U.S. Marines with Task Force Koa Moana 23 pose for a photograph at the conclusion of a promotion ceremony for Cpl. Trent Henry, a native of El Paso, Texas and a combat photographer with the task force, atop Bloody Nose Ridge in Peleliu, Palau, Sept. 1, 2023. Task Force Koa Moana 23, composed of U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, deployed to the Indo-Pacific to strengthen relationships with Pacific Island partners through bilateral and multilateral security cooperation and community engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Courtney G. White) - U.S. Marines with Task Force Koa Moana 23 pose for a photograph at the conclusion of a promotion ceremony for Cpl. Trent Henry, a native of El Paso, Texas and a combat photographer with the task force, atop Bloody Nose Ridge in Peleliu, Palau, Sept. 1, 2023. Task Force Koa Moana 23, composed of U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, deployed to the Indo-Pacific to strengthen relationships with Pacific Island partners through bilateral and multilateral security cooperation and community engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Courtney G. White)
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Albert Ludwig, a Martial Arts Instructor with MAF-C, operates the Marine Corps booth during the USA Wrestling Junior & 16U National Championships, sponsored by the Marine Corps, on July 15, 2023. The Marine Corps' partnership with USA Wrestling started in 2017 as a way for Marines to develop new relationships with wrestling coaches. These partnerships ensure the coaches of the next generation of Marines know Marine Corps opportunities and provide advocacy and support recruiter access to prospective audiences, which is critical to our nation's defense. - U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Albert Ludwig, a Martial Arts Instructor with MAF-C, operates the Marine Corps booth during the USA Wrestling Junior & 16U National Championships, sponsored by the Marine Corps, on July 15, 2023. The Marine Corps' partnership with USA Wrestling started in 2017 as a way for Marines to develop new relationships with wrestling coaches. These partnerships ensure the coaches of the next generation of Marines know Marine Corps opportunities and provide advocacy and support recruiter access to prospective audiences, which is critical to our nation's defense.
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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ayline Mota, Marine Corps Recruiting Commanding Supply Chief, receives award from Maj. Gen. William J. Bowers, MCRC Commanding General, and Sgt. Maj. Adan F. Moreno, MCRC Sergeant Major, at James Wesley Marsh center, on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., September 30. Marines and civilians receive awards for their contribution and dedication to MCRC after making mission for fiscal year 2022. - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ayline Mota, Marine Corps Recruiting Commanding Supply Chief, receives award from Maj. Gen. William J. Bowers, MCRC Commanding General, and Sgt. Maj. Adan F. Moreno, MCRC Sergeant Major, at James Wesley Marsh center, on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., September 30. Marines and civilians receive awards for their contribution and dedication to MCRC after making mission for fiscal year 2022.
The Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. David H. Berger delivers his remarks during the Marine Corps Recruiting Command Change of Command Ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., on July 21, 2022. Major General Bohm served as the commanding general of MCRC from July 2020 to July 2022 and will soon assume command as the Inspector General for the Marine Corps. - The Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. David H. Berger delivers his remarks during the Marine Corps Recruiting Command Change of Command Ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., on July 21, 2022. Major General Bohm served as the commanding general of MCRC from July 2020 to July 2022 and will soon assume command as the Inspector General for the Marine Corps.
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Amos R. Mason, Head of Naval Enlisted Programs, guides a naval sea cadet on how to properly use a compass at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Oct. 23, Va. Marine Corps Recruiting Command volunteered to provide mentorship and training during the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps' three-day field training exercise. - U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Amos R. Mason, Head of Naval Enlisted Programs, guides a naval sea cadet on how to properly use a compass at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Oct. 23, Va. Marine Corps Recruiting Command volunteered to provide mentorship and training during the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps' three-day field training exercise.
Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. David H. Berger, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, address Marine Corps Recruiting Command leaders at the command’s National Operations and Training Symposium held in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 20. In addition to discussing the current state of the Corps and the Commandant’s vision for Force Design 2030, Gen. Berger and Sgt. Maj. Black assisted MCRC leadership with presenting Superior Achiever Awards to top performing Recruiting Station Commanders. Superior Achiever awards are presented annually to recognize outstanding leadership, which directly impact recruiting mission success. - Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. David H. Berger, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, address Marine Corps Recruiting Command leaders at the command’s National Operations and Training Symposium held in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 20. In addition to discussing the current state of the Corps and the Commandant’s vision for Force Design 2030, Gen. Berger and Sgt. Maj. Black assisted MCRC leadership with presenting Superior Achiever Awards to top performing Recruiting Station Commanders. Superior Achiever awards are presented annually to recognize outstanding leadership, which directly impact recruiting mission success.
Private First Class Hernandez holds up her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor with pride on Parris Island S.C. Aug. 6, 2021. The EGA is the official emblem and insignia of the United States Marine Corps. - Private First Class Hernandez holds up her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor with pride on Parris Island S.C. Aug. 6, 2021. The EGA is the official emblem and insignia of the United States Marine Corps.
U.S. Marines receive a brief about their responsibilities from Recruiting Substation Woodbridge’s staff noncommissioned officer in charge, Gunnery Sgt. Jonathan Gwin, at RSS Stafford in Va., Nov. 17. - U.S. Marines receive a brief about their responsibilities from Recruiting Substation Woodbridge’s staff noncommissioned officer in charge, Gunnery Sgt. Jonathan Gwin, at RSS Stafford in Va., Nov. 17.
Sgt. Brian Kunst, a recruiter from Recruiting Station Salt Lake City answers questions following particpation in "Reload Drops In With the Marine Corps," a two-day Call of Duty: Warzone gaming tournament hosted online by Esports Stadium Arlington in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps. - Sgt. Brian Kunst, a recruiter from Recruiting Station Salt Lake City answers questions following particpation in "Reload Drops In With the Marine Corps," a two-day Call of Duty: Warzone gaming tournament hosted online by Esports Stadium Arlington in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps.
Marine Staff Sgt. Dimitri Armstead makes telephone calls while prospecting from the office, Nov. 21. - Marine Staff Sgt. Dimitri Armstead makes telephone calls while prospecting from the office, Nov. 21.
A U.S. Marine recruiter converses with an attendee during Ultimatum II, a Smash Ultimate Tournament hosted by Esports Stadium Arlington, in Arlington, Texas, December 27. - A U.S. Marine recruiter converses with an attendee during Ultimatum II, a Smash Ultimate Tournament hosted by Esports Stadium Arlington, in Arlington, Texas, December 27.
Marine Sgt. Amber Haddix, Sgt. Bree-Anna Perez, Sgt. Norma Gavilanes and Sgt. Carly Jones, all drill instructors at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, march onto the Amalie Arena basketball court bearing rifles and the national ensign and Marine Corps colors for the national anthem at the National Collegiate Athletic Association Women’s Final Four Basketball Tournament Championship in Tampa, Florida, April 7, 2019. The tournament ran in conjunction with the 2019 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Convention. The Marine Corps Recruiting Command has taken deliberate actions to increase diversity accessions and outreach by partnering with and attending engagement events such as WBCA, reprioritizing elements of advertising programs, increasing awareness of scholarships opportunities, and analyzing prospects and processing. The WBCA’s mission is to promote women’s basketball by unifying coaches at all levels to develop a reputable identity for the sport and to foster and promote the development of the game of basketball as a sport for women and girls. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Naomi May) - Marine Sgt. Amber Haddix, Sgt. Bree-Anna Perez, Sgt. Norma Gavilanes and Sgt. Carly Jones, all drill instructors at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, march onto the Amalie Arena basketball court bearing rifles and the national ensign and Marine Corps colors for the national anthem at the National Collegiate Athletic Association Women’s Final Four Basketball Tournament Championship in Tampa, Florida, April 7, 2019. The tournament ran in conjunction with the 2019 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Convention. The Marine Corps Recruiting Command has taken deliberate actions to increase diversity accessions and outreach by partnering with and attending engagement events such as WBCA, reprioritizing elements of advertising programs, increasing awareness of scholarships opportunities, and analyzing prospects and processing. The WBCA’s mission is to promote women’s basketball by unifying coaches at all levels to develop a reputable identity for the sport and to foster and promote the development of the game of basketball as a sport for women and girls. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Naomi May)
The Marine Corps partners with organizations that share its core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Rugby, which is well-known for instilling discipline, physical fitness, and mental toughness on its players, was a natural choice for the Marines. As an official partner of USAR, Marines will have the opportunities to attend several USAR events such as training and education seminars, college championships, and high school regional cup tournaments. - Sgt. Maj. Mike Lanpolsaen (left), Maj. Gen. Paul Kennedy, Dan Payne, Maj. Benjamin Heredia and Sgt. Maj. Jon Jerome pose for a photo during the USA Rugby 2018 National Development Summit in Denver, Colorado, January 19, 2018. During the summit, Kennedy announced a new partnership between the Marine Corps and USA Rugby. The Marine Corps partners with organizations that share its core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Rugby, which is well-known for instilling discipline, physical fitness, and mental toughness on its players, was a natural choice for the Marines. As an official partner of USAR, Marines will have the opportunities to attend several USAR events such as training and education seminars, college championships, and high school regional cup tournaments. Lanpolsaen is the sergeant major of Marine Corps Recruiting Command . Kennedy is the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command. Payne is the chief executive officer of USAR. Heredia is the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Denver. Jerome is the sergeant major of Recruiting Station Denver.
Capt. Erin Demchko portrays a convoy commander engaged in a firefight during the filming of "Battle Up," a new commercial published by the Marine Corps Recruiting Command May 12, 2017. "Battle Up," like the other work in the recently-launched campaign, is aimed at the recruitable population and their influencers – parents, teachers, coaches and community leaders. - Capt. Erin Demchko portrays a convoy commander engaged in a firefight during the filming of "Battle Up," a new commercial published by the Marine Corps Recruiting Command May 12, 2017. "Battle Up," like the other work in the recently-launched campaign, is aimed at the recruitable population and their influencers – parents, teachers, coaches and community leaders.
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students recreate the flag raising on Mount Suribachi as part of their float during the 2015 Chicago Memorial Day Parade May 23, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. The annual parade is considered one of the largest in the nation and attracts thousands of visitors each year to remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for American freedom. - Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students recreate the flag raising on Mount Suribachi as part of their float during the 2015 Chicago Memorial Day Parade May 23, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. The annual parade is considered one of the largest in the nation and attracts thousands of visitors each year to remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for American freedom.
Staff Sgt. Jose Flores, non-prior service recruiter, Recruiting Station Substation Patchogue, New York, was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for being named the Non-Prior Service Recruiter of the Year for FY14 on Jan. 29 at the Clubs at Quantico during the Combined Awards Ceremony. Flores was also meritoriously promoted from the rank of sergeant to staff sergeant. - Staff Sgt. Jose Flores, non-prior service recruiter, Recruiting Station Substation Patchogue, New York, was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for being named the Non-Prior Service Recruiter of the Year for FY14 on Jan. 29 at the Clubs at Quantico during the Combined Awards Ceremony. Flores was also meritoriously promoted from the rank of sergeant to staff sergeant.
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