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Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 374 and Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School go head-to-head for the first time during the Preseason Jamboree at Felix Field, Aug. 27, 2014. Intramural tackle football is scheduled to be hosted every Wednesday at the same field. - Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 374 and Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School go head-to-head for the first time during the Preseason Jamboree at Felix Field, Aug. 27, 2014. Intramural tackle football is scheduled to be hosted every Wednesday at the same field.

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The UH-1N Huey (Right) escorts a UH-1Y Venom (Left) during the final flight of the UH-1N Huey for Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 773, Marine Aircraft Group 49, aboard Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, Aug. 28, 2014. The escort symbolizes the stepping aside of one helicopter platform to allow for an improved version to takes its place. - The UH-1N Huey (Right) escorts a UH-1Y Venom (Left) during the final flight of the UH-1N Huey for Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 773, Marine Aircraft Group 49, aboard Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans, Aug. 28, 2014. The escort symbolizes the stepping aside of one helicopter platform to allow for an improved version to takes its place.

Brigadier Gen. Joaquin F. Malavet, the commanding general of 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade, inspects Marines passing in review during the 1st MEB change of command ceremony aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 29, 2014. Malavet was previously assigned as the principal director, South and Southeast Asia for the Office of the Secretary of Defense-Policy at Washington, D.C. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carson Gramley) - Brigadier Gen. Joaquin F. Malavet, the commanding general of 1st Marine Expeditionary Brigade, inspects Marines passing in review during the 1st MEB change of command ceremony aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 29, 2014. Malavet was previously assigned as the principal director, South and Southeast Asia for the Office of the Secretary of Defense-Policy at Washington, D.C. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carson Gramley)

U.S. Marine Pfc. Ryan Iglesias, left, and Lance Cpl. Jonathan Ripoyla strategize on improving their survival shelter during Mountain Exercise 2014 aboard Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, Calif., Aug. 28, 2014. Iglesias and Ripoyla are both infantry riflemen assigned to 2nd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment will become the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ground combat element in October. Mountain Exercise 2014 develops critical skills the battalion will need during deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emmanuel Ramos/Released) - U.S. Marine Pfc. Ryan Iglesias, left, and Lance Cpl. Jonathan Ripoyla strategize on improving their survival shelter during Mountain Exercise 2014 aboard Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, Calif., Aug. 28, 2014. Iglesias and Ripoyla are both infantry riflemen assigned to 2nd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment will become the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ground combat element in October. Mountain Exercise 2014 develops critical skills the battalion will need during deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emmanuel Ramos/Released)

Children from a local school try on the flight gear worn by MV-22 crew members on an MV-22 Osprey during a tour aboard the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in Valparaiso, Chile, Aug. 25, 2014. The children were given the opportunity to get hands on with several static displays hosted by Marines and Sailors showcasing the capabilities that Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force South brings to the ship. SPMAGTF-South is embarked aboard America in support of her maiden transit “America Visits the Americas.” The transit demonstrates the capabilities that the Navy-Marine Corps team brings to our nation and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Donald Holbert/Released) - Children from a local school try on the flight gear worn by MV-22 crew members on an MV-22 Osprey during a tour aboard the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in Valparaiso, Chile, Aug. 25, 2014. The children were given the opportunity to get hands on with several static displays hosted by Marines and Sailors showcasing the capabilities that Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force South brings to the ship. SPMAGTF-South is embarked aboard America in support of her maiden transit “America Visits the Americas.” The transit demonstrates the capabilities that the Navy-Marine Corps team brings to our nation and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Donald Holbert/Released)

Pvt. Joel A. Lopez, Platoon 3263, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, performs buddy push-ups with his platoon during the Crucible at Marine Corps BaseCamp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 20. Lopez graduates recruit training today, and will then attend Marine Combat Training at Camp Pendleton. Upon completion of MCT, he willcontinue training for his military occupational specialty as a field artillery cannoneer. - Pvt. Joel A. Lopez, Platoon 3263, Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, performs buddy push-ups with his platoon during the Crucible at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 20. Lopez graduates recruit training today, and will then attend Marine Combat Training at Camp Pendleton. Upon completion of MCT, he will continue training for his military occupational specialty as a field artillery cannoneer.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Aug. 27, 2014) – Sailors with Beachmaster Unit 2, Naval Beach Group Two, guide Sgt. William Anderson, a motor transportation operator with Transport Support, Combat Logistics Battalion 26 onto an Improved Navy Lighterage System (INLS) during a loading exercise (LOADEX) aboard Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek Aug. 27. The LOADEX was designed to simulate a Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) mission, in order to train the Marines and Sailors what they need to accomplish during an actual DSCA mission and identify and rectify any shortfalls before the event of a real-world mission. A DSCA mission would occur if a federal agency, on behalf of local civil authorities, made a request to the Department of Defense to fill specific gaps in their abilities to respond to a natural or man-made disaster. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Scott McAdam/Released) - VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Aug. 27, 2014) – Sailors with Beachmaster Unit 2, Naval Beach Group Two, guide Sgt. William Anderson, a motor transportation operator with Transport Support, Combat Logistics Battalion 26 onto an Improved Navy Lighterage System (INLS) during a loading exercise (LOADEX) aboard Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek Aug. 27. The LOADEX was designed to simulate a Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) mission, in order to train the Marines and Sailors what they need to accomplish during an actual DSCA mission and identify and rectify any shortfalls before the event of a real-world mission. A DSCA mission would occur if a federal agency, on behalf of local civil authorities, made a request to the Department of Defense to fill specific gaps in their abilities to respond to a natural or man-made disaster. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Scott McAdam/Released)

Manti Te’o, a San Diego Chargers’ linebacker, signs an autograph for a child during a military appreciation day aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Aug. 27. The Chargers practiced with the MCAS Miramar Falcons before socializing with fans. - Manti Te’o, a San Diego Chargers’ linebacker, signs an autograph for a child during a military appreciation day aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Aug. 27. The Chargers practiced with the MCAS Miramar Falcons before socializing with fans.

The 6th Annual Feds Feed Families Campaign began June 18, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. The campaign, which runs through August, is a voluntary effort undertaken by federal employees to bring nonperishable food items to their offices for distribution to local food banks. The food is used to support food insecure households in the surrounding communities. Donation boxes are located at the Marine Corps Exchanges on MCAS Beaufort and Laurel Bay and the Station Chapel. - The 6th Annual Feds Feed Families Campaign began June 18, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. The campaign, which runs through August, is a voluntary effort undertaken by federal employees to bring nonperishable food items to their offices for distribution to local food banks. The food is used to support food insecure households in the surrounding communities. Donation boxes are located at the Marine Corps Exchanges on MCAS Beaufort and Laurel Bay and the Station Chapel.

In 1986, Richard Burris took the challenge of going through the rigorous 13-week training that is Marine Corps boot camp. Nearly three decades later, Burris’ son followed in those same yellow footsteps that transform young adults into Marines.Now a master gunnery sergeant in the Marine Corps, Burris is known throughout the field of correctional specialists by name and by reputation. His position as the technical advisor at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, speaks well of his experience as a leader. Leadership that spans not only through the enlisted ranks but carries over to officers he has trained while they were junior enlisted. Naturally, his leadership transferred over to his family of five. - In 1986, Richard Burris took the challenge of going through the rigorous 13-week training that is Marine Corps boot camp. Nearly three decades later, Burris’ son followed in those same yellow footsteps that transform young adults into Marines. Now a master gunnery sergeant in the Marine Corps, Burris is known throughout the field of correctional specialists by name and by reputation. His position as the technical advisor at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, speaks well of his experience as a leader. Leadership that spans not only through the enlisted ranks but carries over to officers he has trained while they were junior enlisted. Naturally, his leadership transferred over to his family of five.

Jacklyn Wilson, owner, Crazy Horse Ranch, leads two horses to prepare them for saddle mounting during a volunteer event for Marines at Crazy Horse Ranch. The ranch offers trail rides, personal lessons and occasional clinics for groups, Aug. 24, 2014. - Jacklyn Wilson, owner, Crazy Horse Ranch, leads two horses to prepare them for saddle mounting during a volunteer event for Marines at Crazy Horse Ranch. The ranch offers trail rides, personal lessons and occasional clinics for groups, Aug. 24, 2014.

First Lt. Wayne Quint ran Cross Country in high school, eventually becoming the team captain with his best three-mile time being 16 minutes, eight seconds. He attended the University of California, Los Angles, and went on to earn hid degree in law. Shorty after, he decided to commission in the Marine Corps. - First Lt. Wayne Quint ran Cross Country in high school, eventually becoming the team captain with his best three-mile time being 16 minutes, eight seconds. He attended the University of California, Los Angles, and went on to earn hid degree in law. Shorty after, he decided to commission in the Marine Corps.

Sergeant Steven B. Waddell, with Fleet Support Division, Production Plant Barstow, receives a quilt from Quilts of Valor during Quarterly Awards breakfast, Aug., 20. Quilts of Valor volunteers make quilts for deserving service members around the world. - Sergeant Steven B. Waddell, with Fleet Support Division, Production Plant Barstow, receives a quilt from Quilts of Valor during Quarterly Awards breakfast, Aug., 20. Quilts of Valor volunteers make quilts for deserving service members around the world.

A recruit from Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, attempts to swing to a platform during Gonzalez’s Challenge at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 20. Gonzalez’s Challenge is one of many exercises recruits are required to perform during the Crucible, a 54-hour exercise that is the final test of recruit training. - A recruit from Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, attempts to swing to a platform during Gonzalez’s Challenge at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 20. Gonzalez’s Challenge is one of many exercises recruits are required to perform during the Crucible, a 54-hour exercise that is the final test of recruit training.

Patrons of Marine Corps Base Quantico’s 50M Pool sit on the pool’s edge before swimming laps Aug. 25. - Patrons of Marine Corps Base Quantico’s 50M Pool sit on the pool’s edge before swimming laps Aug. 25.

Col. Clifford Weinstein, commanding officer, 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., left, and Col. Darren Richardson, deputy commander of the 4th Marine Logistics Group, Marine Forces Reserve in New Orleans, and Col. Gerard Wynn, assistant chief of staff for operations and plans at the Marine Corps Forces Command Individual Mobilization Augmentee, engage in a discussion during the “Senior Planners Course” on Aug. 20 at Marine Corps University aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico. - Col. Clifford Weinstein, commanding officer, 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., left, and Col. Darren Richardson, deputy commander of the 4th Marine Logistics Group, Marine Forces Reserve in New Orleans, and Col. Gerard Wynn, assistant chief of staff for operations and plans at the Marine Corps Forces Command Individual Mobilization Augmentee, engage in a discussion during the “Senior Planners Course” on Aug. 20 at Marine Corps University aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.

Carletha Windom accepts a proclamation honoring her late husband, Pfc. James Windom - an original Montford Point Marine - from Col. Don Davis, commanding officer, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, during a ceremony at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, here, Aug. 22. - Carletha Windom accepts a proclamation honoring her late husband, Pfc. James Windom - an original Montford Point Marine - from Col. Don Davis, commanding officer, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, during a ceremony at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, here, Aug. 22.

BLUEMONT, Virginia — Retired Maj. Jennifer Marino, the executive director for Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness, dedicates her life to serving others after 15 years of service as a CH-46 pilot in the Marine Corps. The nonprofit organization provides service members, with combat-stress related injuries, and their families a place to go for the physical, mental, financial and spiritual recovery. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Jose D. Lujano/Released) - BLUEMONT, Virginia — Retired Maj. Jennifer Marino, the executive director for Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness, dedicates her life to serving others after 15 years of service as a CH-46 pilot in the Marine Corps. The nonprofit organization provides service members, with combat-stress related injuries, and their families a place to go for the physical, mental, financial and spiritual recovery. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Jose D. Lujano/Released)

Marines wounded during the landing on Tarawa are towed out on rubber boats by their buddies to larger vessels that will take them to base hospitals for better medical care. November 1943. (Marine Corps)Exact Date Shot UnknownNARA FILE #: 127-G-63454WAR & CONFLICT #: 913 - Marines wounded during the landing on Tarawa are towed out on rubber boats by their buddies to larger vessels that will take them to base hospitals for better medical care. November 1943. (Marine Corps) Exact Date Shot Unknown NARA FILE #: 127-G-63454 WAR & CONFLICT #: 913

Color Guard Marines from Marine Barracks Washington present military honors for Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos during the start of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation announcement ceremony hosted at the Ronald Reagan building in Washington, July 15, 2014. Since 1962 the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation has awarded more than 30,00 scholarships valued at more than 80 million dollars. - Color Guard Marines from Marine Barracks Washington present military honors for Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos during the start of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation announcement ceremony hosted at the Ronald Reagan building in Washington, July 15, 2014. Since 1962 the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation has awarded more than 30,00 scholarships valued at more than 80 million dollars.

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Marines from Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. present the colors during the Pledge of Allegiance at the 9th Annual National Capital Area A Cinderella Ball here, June 8, 2014. The Marines have played a part in A Cinderella Ball since it’s inauguration in 2006. - Marines from Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. present the colors during the Pledge of Allegiance at the 9th Annual National Capital Area A Cinderella Ball here, June 8, 2014. The Marines have played a part in A Cinderella Ball since it’s inauguration in 2006.

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A rose lies on top of a tomb stone at the Arlington National Cemetery May 30, 2014. The cemetery commemorates its 150th anniversary June 15, 2014 and has a rich history of honoring those who served. - A rose lies on top of a tomb stone at the Arlington National Cemetery May 30, 2014. The cemetery commemorates its 150th anniversary June 15, 2014 and has a rich history of honoring those who served.

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Beginning Jan. 4, 2013, all non-deployed Marines and sailors assigned to Marine units, regardless of component, active or Reserve, will be required to wear the appropriate seasonal service uniform each Friday. The service B uniform, otherwise known as “bravos,” consists of a long-sleeve khaki shirt with a tie and trousers and is worn November through March. The service C uniform, popularly referred to as “charlies,” consists of a short-sleeve khaki shirt with trousers and is worn during daylight savings time. - Beginning Jan. 4, 2013, all non-deployed Marines and sailors assigned to Marine units, regardless of component, active or Reserve, will be required to wear the appropriate seasonal service uniform each Friday. The service B uniform, otherwise known as “bravos,” consists of a long-sleeve khaki shirt with a tie and trousers and is worn November through March. The service C uniform, popularly referred to as “charlies,” consists of a short-sleeve khaki shirt with trousers and is worn during daylight savings time.