Alpha Company Receiving Night

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260209-M-OL651-1252.JPG Photo By: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda

Feb 20, 2026

Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California - U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Jorge Ruiz with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion receives his initial haircut during a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Feb. 09, 2026. 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 Cpl. Genaro I. Valdez-Sepulveda)

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