Brandon Hund, the company first sergeant of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, proctors recruits for the maneuver under fire event during a Combat Fitness Test at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2026. The CFT measures the individual Marine's combat readiness and overall performance under high-intensity combat-related tasks through three events: movement to contact, ammunition can lift and the maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Mike Company Combat Fitness Test
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion lifts an ammunition can during a Combat Fitness Test at Marine Corps base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2026. The CFT measures the individual Marine's combat readiness and overall performance under high-intensity combat-related tasks through three events: movement to contact, ammunition can lift and the maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Mike Company Combat Fitness Test
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jose Salazar, a drill instructor with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, instructs recruits during a Combat Fitness Test at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2026. The CFT measures the individual Marine's combat readiness and overall performance under high- intensity combat related tasks through three events: movement to contact, ammunition can lift and the maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Mike Company Combat Fitness Test
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Alejandro Quintero Jr., a drill instructor with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, instructs recruits during a Combat Fitness Test at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2026. The CFT measures the individual Marine's combat readiness and overall performance under high-intensity combat-related tasks through three events: movement to contact, ammunition can lift and the maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
Mike Company Combat Fitness Test
A U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor and recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion conduct an 880-yard movement to contact event during a Combat Fitness Test at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 15, 2026. The CFT assesses a Marine's ability to perform high-intensity combat-related tasks and consists of three events: movement to contact, ammunition can lift and the maneuver under fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madeline Zane)
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty
U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region perform during a morning colors ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 17, 2026. The morning colors ceremony is conducted to formally raise our nation’s flag and provide a moment to reflect on its meaning. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty)
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty
U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Headquarters and Service Battalion perform during a morning colors ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 17, 2026. The morning colors ceremony is conducted to formally raise our nation’s flag and provide a moment to reflect on its meaning. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty)
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty
A U.S. Marine with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion is greeted by a guest after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 17, 2026. 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 Cpl. Evelyn Doherty)
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Genaro Sepulveda, left, a combat graphics specialist and mascot handler with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, and Lance Cpl. Bruno, the MCRD San Diego and Western Recruiting Region mascot, salute the commanding officer during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 17, 2026. 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 Cpl. Evelyn Doherty)
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty
U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region present the colors during a morning colors ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, July 17, 2026. The morning colors ceremony is conducted to formally raise our nation’s flag and provide a moment to reflect on its meaning. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Evelyn Doherty)

 

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