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Timothy A. Bodenhamer, a future Marine with Recruiting Sub-Station Costa Mesa, Recruiting Station Orange County, poses for a photo in Costa Mesa, California on Dec. 10, 2021. Staff Sgt. Aaron Cerulle, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Costa Mesa, Recruiting Station Orange County, exclaims Bodenhamer is one of the most motivated future Marines within the Delayed Entry Program, and is driven towards being a part of a new founded family tradition by following in his brother's footsteps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Sarah Ralph) - Timothy A. Bodenhamer, a future Marine with Recruiting Sub-Station Costa Mesa, Recruiting Station Orange County, poses for a photo in Costa Mesa, California on Dec. 10, 2021. Staff Sgt. Aaron Cerulle, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Costa Mesa, Recruiting Station Orange County, exclaims Bodenhamer is one of the most motivated future Marines within the Delayed Entry Program, and is driven towards being a part of a new founded family tradition by following in his brother's footsteps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Sarah Ralph)

MOTIVATION AND TRADITION DRIVES FUTURE MARINES

Timothy Bodenhamer knew at a young age that he wanted to join the United States Marine Corps. When Bodenhamer was a sophomore in high school, his older brother, Torsten, a senior at the time, decided he wanted to become a Marine. When Torsten became a part of the Delayed Entry Program (DEP), a program that prepares future Marines for the rigors of recruit training, he was inspired. His older brother went to recruit training in October of 2019, and went on to become a communications Marine. Through the past few years, Bodenhamer has stayed in contact with his older brother, who is currently stationed in Lejune, North Carolina, and was consistently being mentored by him to consider the Marine Corps.

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U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates with Lima Company participate in a close order drill competition at Officer Candidates School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 9, 2021. Close order drill instills discipline by increasing precision, response to orders and confidence within the candidates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Tia Dufour) - U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates with Lima Company participate in a close order drill competition at Officer Candidates School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 9, 2021. Close order drill instills discipline by increasing precision, response to orders and confidence within the candidates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Tia Dufour)

Marine Recruiting achieves historic success in diversity representation

The Marine Corps’ most lethal weapon is – and will always remain – the individual Ma-rine. Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) continues to meet the accession needs of the Marine Corps while consistently recruiting a diversified force, creating equity in recruiting processes, and cultivating a culture of inclusion.

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“If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you,” Fred DeVito. Private Brian J. Rodriguez-Martinez of Recruiting Sub Station Bakersfield East, Recruiting Station Los Angeles, and graduate of East Bakersfield High School challenged himself to losing more than 70 pounds and earning the title of United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released) - “If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you,” Fred DeVito. Private Brian J. Rodriguez-Martinez of Recruiting Sub Station Bakersfield East, Recruiting Station Los Angeles, and graduate of East Bakersfield High School challenged himself to losing more than 70 pounds and earning the title of United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

East Bakersfield High School Graduate loses more than 70 pounds, becomes a Marine

Setting a goal is simple, but being able to accomplish that goal can become a challenge. We become interrupted by life’s distractions, and instead of working toward accomplishing our goal, we replace it with excuses. Few are able to push through adversity by dedicating their time and effort in taking the next steps toward accomplishing that goal.

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