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MCRD San Diego Hotel Company Graduation
Aug. 14, 2026 | 01:03:07
The new Marines of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Aug 14th 2026. 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. Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.

The new Marines of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Aug 14th 2026. 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. Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Devonte Chandler, drill instructor with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, instructs recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Harrison Springer, senior drill instructor with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, gives the Senior Drill instructor’s Speech during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Harrison Springer, senior drill instructor with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, gives instructions to recruits during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion instruct recruits during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion unlocks his seabag during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion are introduced to their drill instructors during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion are introduced to their drill instructors during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion standby for instruction during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Devonte Chandler, drill instructor with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, recites the Drill Instructor’s Creed during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, is introduced to his drill instructors during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion recite the Drill Instructor’s Creed during Pick-up Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 7, 2026. Pick-up Day signifies the first official day of training in which recruits are assigned to their platoons, introduced to their drill instructors, prepare their gear and squad bay and learn about the expectations for the remainder of their time in recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)
U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region perform during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 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)
U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Christopher L. Escobar, left, aviation maintenance assessment team chief with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, and Sgt. Maj. Rupert Palmer, sergeant major of Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, stand at attention during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 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)
U.S. Marines with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion stand at parade rest during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 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)
U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Christopher L. Escobar, left, aviation maintenance assessment team chief with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, and Sgt. Maj. Rupert Palmer, sergeant major of Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, salute the colors during a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 2026. The 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)
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, Aug. 14, 2026. The 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)
U.S. Marines with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion march in formation during a ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 2026. The 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)
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, Aug. 14, 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)
U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Christopher L. Escobar, center, aviation maintenance assessment team chief with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, and Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, observe a graduation ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 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)
U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion retire the guidons during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 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)
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 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 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)
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)
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)
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 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 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)

 

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