U.S. Marine Corps Col. Joseph M. Murray, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico, is interviewed during the Centennial Quantico 100, held at Butler Stadium on MCB, Va., April 29, 2017. U.S. Marines More
U.S. Marines participate in oleoresin capsicum spray training for Marine Corps Embassy Security Group at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Feb. 16, 2018. After being sprayed, the Marines were required to go thro More
UPS employees and U.S. Marines work together storing racers belongings in Washington, D.C., Oct. 26, 2014. Before the Marine Corps Marathon starts particapants give their gear to the Marines and employees to be More
U.S. Marines from Hotel Battery, 3rd Battalion, 14th Marines conduct a field exercise at Fort Pickett, Va., March 19, 2015. The Marines from Hotel Battery instructed Quantico Marines on battery functions and se More
U.S. Marines attached to the Marine Security Augment Unit (MSAU) train for room clearing at a Department of State training facility in Summit Point, W.Va., April 9, 2015. The training prepares members of MSAU f More
U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 5 Bradley Goode retires at the Semper Fidelis Chapel, Triangle, Va., Oct. 7, 2016. Goode retired after 26 years of honorable and faithful service. (U.S. Marine Corps phot More
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Michael Davis, percussionist for the Marine Corps Band, Quantico, Va., plays the bass drum in the 15th annual New York Police Department (NYPD) Emerald Society Pipes and Drums Memorial Pa More
U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Anthony Colston retires at Marine Helicopter Squadron 1, Quantico, Va., Sep. 30, 2016. Colston retired after 21 years of honorable and faithful service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by More
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Reginald Berry, with The Basic School, hikes up a hill side during a motivational hike on Old Rag Mountain, Luray, Va., Oct. 7, 2016. The hike spanned over 11 miles and supported un More
Audience members listen to U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. James W. Lukeman, commanding general, Training and Education Command, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico during a meeting at Little Hall, MCB Quantico, Va., More
U.S. Marine candidates maneuver through the obstacle course while at the Officer Candidate School, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 24, 2016. In a challenging and controlled environment, candidates are tra More
A U.S. Marine candidate maneuvers over an obstacle on the O-Course while training at the Officer Candidate School, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 24, 2016. In a challenging and controlled environment, ca More
The American Bombshells, a patriotic performance group, sing the national anthem while the Marine Corps Color Guard present arms at the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Hall of Fame reception and dinner to induct am More
A U.S. Marine awards a runner at the Kid's Run, hosted by the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) which features music and entertainment, Arlington, Va., Oct. 29, 2016. The Kid's Run coincided with the 41st MCM, to ge More
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., left, 33rd Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, and Rick Nealis, director, Marine Corps Marathon, attend the Marine Corps Marathon Hall of Fame reception More
Dog handlers are briefed on the K9 Iron Dog Competition, held in partnership with Rocky Mountain Dawgs Project, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 28, 2016. Dogs from around the country participated in the e More
Participants in the 41st Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) 10K stow their excess clothing in United Postal Service trucks before moving to the 10K start line, Arlington, Va., Oct. 30, 2016. Also known as "The People' More
A runner, dressed in full firefighter gear, shakes hands with a U.S. Marine while participating in the 41st Marine Corps Marathon 10k, Arlington, Va., Oct. 30, 2016. Also known as "The People's Marathon," the 2 More
Marines and children aged 5-12 take part in a 1 mile Kid's Run, hosted by the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) which features music and entertainment, Arlington, Md., Oct. 29, 2016. The Kid's Run coincided with the More
Captains from the Quantico Warriors and the Roanoke Catholic Celtics high school football teams stand at center field for the coin toss during the Virginia division 3 championship game at Butler Stadium, Marine More
Children prepare to run one mile during the 2016 Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Turkey Trot held on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Nov. 19, 2016 The MCM Turkey Trot races include a one mile race and a 10K race; both More
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Kevin Hertlein, member of the Quantico Marine Corps Band, walks on to Fedex Field, Landover, Md., Nov. 20, 2016. Invited by the National Football League (NFL), the Marines with the Quanti More
Volunteers give out food during the annual tree lighting ceremony at Lejeune Hall, Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ), Va., Dec. 4, 2016. Hosted by Col. Joseph Murray, commanding officer, MCBQ, the ceremony was More
U.S. Marines with the War Fighting Instructor Course (WFIC), The Basic School (TBS), prepare to fire a M252 mortar at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Dec 8, 2016. WFIC instructors fired heavy to medium weapons More
Todd A. Weiler, assistant secretary of defense, Manpower and Reserve Affairs, and Ronald T. Keohane, deputy assistant secretary of defense, Military Community and Family Policy, smile during a visit to Marine C More
U.S. Marines with The Basic School sprint during a motivational run to benefit the worldwide Marine Corps Toys for Tots program at Heywood Hall, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Dec. 14, 2016. Each Marine broug More
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. David M. Reaves, outgoing sergeant major, Marine Corps Information Operations Center, stands at the position of attention during the unit’s relief and appointment ceremony at The Clu More
U.S. Marines from the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) check their gas masks before conducting a gas chamber training exercise at Weapons Training Battalion, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Jan 28, More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Joseph M. Murray, left, commander, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico, shakes the hand of Maj. Robert J. Crawford Jr., staff secretary for the commander, Marine Corps Installations Capitol More
Marines assigned to the U.S. Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ) Color Guard march with the colors during the retirement ceremony of U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Rolanda D. Bailey, an enlisted assignment More
A program stands on display before the annual Madison wreath laying ceremony at the final resting place of the 4th President of the United States, James Madison, at his home at Montpelier, Orange, Va., March 16 More
U.S. Marine pilots with Marine Helicopter Squadron One practice landing and take-off of Marine One on the south lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., March 18, 2017. The Marine pilots practice manueverin More
A U.S. Marine with Headquarters and Service Battalion fires the M240B machine gun during a live-fire weapons familiarization exercise at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 5, 2017. During the exercise, Mari More
U.S. Marine Corps Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Robert B. Neller, interacts with attendees prior to a memorial service held in honor of retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Lawrence F. Snowden at the U.S. More
Marine Corps Embassy Security Group Commanding Officer and Sergeant Major, U.S. Marine Corps Col. Rollin D. Brewster, right, and Sgt. Maj. Juan C. Alvarado, fill out a contribution form during a signing event a More
U.S. Marines look at their pamphlets during the 17th Sgt. Walter K. Singleton distinguished lecture series held at Warner Hall, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., May 8, 2017. Sgt. Singleton was killed in action More
Police officers escort runners during the 10th Annual Marine Corps Historic Half, a 13.1-mile route from the Fredericksburg Expo Center into historic downtown areas of Fredericksburg, Va., May 21, 2017. The MCH More
The U.S. Marine Corps Base Quantico color guard stand with the colors during the 34th annual Potomac Region Veterans Council Memorial Day ceremony held at the Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Va., May 29, More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Ahmed T. Williamson, incoming commanding officer for Officer Candidate School (OCS), speaks during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., June 3, 2017. The cerem More
U.S. Marine Corps Candidates participate in physical exercise during an initial pull-up evaluation at the Officer Candidate School, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., June 3, 2017. Candidates must go through thre More
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Joseph F. Shader, commanding officer, Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC), presents the Headquarters and Service Battalion 2017 Commanders Cup to Marine Corps Systems Command at Mar More
An instructor with Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) displays proper form for the M9 pistol on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., June 15, 2017. The mission of MCESG is to provide protection to mission More
U.S. Marines with Officer Candidate School (OCS) celebrate the 50th anniversary of the “Quigley” training event at OCS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., June 16, 2017. The Quigley is named after retired U.S. More
U.S. Marines with Security Battalion (SECBN) pose for a group photo at Lejeune Field, Marine Corps Base Quantico, June 21, 2017. The ceremony was held to transition command from Lt. Col. Robert E. Cato II, outg More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Todd J. Oneto, outgoing commanding officer, Headquarters and Service Battalion, poses for a photo with a guest before a change of command ceremony at Lejeune Hall, Marine Corps Base Quant More
A commemorative wreath stands on display prior to a wreath laying ceremony at the Jangjin (Chosin) Reservoir Memorial, National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Va., June 28, 2017. President of the Republi More
The Quantico Marine Band performs during a change of command ceremony for Helicopter Squadron One (HMX-1) at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., June 30, 2017. The ceremony was held to signify the transition of HM More
U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Air Facility (MCAF) salute Lt. Col. William C. Pacatte III, commanding officer of MCAF during a change of command ceremony held at MCAF, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., July 6, 2 More
U.S Marines with Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) speak with an attendee of an honorary dinner held at the Dacor Bacon House, Washington, D.C., July 12, 2017. The event was held to honor the detachme More
U.S. Marine Candidates participate in a pugil stick exercise at the Officer Candidate School, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., June 13, 2017. Candidates must go through three months of intensive training to eva More
U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Kevin M. Iiams, commanding general, Training and Education Command, stands at attention during the unit’s relief and appointment ceremony at Little Hall on Marine Corps Base Quantico More
The honorable George P. Shultz, left, former U.S. Secretary of State and chair of multiple educational institutions, sits with Jeffrey Nadander, Ph.D., JD, director, Brute Krulak Center, Marine Corps University More
A logo representing Marine Corps Air Facility (MCAF) Quantico is displayed on a podium during an awards ceremony at Turner Field, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 5, 2017. The ceremony was held in honor of More
Personnel with the Office of Naval Research brief the Autonomous Aerial Cargo Utility System (AACUS) at Camp Upshur, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Dec. 12, 2017. The AACUS is a system that allows rapid resp More
Karl Marlantes, Navy Cross recipient and American author, speaks to U.S. Marines at Little Hall, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 17, 2018. Marlantes spoke about the coping mechanisms of PTSD and how to h More
A retirement pamphlet is displayed on a pew before a retirement ceremony for U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Michael D. Butler, artillery requirements officer, CD&I, at the Semper Fidelis Memorial Chapel, Triangle, More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Joseph M. Murray, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico, and his family pose for a photo during the Centennial Quantico 100, held at Butler Stadium on MCB Quantico, Va., Ap More
Civilians and members of the U.S. Armed Forces begin Marine Corps Marathon race to the finish line in Washington, D.C., Oct. 26, 2014.(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lcpl. Elisha N. Peake/Released)
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Andre G. Galarza, Sgt. Todd R. Self, and Lance Cpl. Chad A. Bryant prepare the launch of a weather balloon to measure meteorological data for an artillery range at Fort Pickett, Va. More
U.S. Marines attached to the Marine Security Augment Unit (MSAU) simulate room clearing through a Tactical Maze in Summit Point, W.Va., April 9, 2015. The training prepares members of MSAU for the protection an More
U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Eric Arriaga speaks during a retirement ceremony for Chief Warrant Officer 5 Bradley Goode at the Semper Fidelis Chapel, Triangle, Va., Oct. 7, 2016. Goode retired after 26 years o More
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. James Mathis, drum major for Marine Corps Band, Quantico, Va., leads the formation in the 15th annual New York Police Department (NYPD) Emerald Society Pipes and Drums Memorial Para More
View from Old Rag Mountain, Luray, Va., Oct. 7, 2016. The hike spanned over 11 miles and supported unit cohesion and camaraderie, and included all levels of leadership participation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by More
U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. James W. Lukeman, commanding general, Training and Education Command, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico, addresses Marines and civilians during a meeting at Little Hall, MCB Quantico, More
A dog handler guides his dog through various obstacles during the K9 Iron Dog Competition, held in partnership with Rocky Mountain Dawgs Project, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 28, 2016. Dogs from around More
Over 3,000 children ages 5-12 take part in a 1 mile run, hosted by the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) which features music and entertainment, Arlington, Md., Oct. 29, 2016. The Kid's Run coincided with the 41st M More
U.S. Marine Corps General John M. Paxton (ret), 33rd assistant commandant, speaks at the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Hall of Fame reception and dinner to induct ambassadors and commemorate the event, Gaylord Na More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Joseph M. Murray, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base Quantico, cheers on runners at the Kid's Run, hosted by the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) which features music and entertainment, Arl More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Todd J. Oneto, commanding officer, Headquarters and Service Battalion, and his wife, Lori, attend the Marine Corps Marathon Hall of Fame reception and dinner at the Gaylord National Resor More
The M2A1 Howitzer fires to signify the start of the hand crank race of the 41st Marine Corps Marathon, Arlington, Va., Oct. 30, 2016. Also known as "The People's Marathon," the 26.2 mile race drew roughly 30,00 More
Participants stretch and prepare for the 41st Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) 10K, Arlington, Va., Oct. 30, 2016. Also known as "The People's Marathon," the 26.2 mile race, along with the MCM 10K, drew roughly 30,0 More
A member of the Quantico high school football team attempts to tackle an opposing player during the Virginia division 3 championship game at Butler Stadium, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Nov. 18, 2016. The g More
Father and son run one mile during the 2016 Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Turkey Trot held on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Nov. 19, 2016 The MCM Turkey Trot races include a one mile race and a 10K race; both held More
The Quantico Marine Corps Band performs at Fedex Field, Landover, Md., Nov. 20, 2016. Invited by the National Football League (NFL), the Marines with the Quantico band performed in part of the pre-game entertai More
U.S. Marines march in formation during the annual tree lighting ceremony held at Lejeune Hall, Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ), Va., Dec. 4, 2016. Hosted by Col. Joseph Murray, commanding officer, MCBQ, the c More
U.S. Marines with the War Fighting Instructor Course (WFIC), The Basic School (TBS), fire a M240B machine gun at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Dec 8, 2016. WFIC instructors fired heavy to medium weapons as p More
Todd A. Weiler, assistant secretary of defense, Manpower and Reserve Affairs, speaks to a woman with the Consolidated Substance Abuse Counseling Center during a visit to Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ), Va., More
U.S. Marines with The Basic School drop toys into a box during a motivational run to benefit the worldwide Marine Corps Toys for Tots program at Heywood Hall, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Dec. 14, 2016. Eac More
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. David M. Reaves, center, outgoing sergeant major, Marine Corps Information Operation Center (MCIOC), salutes U.S. Marine Corps Col. William P. McClane, commanding officer, MCIOC, dur More
U.S. Marines from the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) stand in a gas chamber as part of a training exercise at Weapons Training Battalion, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Jan 28, 2017. MCESG partic More
U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Robert J. Crawford Jr., staff secretary for the commander, Marine Corps Installations Capitol Region, stands with his wife during his retirement ceremony at The Clubs at Quantico on Marin More
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Ronald L. Bailey, deputy commandant for plans, policies and operations, Headquarters Marine Corps, reads an award during the retirement ceremony of U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sg More
Attendees head to the Madison family cemetery for the annual Madison wreath laying ceremony at the final resting place of the 4th President of the United States, James Madison, at his home at Montpelier, Orange More
A painting is displayed in honor of retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Lawrence F. Snowden, during a memorial service, at the U.S. Marine Memorial Chapel, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 8, 2017. Snowden More
Marine Corps Embassy Security Group Commanding Officer, U.S. Marine Corps Col. Rollin D. Brewster, right, addresses Marines during a signing event at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 21, 2017. The event w More
A U.S. Marine attends the 17th Sgt. Walter K. Singleton distinguished lecture series held at Warner Hall, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., May 8, 2017. Sgt. Singleton was killed in action in Vietnam and was pos More
Sean Barrett runs the Historic Half portion of the 10th Annual Marine Corps Historic Half (MCHH), a 13.1-mile route from the Fredericksburg Expo Center into historic downtown areas of Fredericksburg, Va., May 2 More
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Rodolfo D. Quispe, strategic mobility officer, Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command, poses for a photo with family after his retirement ceremony at the Semper Fidelis Memori More
A memorial wreath is displayed at the 34th annual Potomac Region Veterans Council Memorial Day ceremony held at the Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Va., May 29, 2016. The ceremony featured representatives More
Flowers are presented to the mother of U.S. Marine Corps Col. Julie L. Nethercot, outgoing commanding officer for Officer Candidate School (OCS) during a change of command ceremony held at Marine Corps Base Qua More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Joseph M. Murray, right, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico, speaks during the Headquarters and Service Battalion 2017 Commanders Cup presentation at Marine Corps System More
An instructor with Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) gives guidance to a U.S. Marine during M9 pistol training on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., June 15, 2017. The mission of MCESG is to provide pro More
U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Band perform during a change of command ceremony held at Lejeune Field, Marine Corps Base Quantico, June 21, 2017. The ceremony was held to transition command from Lt. Col. More