Rct. Jeremiah Johnson, Platoon 2006, Hotel Company,
Rct. Jeremiah Johnson, Platoon 2006, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, poses for his first official Marine Corps photo Nov. 20, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruit boot camp photos have been taken... More
Rct. William Adcock, Platoon 2052, Fox Company, 2nd
Rct. William Adcock, Platoon 2052, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, holds himself up on a Confidence Course obstacle April 29, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Confidence Course is comprised of 15 o... More
Rct. Liezel Bullecer, Platoon 4018, Oscar Company,
Rct. Liezel Bullecer, Platoon 4018, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, waits to begin marksmanship training April 28, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits spend two weeks honing their shooting skil... More
Rct. Terrence Tatum throws a winning blow to the head
Rct. Terrence Tatum throws a winning blow to the head against Rct. Brandon Snow, both from Platoon 2080, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, during pugil stick training Aug. 11, 2014, on Parris Island,... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, climb a Confidence Course obstacle Dec. 8, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Confidence Course is comprised of 15 obstacles designed to help Marine Corps ... More
Sgt. Orin Gress, senior drill instructor for Platoon
Sgt. Orin Gress, senior drill instructor for Platoon 2017, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, speaks to his recruits for the first time Dec. 14, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Gress, 26, from Huntingbur... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, do pushups during a physical training session Aug. 5, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits participate in more than 30 physical training sessions mean... More
Tootie Whitehead, a Parris Island barber, gives Rct.
Tootie Whitehead, a Parris Island barber, gives Rct. Brandon Herron, Platoon 2078, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, his last buzz cut Sept. 17, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. In two weeks, recruits w... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, sing a religious hymns during a Protestant worship service Jan. 26, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Each Sunday, seven services are held to accommodate re... More
Rct. Pablo Lopez Jr., Platoon 2100, Hotel Company,
Rct. Pablo Lopez Jr., Platoon 2100, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, goes through an obstacle on a combat training course Nov. 18, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The course, part of Basic Warrior Tr... More
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, take notes during a history class Feb. 27, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits learn Marine Corps history from its founding in 1775 to its recent ope... More
Rct. Rashane Phifer, with Platoon 4010, Oscar Company,
Rct. Rashane Phifer, with Platoon 4010, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, prepares a gas mask for chemical and biological warfare defense training Feb. 11, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits exp... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, learn to use a map and compass as part of Basic Warrior Training on Feb. 10, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. This practical application training ensures the... More
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practice how to break free from arm locks during martial arts training June 30, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program comb... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practice kicks during martial arts training April 21, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program combines hand-to-hand combat wit... More
Sgt. Joshua Moore, an academics instructor, teaches
Sgt. Joshua Moore, an academics instructor, teaches Marine Corps history to recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, on Jan. 17, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits learn Marine Corps histor... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, await their next command during marksmanship training Jan. 22, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Primary marksmanship instructors teach recruits the fundament... More
Recruits of Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, wait for their next command during their final drill evaluation Sept. 10, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Drillmasters, experts on the Marin... More
Sgt. April Johnson, a drill instructor of Platoon 4035,
Sgt. April Johnson, a drill instructor of Platoon 4035, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, leads her recruits during their final drill evaluation Oct. 9, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Drillmasters, e... More
Rct. Brooke Whitmire, Platoon 4038, Oscar Company,
Rct. Brooke Whitmire, Platoon 4038, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, personalizes her foot locker during free time Sept. 17, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits, such as Whitmire, 18, from West ... More
Sgt. Marcus McMurray, a primary marksmanship instructor,
Sgt. Marcus McMurray, a primary marksmanship instructor, teaches recruits of Platoon 2061, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, shooting techniques during marksmanship training June 26, 2014, on Parris... More
Rct. Liezel Bullecer, with Platoon 4018, Oscar Company,
Rct. Liezel Bullecer, with Platoon 4018, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, turns in her personal belongings March 12, 2014, shortly after arriving for boot camp on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits are ... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, enjoy their hour of free time May 1, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits receive one hour of free time each day, which is restricted to inside the b... More
Sgt. Patrick Ays, an academic instructor, teaches Marine
Sgt. Patrick Ays, an academic instructor, teaches Marine Corps history to the recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, on Oct. 30, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits receive six history cla... More
Lt. Col. Gabrielle Hermes, 4th Recruit Training Battalion
Lt. Col. Gabrielle Hermes, 4th Recruit Training Battalion commander, congratulates a new Marine of Oscar Company for passing the battalion commander's inspection Jan. 7, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The inspect... More
Staff Sgt. Juana Robles, the senior drill instructor
Staff Sgt. Juana Robles, the senior drill instructor of Platoon 4004, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, hands mail to her recruits during free time Jan. 15, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits re... More
Rct. Kevin McDonald provides security as Rct. Steven
Rct. Kevin McDonald provides security as Rct. Steven Hartman goes through an obstacle on a combat training course March 18, 2014, as part of Basic Warrior Training on Parris Island, S.C. While on the course, re... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, roll over a bar on an obstacle course during training Jan. 9, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits endure many physical training sessions to build them ... More
Rct. Bri Ouderkirk, with Platoon 4010, Oscar Company,
Rct. Bri Ouderkirk, with Platoon 4010, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, climbs a Confidence Course obstacle March 19, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is comprised of 15 obstacles designed ... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, practice their firing positions and techniques using a simulator Oct. 24, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. The training helps recruits understand how to pr... More
Gunnery Sgt. Adaecus Brooks, a drill instructor with
Gunnery Sgt. Adaecus Brooks, a drill instructor with Platoon 2026, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, demonstrates how to approach an enemy during bayonet training Feb. 15, 2014, on Parris Island, S.... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, fire from the 300-yard line Jan. 9, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits spend two weeks honing their shooting skills before qualifying. Rifle qualifi... More
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, load ammunition into their magazines during combat marksmanship training Nov. 14, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Combat marksmanship training gives recrui... More
Rct. Gino Parathemmakill directs Rct. Taton White,
Rct. Gino Parathemmakill directs Rct. Taton White, both with Platoon 2072, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, during land navigation training Sept. 11, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. This practical app... More
Rct. Mercedes Fitch, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th
Rct. Mercedes Fitch, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, practices a horizontal knee strike July 8, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program combines hand-to-h... More
Rct. Lauren Bare, Platoon 4001, strikes Rct. Angela
Rct. Lauren Bare, Platoon 4001, strikes Rct. Angela Acdava, Platoon 4000, during a pugil stick match Oct. 30, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits fight with pugil sticks, which represent rifles with attached ... More
Rct. Adriana Rosas, Platoon 4024, Oscar Company, 4th
Rct. Adriana Rosas, Platoon 4024, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, provides security on a combat training course as part of Basic Warrior Training July 1, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. While on the... More
Rct. Christopher Roe, Platoon 2062, Golf Company, 2nd
Rct. Christopher Roe, Platoon 2062, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, loosens his sling during an initial drill evaluation June 16, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Drillmasters, experts on the Marine C... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, wait to receive their first high-and-tight haircut June 24, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The recruits spent 11 weeks on the island sporting bald heads; h... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, and November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, use their rifles to lift concertina wire while they crawl underneath on a combat training course Oc... More
Staff Sgt. Marcos Gonzalezmazariegos, a drill instructor
Staff Sgt. Marcos Gonzalezmazariegos, a drill instructor for Platoon 2036, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, teaches his recruits a close-order drill movement March 5, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. ... More
Rct. Ryan S. Heffentrager, Platoon 2005, Echo Company,
Rct. Ryan S. Heffentrager, Platoon 2005, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, pulls himself over a bar on an obstacle course Nov. 20, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Physical training tools, such as the o... More
Rct. Kody Senkbeil, Platoon 2024, 2nd Recruit Training
Rct. Kody Senkbeil, Platoon 2024, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, shouts Marine Corps facts during a conditioning march, March 8, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits repeat Marine Corps facts while on the hik... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, practice leg sweeps June 11, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program combines hand-to-hand combat with mental discipline and... More
Recruits of Platoon 2072, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 2072, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, align themselves during their final drill evaluation Sept. 24, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The strict, particular nature of close-order d... More
Recruits of Platoon 4018, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit
Recruits of Platoon 4018, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, have their dress uniforms coat fitted April 16, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The U.S. Marine Corps’ dress uniforms are some of the world’... More
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, learn to tie a safety harness Feb. 18, 2014, before rappelling on Parris Island, S.C. Rappelling is a controlled descent on a rope and helps prepare rec... More
Drill instructors of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training
Drill instructors of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, prepare their recruits for Marine Corps martial arts training Oct. 24, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program comb... More
Recruits of November Company, 4th Recruit Training
Recruits of November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, study Marine Corps history Aug. 18, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Lessons cover topics like the Marine Corps’ founding in 1775, the first woman to be... More
Sgt. Katrina Brady, a drill instructor of Platoon 4004,
Sgt. Katrina Brady, a drill instructor of Platoon 4004, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, leads her recruits during their initial drill evaluation Dec. 23, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Drillmasters... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practice Marine Corps martial arts techniques before beginning a Confidence Course obstacle Oct. 3, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is comprised... More
Rct. Ricardo Gonzalez, left, and Rct. James Simmons,
Rct. Ricardo Gonzalez, left, and Rct. James Simmons, both with Platoon 2012, Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, climb a Confidence Course obstacle Nov. 26, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. The Confidence... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, sprint 880 yards during their combat fitness test Oct. 29, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. The CFT is intended to keep Marines ready for the physical rigors... More
Rct. Erika Delashaw, left, and Rct. Ashlynn Strom,
Rct. Erika Delashaw, left, and Rct. Ashlynn Strom, both with Platoon 4030, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, work together to navigate through the woods Aug. 11, 2014, as part of Basic Warrior T... More
Rct. Kyle Mange, left, and Rct. Anthony Direse, Fox
Rct. Kyle Mange, left, and Rct. Anthony Direse, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, climb a Confidence Course obstacle Aug. 19, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Confidence Course is comprised of 15 obs... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, sprint during a physical training session March 21, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits participate in more than 30 physical training sessions, meant ... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, gather equipment for pugil stick training March 6, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits wear safety equipment such as helmets, groin protectors, flak ... More
Sgt. Michael McDonald, a water survival instructor,
Sgt. Michael McDonald, a water survival instructor, teaches basic swimming techniques to recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, and Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, March 10, 2... More
Recruits of Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, and Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, learn water survival techniques May 27, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. All recruits must pass water ... More
Sgt. Algerod Harris, a martial arts instructor, demonstrates
Sgt. Algerod Harris, a martial arts instructor, demonstrates an upper-body strike to recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, on Jan. 28, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Harris, a 26-year-old nati... More
Staff Sgt. Rashard Minnis, the senior drill instructor
Staff Sgt. Rashard Minnis, the senior drill instructor of Platoon 2022, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, leads his recruits during their final drill evaluation Feb. 26, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. ... More
Rct. Raechel Santos with Platoon 4005, Oscar Company,
Rct. Raechel Santos with Platoon 4005, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, has her trousers fitted Jan. 28, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits had four sets of uniforms tailored during the fitting... More
A drill instructor of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training
A drill instructor of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, corrects Rct. Jessica Perez’s technique during martial arts training Jan. 30, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marine Corps Martial Arts Prog... More
Rct. Noelle Dokas, Platoon 4011, Oscar Company, 4th
Rct. Noelle Dokas, Platoon 4011, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, fills out her marksmanship data book on the rifle range Feb. 25, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits use marksmanship data books... More
Staff Sgt. Michael Williams, a drill instructor for
Staff Sgt. Michael Williams, a drill instructor for Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, corrects Rct. James Warrington, Platoon 2090, during rifle incentive training Sept. 5, 2014, on Parris Island, S... More
Sgt. Amy Blea, a water survival instructor, teaches
Sgt. Amy Blea, a water survival instructor, teaches basic swimming strokes to recruits of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, Nov. 12, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Water survival training is a gradua... More
Rct. Oscar Quiroga, Platoon 2089, Golf Company, 2nd
Rct. Oscar Quiroga, Platoon 2089, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practices his stance during martial arts training Sept. 18, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program com... More
Tailors mark each service and dress uniform to ensure
Tailors mark each service and dress uniform to ensure proper fit. The recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, were less than halfway through training, June 18, 2014, but receiving their unifor... More
Rct. Allysa M. Orozco, Platoon 4004, November Company,
Rct. Allysa M. Orozco, Platoon 4004, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, lunges during a physical fitness session Dec. 12, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits participate in more than 30 physica... More
Rct. Jessica Lingelback, Platoon 4028, Oscar Company,
Rct. Jessica Lingelback, Platoon 4028, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, jumps onto a Confidence Course obstacle June 18, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The course is comprised of 15 obstacles design... More
Sgt. Candice Puente, a drill instructor for Platoon
Sgt. Candice Puente, a drill instructor for Platoon 4011, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, teaches her recruits a drill movement Jan. 17, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Drill instructors use close-o... More
Rct. Christopher Denardo, with Platoon 2028, Golf Company,
Rct. Christopher Denardo, with Platoon 2028, Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, shouts while being carried during a martial arts endurance course Feb. 6, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The course consi... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, wait their turn to battle it out during pugil stick training Dec. 9, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits fight with pugil sticks, which represent rifle... More
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, separate training equipment Oct. 16, 2013, during their eighth week of training, known as Team Week, on Parris Island, S.C. Team Week allows recruits to ... More
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, catch the last few minutes of rest before their drill instructors wake them up Nov. 7, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. In most cases, recruits receive eig... More
Staff Sgt. Douglas Wall, the senior drill instructor
Staff Sgt. Douglas Wall, the senior drill instructor of Platoon 2052, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, teaches his recruits a close-order drill movement May 7, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Drill ins... More
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, learn about basic water survival Oct. 7, 2013, at the recruit training pool on Parris Island, S.C. Water survival qualification, which is a graduation r... More
Marine recruits train to protect selves from chemical attacks on Parri...
U.S. Marine Corps recruits, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practice putting on gas masks during chemical and biological warfare defense training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., ... More
Parris Island recruits learn meaning of being Marine
U.S. Marine Corps recruits, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, take notes during a history class at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., Feb. 27, 2014. Recruits learn Marine Corps histor... More
Rct. Jacob Steever, a 19-year-old native of Oxford,
Rct. Jacob Steever, a 19-year-old native of Oxford, Ala., is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title of United States Marine. Steever is training with... More
Rct. India Berry, an 18-year-old Detroit native, is
Rct. India Berry, an 18-year-old Detroit native, is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title of United States Marine. Berry is training with Platoon 40... More
Pfc. Markeith L. Jones, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. Markeith L. Jones, honor graduate for Platoon 2032, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated May 9, 2014. Jones is from Ruther Glen, Va. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Vaniah Temple)
Rct. Michael Person, a 19-year-old native of Painesville,
Rct. Michael Person, a 19-year-old native of Painesville, Ohio, is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title of United States Marine. Person is training... More
Pvt. Roberto Gavidia, Platoon 2069, Hotel Company,
Pvt. Roberto Gavidia, Platoon 2069, Hotel Company, earned the highest combined physical fitness test and combat fitness test score for his company. He earned a score of 599 out of 600 points. Gavidia a native o... More
Pfc. David Jeswald, honor graduate for Platoon 1064,
Pfc. David Jeswald, honor graduate for Platoon 1064, Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Sept. 19, 2014. Jeswald is from Winder, Ga. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Vaniah Temple)
Rct. Crisma Herrera, an 18-year-old native of Bakersfield,
Rct. Crisma Herrera, an 18-year-old native of Bakersfield, Calif., is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title of United States Marine. Herrera is trai... More
Rct. Beverly Ramon-Jimenez, an 18-year-old native of
Rct. Beverly Ramon-Jimenez, an 18-year-old native of Winston Salem, N.C., is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title of United States Marine. Ramon-Ji... More
Sgt. Ricardo Franco currently serves as a Marine Corps
Sgt. Ricardo Franco currently serves as a Marine Corps drill instructor with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Franco joined the Marine Corps in Jul... More
Rct. Nirisi Chavez, an 18-year-old native of Dangriga,
Rct. Nirisi Chavez, an 18-year-old native of Dangriga, Belize, is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title United States Marine. Chavez is training wit... More
Bristol, Fla., native a Marine Corps drill instructor on Parris Island
Sgt. Justin Burnside currently serves as a Marine Corps drill instructor with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Burnside joined the Marine Corps in ... More
Rct. John Matthews, a 21-year-old native of Lexington,
Rct. John Matthews, a 21-year-old native of Lexington, S.C., is currently training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., in hopes of earning the title United States Marine. Matthews is training wit... More
Parris Island earns SecNav energy, water conservation award
Energy saving technologies implemented across the base helped Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island earn the Secretary of the Navy Energy and Water Management Conservation Award Oct. 21, 2014, including a $4... More
Daytona Beach, Fla., native a Marine Corps drill instructor on Parris ...
Sgt. Stevie Cardona currently serves as a Marine Corps drill instructor with Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Cardona joined the Marine Corps in S... More
Pfc. Etrice Sawyer, honor graduate for Platoon 1088,
Pfc. Etrice Sawyer, honor graduate for Platoon 1088, Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Dec. 5, 2014. Sawyer is from Warner Robins, Ga. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Vaniah Temple)
Pfc. William G. Gagnon, honor graduate for Platoon
Pfc. William G. Gagnon, honor graduate for Platoon 3100, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated boot camp Dec. 19, 2014. Gagnon is from Mount Morris, N.Y. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Vaniah Temple)
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, practice martial arts techniques while they wait to complete a Confidence Course obstacle Aug. 19, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits use the time in ... More
Recruits of November Company, 4th Recruit Training
Recruits of November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, study Marine Corps history Aug. 18, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Lessons cover topics like the Marine Corps’ founding in 1775, the first woman to be... More
Rct. Griselda Martinez, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company,
Rct. Griselda Martinez, Platoon 4032, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, sprints during a physical training session Aug. 5, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits ran to three different stations wher... More
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion,
Recruits of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, receive their last buzz cut Sept. 17, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits spend 11 weeks on the island sporting completely shaved heads; however, duri... More
Rct. Dakota Thomason, left, and Rct. Sarah Piana, both
Rct. Dakota Thomason, left, and Rct. Sarah Piana, both with Platoon 4028, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, climb a Confidence Course obstacle June 18, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. Recruits must us... More