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Echo Company Graduation
Feb. 5, 2021 | 56:50
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India Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. David Amador, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, conducts a contraband inspection during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Yessenia Ramirez, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
A U.S. Marine Corps bus transporting recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion arrives at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Jacob Cocolan with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion receives a haircut during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion receive instructions during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruit with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion stand at attention during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion enters a building during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion standby for instructions during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
A graphite sketch on paper depicting the receiving process at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps illustration by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
India Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Redd Marcus, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs a recruit with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 4, 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 a United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Alpha Company Graduation Ceremony
A U.S. Marine with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion is greeted by a guest after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California May 8, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Alpha Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion celebrate after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 8, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Alpha Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion march with the retired guidons during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, March 8, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Alpha Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 8, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Alpha Company Graduation Ceremony
U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 8, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Mike Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Mike Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Vitali Kholodov, sergeant major, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, gives a speech during a graduation ceremony for Mike Company at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Mike Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Mike Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion gather for a chant after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California May 1, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Mike Company Graduation
A U.S. Marine with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion is greeted by guests after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California May 1, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Mike Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion march with the retired guidons during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Mike Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion stand at attention during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Hotel Company Graduation
A U.S. Marine with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion is greeted by guests after a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California April 24, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Hotel Company Graduation
Families and guests of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion observe a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 24, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Hotel Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 24, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Hotel Company Graduation
U.S. Marines with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 24, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Hotel Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Robb T. McDonald, commanding officer, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, salutes during a graduation ceremony for Hotel Company at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 24, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Hotel Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Paul C. Trower, commanding officer, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, gives a speech during a graduation ceremony for Hotel Company at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 24, 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. Kevin Alonso)
Hotel Company Graduation
U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Mark Scott, the regimental drill master with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, salutes during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, April 24, 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 illustration by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion are issued gear during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bused 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bused 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion participate in a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Services 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion exit a bus as part of a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bused 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Fernando Rodriguez, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, briefs recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Services 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Receiving Company, Support Battalion pose for a photo during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Services 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, sweeps hair during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, receives a haircut during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion stand on the yellow footprints during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Services 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. Kevin Alonso)
Bravo Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion hold out their belongings during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 20, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bused 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. Kevin Alonso)
Golf Company Series Commander Inspection
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion inspect a recruit during a series commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 10, 2026. The Series Commander Inspection is the second in a series of inspections designed to assess a recruit’s knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
Golf Company Series Commander Inspection
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, displays uniform markings during a series commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 10, 2026. The Series Commander Inspection is the second in a series of inspections designed to assess a recruit’s knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
Golf Company Series Commander Inspection
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Manuel Rubio, a drill instructor with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, instructs a recruit during a series commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 10, 2026. The Series Commander Inspection is the second in a series of inspections designed to assess a recruit’s knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
Golf Company Series Commander Inspection
A U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, inspects a M16-A4 service rifle during a series commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 10, 2026. The Series Commander Inspection is the second in a series of inspections designed to assess a recruit’s knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
Golf Company Series Commander Inspection
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua Kim, a drill instructor with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, inspects a recruit during a series commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 10, 2026. The Series Commander Inspection is the second in a series of inspections designed to assess a recruit’s knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
Golf Company Series Commander Inspection
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion inspect a recruit during a series commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 10, 2026. The Series Commander Inspection is the second in a series of inspections designed to assess a recruit’s knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
Golf Company Series Commander Inspection
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Meagan Fitchett, a drill instructor with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, inspects a recruit during a series commander inspection at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 10, 2026. The Series Commander Inspection is the second in a series of inspections designed to assess a recruit’s knowledge, bearing, and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)
Lima Company Receiving
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, receive haircuts during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 13, 2026. 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. Kevin Alonso)
Lima Company Receiving
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, April 13, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bused 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. Kevin Alonso)
Lima Company Receiving
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, April 13, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, bused 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. Kevin Alonso)
Lima Company Receiving
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion makes their scripted phone call home during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, April 13, 2026. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United Services 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. Kevin Alonso)

 

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