Staff Sgt. Michael Riggs, a drill instructor with Marine
Staff Sgt. Michael Riggs, a drill instructor with Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego's Drill Instructor School, leads enlistees in a warm-up during Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle's Sergeant Major Poo... More
Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Oakes (left) and Sgt. Justin Pina,
Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Oakes (left) and Sgt. Justin Pina, recruiters with Marine Corps Recruiting Substation Bellevue, stand at attention while the National Anthem plays during an assembly at Bellevue High School... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Zachary Dyer (left), marketing
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Zachary Dyer (left), marketing and public affairs representative, and Cpl. Aaron Pillay, supply administration clerk, assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, walk toward Cent... More
Maj. Gen. Mark Brilakis (left), the commanding general
Maj. Gen. Mark Brilakis (left), the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, shakes hands with Sgt. Jason Howton, a recruiter assigned to Marine Corps Permanent Contact Station Port Angeles, Wash.... More
U.S. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Benjamin Becker (left), drum
U.S. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Benjamin Becker (left), drum major, 1st Marine Division Band, yells a command for the band to march onto the field to perform the National Anthem before a Major League Baseball game bet... More
U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. David H. Berger, the I Marine
U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. David H. Berger, the I Marine Expeditionary Force commanding general, poses with John Ellis (left), Chairman Emeritus, and Kevin Mather (right), President of the Seattle Mariners, during a ... More
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (left), the commanding general
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (left), the commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, listens as Seattle Mayor Ed Murray announces Marine Week Seattle during a press conference at Seattle City Hall, May 7, 2014.... More
Marcus Griffin (third from left), a standout defensive
Marcus Griffin (third from left), a standout defensive lineman for the Bellevue High School Wolverines and 18-year-old native of Bellevue, Wash., stands alongside his parents and accepts a Semper Fidelis All-Am... More
Pilots with Marine Light Attack Training Squadron 303
Pilots with Marine Light Attack Training Squadron 303 land their AH-1Z Super Cobra and UH-1Y Huey helicopters at the University of Washington during a Marine Week Seattle community relations event in Seattle, J... More
Sgt. Tiffany Nielsen-Nowakowski, a drill instructor
Sgt. Tiffany Nielsen-Nowakowski, a drill instructor with 4th Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., motivates Philip Samoylovich, a poolee from Recruiting Substation Burling... More
Austin Joyner, a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck
Austin Joyner, a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck High School Tomahawks and 17-year-old native of Marysville, Wash., was presented his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey by Capt. William Nelson, the ... More
Drew Berger, an inside linebacker for the Coeur d’Alene
Drew Berger, an inside linebacker for the Coeur d’Alene High School Vikings and 17-year-old native of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, spends a quiet moment in the locker room before a game against the Lake City High Scho... More
Marine Band San Diego’s brass quintet performs during
Marine Band San Diego’s brass quintet performs during a concert for Central Washington University students in Ellensburg, Washington Feb. 17, 2015. Following an intensive audition and screening process, Marine ... More
Shane Lemieux (left), a senior at West Valley High
Shane Lemieux (left), a senior at West Valley High School in Yakima, Washington, speaks with local Marine recruiter Sgt. James Campos prior to receiving a Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl game certificate in th... More
Benning Potoae (right), a senior at Lakes High School
Benning Potoae (right), a senior at Lakes High School in Lakewood, Washington, speaks with local Marine recruiter Sgt. Daniel Pluth prior to receiving a Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl certificate at the schoo... More
Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a Marine recruiter in Marysville,
Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a Marine recruiter in Marysville, Washington, congratulates Marysville-Pilchuck High School student athlete Austin Joyner on his participation in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl during ... More
Sgt. Alex Angle (right), a Marine recruiter in Hayden,
Sgt. Alex Angle (right), a Marine recruiter in Hayden, Idaho, congratulates Coeur d’Alene High School student athlete Drew Berger on his participation in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl during a school vis... More
Maj. Sung Kim, the commanding officer of Marine Corps
Maj. Sung Kim, the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, poses with Seattle Mariners personnel after being honored before a Mariners' Salute to Armed Forces game at Safeco Field in Seat... More
Seattle Mariners honor military during Salute to Armed Forces baseball...
Retired Marine Lt. Col. Dick Throm, who served as an infantry and supply officer, delivers the game ball to the pitchers’ mound before a Seattle Mariners' Salute to Armed Forces game at Safeco Field in Seattle ... More
Lance Cpl. Mitchell Burnett, a Marine Corps officer
Lance Cpl. Mitchell Burnett, a Marine Corps officer candidate from Seattle, winces while holding up a canteen during Officer Candidates School preparation at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 8, 2015. D... More
Sgt. Cody Leifheit (left), a Marine recruiter in Lewiston,
Sgt. Cody Leifheit (left), a Marine recruiter in Lewiston, Idaho, counts enlistee Brandon Roberts’ pull-ups during physical training at Leifheit’s recruiting office June 10, 2015. Leifheit, a 28-year-old infant... More
Seattle-area Marines monitor Josh Velhagen, a freshman
Seattle-area Marines monitor Josh Velhagen, a freshman at Cascade High School, and Skyler Martin, a junior at Skyview High School, as they perform pull-ups during a Semper Fidelis All-American football camp at ... More
Wyatt Vogelzang, a Marine enlistee from Seattle, responds
Wyatt Vogelzang, a Marine enlistee from Seattle, responds to a command from Sgt. Aldo Valencia, a drill instructor from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, during a Recruiting Station Seattle pool function at... More
Sgt. Edwin Gonzalez-Dawkins, a senior drill instructor
Sgt. Edwin Gonzalez-Dawkins, a senior drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs high school teachers from Washington, Idaho and Montana to step off his bus after arriving at Marine C... More
Melanie Stam (foreground), Capt. Nick Anthony (middle)
Melanie Stam (foreground), Capt. Nick Anthony (middle) and Ben Stilin (background) hike atop the Sahale Arm in North Cascades National Park, Washington, Sept. 10, 2016. After encountering an exhausted 77-year-o... More
Major General Mark R. Wise briefs Marines aboard USS
Major General Mark R. Wise briefs Marines aboard USS Anchorage prior to the start of ship tours and community relations events August 3, 2017. The activities are part of Seattle Seafair which is an annual event... More
Cpl. Andrew Missler, a percussionist with the Marine
Cpl. Andrew Missler, a percussionist with the Marine Corps Jazz Orchestra, performs at the Pacific Lutheran University Karen Hille Phillips Center, Tacoma, Wash., as part of the band’s West Coast tour, Oct. 4, 2017.
Staff Sgt. Lawrence Lawton presents Principal Dwight
Staff Sgt. Lawrence Lawton presents Principal Dwight Lundstrom a recognition plaque as part of the 2018 Semper Fidelis All-American Program Recognition Tour at Oak Harbor High School, Wash., Nov. 13, 2018.
Bellevue Marines Present Recognition Awards
Staff Sgt. Steven Macherone, a recruiter with Recruiting Substation Bellevue, Recruiting Station Seattle, presents Bothell High School Principal Juan Price and student athlete Liza Yusem recognition plaques as ... More
Staff Sgt. Terrence Taylor, a drill instructor with
Staff Sgt. Terrence Taylor, a drill instructor with Instructional Training Company, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, motivates an enlistee during Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle's Sergeant Major Po... More
Marcus Griffin (left), a standout defensive lineman
Marcus Griffin (left), a standout defensive lineman for the Bellevue High School Wolverines and 17-year-old native of Bellevue, Wash., jokes with teammate Mustafa Branch during an assembly at Bellevue High Scho... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Zachary Dyer (left), marketing
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Zachary Dyer (left), marketing and public affairs representative, and Cpl. Aaron Pillay, supply administration clerk, assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, wait to sign a "... More
Maj. Gen. Mark Brilakis (left), the commanding general
Maj. Gen. Mark Brilakis (left), the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, pins a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal on Sgt. Jason Howton, a recruiter assigned to Marine Corps Permanent Con... More
U.S. Marine Chief Warrant Officer 3 Edward Hayes, the
U.S. Marine Chief Warrant Officer 3 Edward Hayes, the officer in charge of the 1st Marine Division Band, directs the band as they perform the National Anthem before a Major League Baseball game between the Seat... More
U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. David H. Berger (fourth from left),
U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. David H. Berger (fourth from left), the commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, poses with senior military leaders and Seattle Mariners key personnel during a Mariners' Salute t... More
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (left), the commanding general
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (left), the commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, speaks about Marine Week Seattle as Seattle Mayor Ed Murray listens during a press conference at Seattle City Hall, May 7, 20... More
Marcus Griffin, a standout defensive lineman for the
Marcus Griffin, a standout defensive lineman for the Bellevue High School Wolverines and 18-year-old native of Bellevue, Wash., displays his 2013 3A Washington State High School Football Championship ring and a... More
Maj. Daniel "Hungry" Hipol and Capt. Tony "Mimbo" LaVista,
Maj. Daniel "Hungry" Hipol and Capt. Tony "Mimbo" LaVista, AH-1Z Super Cobra attack helicopter pilots with Marine Light Attack Training Squadron 303, answer questions from Seattle-area residents after landing t... More
Sgt. Jonathon Lopez, a drill instructor with Charlie
Sgt. Jonathon Lopez, a drill instructor with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, corrects Spencer Mallory, a poolee from Recruiting Substation Olympia, during ... More
Austin Joyner, a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck
Austin Joyner, a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck High School Tomahawks and 17-year-old native of Marysville, Wash., speaks with Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring prior to receiving his Semper Fidelis All-Amer... More
Sgt. Alex Angle (left center), a recruiter with Recruiting
Sgt. Alex Angle (left center), a recruiter with Recruiting Substation Hayden and Capt. Ryan Sahlberg, the operations officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, render honors as the national anthem play... More
Sgt. Sarah Meyerpeter, a French horn musician with
Sgt. Sarah Meyerpeter, a French horn musician with Marine Band San Diego and 29-year-old Sacramento native, performs during a concert for Central Washington University students in Ellensburg, Washington Feb. 17... More
Sgt. James Campos (right), a Marine recruiter in Yakima,
Sgt. James Campos (right), a Marine recruiter in Yakima, Washington, congratulates West Valley High School senior Shane Lemieux (center) on his participation in the 2015 Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl during ... More
Sgt. Daniel Pluth (right), a Marine recruiter in Tacoma,
Sgt. Daniel Pluth (right), a Marine recruiter in Tacoma, Washington, presents a Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl certificate to Benning Potoae (center), a senior at Lakes High School in Lakewood, Washington, to... More
Sgt. Jeff Otterson (center), a Marine recruiter in
Sgt. Jeff Otterson (center), a Marine recruiter in Marysville, Washington, speaks with student athletes Austin Joyner (right) and Drew Hatch following a ceremony at Marysville-Pilchuck High School March 9, 2015... More
Sgt. Alex Angle (left), a Marine recruiter in Hayden,
Sgt. Alex Angle (left), a Marine recruiter in Hayden, Idaho, talks with Coeur d’Alene High School student athlete Drew Berger about his participation in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl during a school visi... More
Maj. Sung Kim (second from left), the commanding officer
Maj. Sung Kim (second from left), the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, poses with local military leaders after being honored before a Seattle Mariners' Salute to Armed Forces game ... More
Gunnery Sgt. Jose Ledesma (front left), University
Gunnery Sgt. Jose Ledesma (front left), University of Washington’s assistant Marine officer instructor, leads Marine Corps officer candidates toward their barracks during Officer Candidates School preparation a... More
Sgt. Cody Leifheit, a Marine recruiter in Lewiston,
Sgt. Cody Leifheit, a Marine recruiter in Lewiston, Idaho, performs pull-ups during physical training at his recruiting office June 10, 2015. Leifheit, a 28-year-old infantry Marine from Ferndale, Washington, r... More
Alex McGeachy, a freshman at Kentwood High School,
Alex McGeachy, a freshman at Kentwood High School, performs pull-ups during a Semper Fidelis All-American football camp at Hazen High School in Renton, Washington, June 14, 2015. More than 160 players from acro... More
Kyle Minnie (left), Therin George (center) and Nathan
Kyle Minnie (left), Therin George (center) and Nathan Perry, Marine enlistees from Recruiting Substation Spokane, hydrate during a Recruiting Station Seattle pool function at the Yakima Training Center in Yakim... More
Sgt. Leo Andavazo, a drill instructor with Receiving
Sgt. Leo Andavazo, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs high school teachers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana how to stand at the position of attention after their a... More
Ben Stilin (front), Melanie Stam (middle) and Capt.
Ben Stilin (front), Melanie Stam (middle) and Capt. Nick Anthony (rear) hike down a switchback on their way to Cascade Pass in North Cascades National Park, Washington, Sept. 10, 2016. After encountering an exh... More
Major General Mark R. Wise briefs Marines aboard USS
Major General Mark R. Wise briefs Marines aboard USS Anchorage prior to the start of ship tours and community relations events August 3, 2017. The activities are part of Seattle Seafair which is an annual event... More
Cpl. Andrew Missler, a percussionist with the Marine
Cpl. Andrew Missler, a percussionist with the Marine Corps Jazz Orchestra, performs at the Pacific Lutheran University Karen Hille Phillips Center, Tacoma, Wash., as part of the band’s West Coast tour, Oct. 4, 2017.
Staff Sgt. Lawrence Lawton presents Principal Dwight
Staff Sgt. Lawrence Lawton presents Principal Dwight Lundstrom, Naval Junior Reserve Officer's Training Corps student Thomas Kanoa King, and Naval Science Instructor Chief Petty Officer William Thiel recognitio... More
Drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San
Drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego lead enlistees in a warm-up during Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle's Sergeant Major Pool Function on Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Tacoma, Wash.... More
Marcus Griffin, a standout defensive lineman for the
Marcus Griffin, a standout defensive lineman for the Bellevue High School Wolverines and 17-year-old native of Bellevue, Wash., proudly displays the 2014 Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl jersey he received from... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Zachary Dyer (left), marketing
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Zachary Dyer (left), marketing and public affairs representative, and Cpl. Aaron Pillay, supply administration clerk, assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, walk toward Cent... More
Maj. Gen. Mark Brilakis (left), the commanding general
Maj. Gen. Mark Brilakis (left), the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, shakes hands with Sgt. Jason Howton, a recruiter assigned to Marine Corps Permanent Contact Station Port Angeles, Wash.... More
Members of the 1st Marine Division Band pose with the
Members of the 1st Marine Division Band pose with the Mariner Moose, the mascot of Major League Baseball's Seattle Mariners, after performing the National Anthem at a game between the Mariners and Texas Rangers... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin Kuhn and Gunnery Sgt.
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin Kuhn and Gunnery Sgt. Buck Flowers (center), a supply clerk and recruiting staff noncommissioned officer with Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle, wave to the crowd during a Mar... More
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (center), the commanding general
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (center), the commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, and Beth Knox, the president of SeaFair, listen as Seattle Mayor Ed Murray answers questions from Seattle media outlets dur... More
Marcus Griffin (third from left), a standout defensive
Marcus Griffin (third from left), a standout defensive lineman for the Bellevue High School Wolverines and 18-year-old native of Bellevue, Wash., stands alongside his parents and accepts a Semper Fidelis All-Am... More
Sgt. Ryan Loya, a drill instructor with Recruit Training
Sgt. Ryan Loya, a drill instructor with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, corrects a poolee during Recruiting Station Seattle’s annual west side pool function at Foster High Schoo... More
Drew Berger (center), an inside linebacker for the
Drew Berger (center), an inside linebacker for the Coeur d’Alene High School Vikings and 17-year-old native of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, stands alongside his family and receives his Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl... More
Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring (left) congratulates Austin
Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring (left) congratulates Austin Joyner (second from left), a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck High School Tomahawks and 17-year-old native of Marysville, Wash., and his parents Ar... More
Marine Band San Diego's jazz combo performs during
Marine Band San Diego's jazz combo performs during a concert for Central Washington University students in Ellensburg, Washington, Feb. 17, 2015. Following an intensive audition and screening process, Marine Ba... More
Shane Lemieux (center), a senior at West Valley High
Shane Lemieux (center), a senior at West Valley High School in Yakima, Washington, is congratulated by local Marine recruiter Sgt. James Campos and fellow varsity football teammates after Campos presented Lemie... More
Sgt. Daniel Pluth (right), a Marine recruiter in Tacoma,
Sgt. Daniel Pluth (right), a Marine recruiter in Tacoma, Washington, presents a Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl certificate to Benning Potoae (center), a senior at Lakes High School in Lakewood, Washington, to... More
Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a Marine recruiter in Marysville,
Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a Marine recruiter in Marysville, Washington, congratulates Marysville-Pilchuck High School student athlete Austin Joyner on his participation in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl March 9... More
Sgt. Alex Angle, a Marine recruiter in Hayden, Idaho,
Sgt. Alex Angle, a Marine recruiter in Hayden, Idaho, congratulates Coeur d’Alene High School student athlete Drew Berger on his participation in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl during a school visit March... More
Service members from western Washington State line
Service members from western Washington State line the base paths during the opening ceremonies of a Seattle Mariners' Salute to Armed Forces game at Safeco Field in Seattle April 19, 2015. The event included t... More
Wes Pond, a Marine Corps officer candidate from Federal
Wes Pond, a Marine Corps officer candidate from Federal Way, Washington, responds to sergeant instructor Gunnery Sgt. Agustin Juradosegovia’s guidance during Officer Candidates School preparation at Joint Base ... More
Sgt. Cody Leifheit, a Marine recruiter in Lewiston,
Sgt. Cody Leifheit, a Marine recruiter in Lewiston, Idaho, answers questions about the Marine Corps from enlistee Brandon Roberts at his recruiting office June 10, 2015. Leifheit, a 28-year-old infantry Marine ... More
Jason Lu, a junior at Roosevelt High School, lifts
Jason Lu, a junior at Roosevelt High School, lifts an ammunition can during a Semper Fidelis All-American football camp at Hazen High School in Renton, Washington, June 14, 2015. More than 160 players from acro... More
Samantha Holmberg, a Marine enlistee from Auburn, Wash.,
Samantha Holmberg, a Marine enlistee from Auburn, Wash., responds to a command from Sgt. Tina Quevedo, a drill instructor from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., during a Recruiting Station Seattle... More
Sgt. Leo Andavazo, a drill instructor with Receiving
Sgt. Leo Andavazo, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, briefs high school teachers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana on the Marine Corps’ policy on drug use after their arriva... More
Ben Stilin (left), Melanie Stam (center) and Colin
Ben Stilin (left), Melanie Stam (center) and Colin Ayers look out toward Johannesburg Mountain after traversing a talus field in North Cascades National Park, Washington, Sept. 10, 2016. After encountering an e... More
Major General Mark R. Wise briefs Marines aboard USS
Major General Mark R. Wise briefs Marines aboard USS Anchorage prior to the start of ship tours and community relations events August 3, 2017. The activities are part of Seattle Seafair which is an annual event... More
Saxophone instrumentalists with the Marine Corps Jazz
Saxophone instrumentalists with the Marine Corps Jazz Orchestra rest during their performance at the Pacific Lutheran University Karen Hille Phillips Center, Tacoma, Wash., as part of the band’s West Coast tour... More
Staff Sgt. Lawrence Lawton presents Naval Junior Reserve
Staff Sgt. Lawrence Lawton presents Naval Junior Reserve Officer's Training Corps student, and Semper Fidelis All-American, Thomas Kanoa King a recognition plaque as part of the 2018 Semper Fidelis All-American... More
Staff Sgt. Terrence Taylor, a drill instructor with
Staff Sgt. Terrence Taylor, a drill instructor with Instructional Training Company, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, motivates an enlistee during Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle's Sergeant Major Po... More
Marcus Griffin (center), a standout defensive lineman
Marcus Griffin (center), a standout defensive lineman for the Bellevue High School Wolverines, and 17-year-old native of Bellevue, Wash., stands with his family and proudly displays the 2014 Semper Fidelis All-... More
Seattle Seahawks fans hoist a Seahawks flag into the
Seattle Seahawks fans hoist a Seahawks flag into the air during the Seahawks' Super Bowl victory parade in Seattle, Wash., Feb. 5, 2014. Marines from Marine Corps Recruiting Station Seattle joined approximately... More
Sgt. Jason Howton (fourth from left), a recruiter assigned
Sgt. Jason Howton (fourth from left), a recruiter assigned to Marine Corps Permanent Contact Station Port Angeles, Wash., poses with his wife and command members of Marine Corps Recruiting Command and Marine Co... More
U.S. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Benjamin Becker (left), drum
U.S. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Benjamin Becker (left), drum major, 1st Marine Division Band, and Chief Warrant Officer 3 Edward Hayes, band director, walk through Safeco Field after performing the National Anthem at ... More
U.S. Marine, Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard
U.S. Marine, Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard members stand along the baselines during the pre-game ceremony of a Mariners' Salute to Armed Forces Night at Safeco Field in Seattle, April 26, 2014. The even... More
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (center), the commanding general
Lt. Gen. John Toolan (center), the commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, displays the Marine Week Seattle proclamation with Beth Knox (left), the president of SeaFair, and Seattle Mayor Ed Murray ... More
Sgts. Jonathon Lopez (left) and Ryan Loya, drill instructors
Sgts. Jonathon Lopez (left) and Ryan Loya, drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, provide guidance to poolees during Recruiting Station Seattle’s annual west side pool function at Foster H... More
Austin Joyner (jersey number five), a cornerback for
Austin Joyner (jersey number five), a cornerback for the Marysville-Pilchuck High School Tomahawks and 17-year-old native of Marysville, Wash., and classmates honor the national anthem before Joyner received hi... More
Staff Sgt. William Pierce, a bass guitarist with Marine
Staff Sgt. William Pierce, a bass guitarist with Marine Band San Diego and 27-year-old native of Owensboro, Kentucky, performs during a concert for Central Washington University students in Ellensburg, Washingt... More
Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a Marine recruiter in Marysville,
Sgt. Jeff Otterson, a Marine recruiter in Marysville, Washington, congratulates Marysville-Pilchuck High School student athlete Austin Joyner on his participation in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl March 9... More
Pfc. Kendra Van Trojen (left), Pfc. Nicole Compton
Pfc. Kendra Van Trojen (left), Pfc. Nicole Compton (center) and Staff Sgt. Daniel Dinsmore (right) stand among Texas Rangers players during the opening ceremonies of a Seattle Mariners' Salute to Armed Forces g... More
Gunnery Sgt. Jose Ledesma, University of Washington’s
Gunnery Sgt. Jose Ledesma, University of Washington’s assistant Marine officer instructor, prepares Marine Corps officer candidates to hydrate during Officer Candidates School preparation at Joint Base Lewis-Mc... More
Sgt. Cody Leifheit, a Marine recruiter in Lewiston,
Sgt. Cody Leifheit, a Marine recruiter in Lewiston, Idaho, answers enlistee Brandon Roberts’ questions about the Marine Corps at his recruiting office June 10, 2015. Leifheit, a 28-year-old infantry Marine from... More
Korbin Sorensen, a junior at Kamiakin High School,
Korbin Sorensen, a junior at Kamiakin High School, lifts an ammunition can during a Semper Fidelis All-American football camp at Hazen High School in Renton, Washington, June 14, 2015. More than 160 players fro... More
Seung Gwon Cho (center), a Marine enlistee from Lynnwood,
Seung Gwon Cho (center), a Marine enlistee from Lynnwood, Wash., responds to corrections from drill instructors Sgts. Aldo Valencia (left), Julian Taylor (second from left), Donald Jackson (second from right) a... More
High school teachers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho
High school teachers from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana observe drill instructors from Company B, 1st Recruit Training Battalion as they recite the drill instructor oath during Recruiting Station Seattl... More
Melanie Stam (left), Colin Ayers (center) and Ben Stilin
Melanie Stam (left), Colin Ayers (center) and Ben Stilin (left) ascend toward the Quien Sabe Glacier in North Cascades National Park, Washington, Sept. 10, 2016. After encountering an exhausted 77-year-old Norm... More