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U.S Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Matthew Bush, with Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, gives orders to Mini- Officer Candidate School event attendees at Fort Smith, Arkansas, on March 27, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

U.S Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Matthew Bush, with Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, gives orders to Mini- Officer Candidate School event attendees at Fort Smith, Arkansas, on March 27, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman

U.S. Marines, British Royal Marines and Royal Sailors meet for the United Kingdom Armed Forces Recruiting Delegation at Marine Corps Recruiting Command on Marine Corps Base Quantico, May 11, 2026. The British Delegation and the United States Marine Corps share a long-standing partnership. The Royal Marines and the Royal Sailors visited MCRC to discuss recruiting and retention efforts between the two organizations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hana Lathrop)

U.S. Marines, British Royal Marines and Royal Sailors meet for the United Kingdom Armed Forces Recruiting Delegation at Marine Corps Recruiting Command on Marine Corps Base Quantico, May 11, 2026. The British Delegation and the United States Marine Corps share a long-standing partnership. The Royal Marines and the Royal Sailors visited MCRC to discuss recruiting and retention efforts between the two organizations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hana Lathrop)

Photo by Cpl. Hana Lathrop

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Matthew C. Weber, commanding officer of Recruiting Station Jacksonville, administers the oath of enlistment to applicants at the Military Entrance Processing Station in Jacksonville, Florida, May 5, 2026. The Oath of Enlistment is a significant milestone for applicants, representing their formal commitment to serve and defend the Constitution of the United States as they begin their journey toward earning the title of Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cody Purcell)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Matthew C. Weber, commanding officer of Recruiting Station Jacksonville, administers the oath of enlistment to applicants at the Military Entrance Processing Station in Jacksonville, Florida, May 5, 2026. The Oath of Enlistment is a significant milestone for applicants, representing their formal commitment to serve and defend the Constitution of the United States as they begin their journey toward earning the title of Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cody Purcell)

Photo by Sgt. Cody Purcell

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Daniel Gonzalez, a logistics specialist with MACG-48, places toys in a collection bin during a Toys for Tots drive in Lincolnshire, Illinois, on Dec 7, 2025. Toys for Tots is a charitable program founded by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1947 to bring unwrapped toys to children in need. It has grown into a nationwide effort that distributes millions of toys each year, symbolizing generosity and holiday spirit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Daniel Gonzalez, a logistics specialist with MACG-48, places toys in a collection bin during a Toys for Tots drive in Lincolnshire, Illinois, on Dec 7, 2025. Toys for Tots is a charitable program founded by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1947 to bring unwrapped toys to children in need. It has grown into a nationwide effort that distributes millions of toys each year, symbolizing generosity and holiday spirit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman

Marine poolees with Recruiting Station Salt Lake City stand in formation during a pool function at Cheyenne High School in North Las Vegas, Nevada, May 2, 2026. The pool function provided an opportunity for future Marines to build camaraderie and prepare for recruit training by competing in athletic competitions and attending military classes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Marine poolees with Recruiting Station Salt Lake City stand in formation during a pool function at Cheyenne High School in North Las Vegas, Nevada, May 2, 2026. The pool function provided an opportunity for future Marines to build camaraderie and prepare for recruit training by competing in athletic competitions and attending military classes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

Marines, Sailors, and civilians of Marine Corps Recruiting Command support Denim Day during Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 29, 2026. Denim Day is an internationally recognized Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month event, encouraging people to wear denim as a visible means of protesting misconceptions surrounding sexual violence and expressing support for sexual assault survivors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Marines, Sailors, and civilians of Marine Corps Recruiting Command support Denim Day during Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 29, 2026. Denim Day is an internationally recognized Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month event, encouraging people to wear denim as a visible means of protesting misconceptions surrounding sexual violence and expressing support for sexual assault survivors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ethan Carr, a physical training instructor with Officer Candidate School, oversees officer candidates performing planks during a physical fitness test at a Mini-Officer Candidate School event at Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center in Warrenton, Oregon, April 25, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Monserrath Mora)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ethan Carr, a physical training instructor with Officer Candidate School, oversees officer candidates performing planks during a physical fitness test at a Mini-Officer Candidate School event at Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center in Warrenton, Oregon, April 25, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Monserrath Mora)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Monserrath Mora

U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates participate in a hike during a Mini-Officer Candidate School event at Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center in Warrenton, Oregon, April 25, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Monserrath Mora)

U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates participate in a hike during a Mini-Officer Candidate School event at Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center in Warrenton, Oregon, April 25, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Monserrath Mora)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Monserrath Mora

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Benjamin Schoffstall, a musician technical assistant liaison assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Command, left, speaks with attendees at the annual Bring Your Child to Work Day event at the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., April 23, 2026. The event allowed the children of Pentagon employees to spend the day with their parents and enjoy attractions from the various branches of service and local high schools. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Aidan Hekker)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Benjamin Schoffstall, a musician technical assistant liaison assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Command, left, speaks with attendees at the annual Bring Your Child to Work Day event at the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., April 23, 2026. The event allowed the children of Pentagon employees to spend the day with their parents and enjoy attractions from the various branches of service and local high schools. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Aidan Hekker)

Photo by Sgt. Aidan Hekker

U.S. Marine Corps recruiters with Recruiting Station Frederick engage with student-athletes during the Marine Corps Sports Leadership Academy wrestling event at Robinson Secondary School in Fairfax, Virginia, April 18, 2026. The event provided students the opportunity to refine their wrestling skills while participating in leadership discussions with Marines, fostering discipline, resilience, and personal growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Samantha Pollich)

U.S. Marine Corps recruiters with Recruiting Station Frederick engage with student-athletes during the Marine Corps Sports Leadership Academy wrestling event at Robinson Secondary School in Fairfax, Virginia, April 18, 2026. The event provided students the opportunity to refine their wrestling skills while participating in leadership discussions with Marines, fostering discipline, resilience, and personal growth. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Samantha Pollich)

Photo by Cpl. Samantha Pollich

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, left, speaks to members of the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics during a visit to Officer Candidate School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 13, 2026. Field gave opening remarks, introducing the attendees to the Marine Corps, explaining opportunities as well as answering questions they had about the organization. NACDA serves as the professional association for those in the field of athletics administration, providing educational opportunities and serves as a vehicle for networking and the exchange of information to others in the profession. The Marine Corps seeks to connect with athletic directors, so they return to their schools and communities better equipped to tell the Marine Corps story, ultimately becoming cornerstone advocates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, left, speaks to members of the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics during a visit to Officer Candidate School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 13, 2026. Field gave opening remarks, introducing the attendees to the Marine Corps, explaining opportunities as well as answering questions they had about the organization. NACDA serves as the professional association for those in the field of athletics administration, providing educational opportunities and serves as a vehicle for networking and the exchange of information to others in the profession. The Marine Corps seeks to connect with athletic directors, so they return to their schools and communities better equipped to tell the Marine Corps story, ultimately becoming cornerstone advocates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Julisa Leon, a drill instructor with Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, instructs poolees with Recruiting Station Louisville, 4th Marine Corps District, during a statewide annual pool function in Richmond, Kentucky, April 10, 2026. The purpose of the pool function was to build camaraderie and healthy competition while preparing poolees for the mental and physical rigors of recruit training. Leon is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Allegra Catalan-Dyson).

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Julisa Leon, a drill instructor with Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, instructs poolees with Recruiting Station Louisville, 4th Marine Corps District, during a statewide annual pool function in Richmond, Kentucky, April 10, 2026. The purpose of the pool function was to build camaraderie and healthy competition while preparing poolees for the mental and physical rigors of recruit training. Leon is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Allegra Catalan-Dyson).

Photo by Cpl. Allegra CatalanDyson

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brad Tischer, the enhanced marketing vehicle chief for 9th Marine Corps District, briefs a student on Battle Positions, a virtual reality pugil stick experience during Draft Day, a career fair, at Lake Hamilton High School, Pearcy, Arkansas, April 9, 2026. Students, local community members and businesses gathered for the annual event, which connected Lake Hamilton School District students with career opportunities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brad Tischer, the enhanced marketing vehicle chief for 9th Marine Corps District, briefs a student on Battle Positions, a virtual reality pugil stick experience during Draft Day, a career fair, at Lake Hamilton High School, Pearcy, Arkansas, April 9, 2026. Students, local community members and businesses gathered for the annual event, which connected Lake Hamilton School District students with career opportunities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command gather with coaches following the Marines "Fit To Win: Morning Workout" session during the 2026 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Convention in Phoenix, April 3, 2026. Marines host Fit to Win sessions as a way to connect with coaches on a deeper level by exposing them to physical fitness and leadership training. The partnership between Marine Corps Recruiting Command and WBCA is designed to help connect Marines with coaches, so the coaches return to their schools and communities better equipped to tell the Marine Corps story, ultimately becoming cornerstone advocates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Command gather with coaches following the Marines "Fit To Win: Morning Workout" session during the 2026 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Convention in Phoenix, April 3, 2026. Marines host Fit to Win sessions as a way to connect with coaches on a deeper level by exposing them to physical fitness and leadership training. The partnership between Marine Corps Recruiting Command and WBCA is designed to help connect Marines with coaches, so the coaches return to their schools and communities better equipped to tell the Marine Corps story, ultimately becoming cornerstone advocates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Brianna Allen, Marine officer instructor at the University of South Carolina, far right, moderates a panel of approximately 40 coaches including Molly Miller, head women’s basketball coach at Arizona State University, far left, Chris Meadow, assistant women’s basketball coach at Georgia Institute of Technology, left, and Danielle Bishop, head women’s basketball coach at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, right during the Fit to Win: Building Resilient Teams session at the 2026 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Convention in Phoenix, April 3, 2026. The WBCA convention recognizes the work that is essential in building physically and mentally fit youth who are resilient and have the necessary skills to succeed in life. Marine Corps Recruiting Command seeks to connect with coaches through the national partnership program, so they return to their schools and communities better equipped to tell the Marine Corps story, ultimately becoming cornerstone advocates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Brianna Allen, Marine officer instructor at the University of South Carolina, far right, moderates a panel of approximately 40 coaches including Molly Miller, head women’s basketball coach at Arizona State University, far left, Chris Meadow, assistant women’s basketball coach at Georgia Institute of Technology, left, and Danielle Bishop, head women’s basketball coach at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, right during the Fit to Win: Building Resilient Teams session at the 2026 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Convention in Phoenix, April 3, 2026. The WBCA convention recognizes the work that is essential in building physically and mentally fit youth who are resilient and have the necessary skills to succeed in life. Marine Corps Recruiting Command seeks to connect with coaches through the national partnership program, so they return to their schools and communities better equipped to tell the Marine Corps story, ultimately becoming cornerstone advocates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Aaron C. Lloyd, left, commanding officer of 9th Marine Corps District, leads a formation during a 15-kilometer hike at Rock Cut State Park in Caledonia, Illinois, April 3, 2026. Marines with the district conducted the hike to maintain unit physical fitness and mission readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Aaron C. Lloyd, left, commanding officer of 9th Marine Corps District, leads a formation during a 15-kilometer hike at Rock Cut State Park in Caledonia, Illinois, April 3, 2026. Marines with the district conducted the hike to maintain unit physical fitness and mission readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

Educators with Recruiting Stations Nashville, Indianapolis, and Louisville, 4th Marine Corps District, stand at attention during educators workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, April 1, 2026. Educators Workshop provides an opportunity for high school teachers and school administrators to experience and gain insight into some of the challenges recruits face during Marine Corps recruit training. Attendees of the workshop can inform their students about the benefits and opportunities the Marine Corps can provide. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Allegra Catalan-Dyson).

Educators with Recruiting Stations Nashville, Indianapolis, and Louisville, 4th Marine Corps District, stand at attention during educators workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, April 1, 2026. Educators Workshop provides an opportunity for high school teachers and school administrators to experience and gain insight into some of the challenges recruits face during Marine Corps recruit training. Attendees of the workshop can inform their students about the benefits and opportunities the Marine Corps can provide. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Allegra Catalan-Dyson).

Photo by Cpl. Allegra CatalanDyson

Marine Corps Recruiting Command leadership stand with the Sexual Assault and Prevention and Response coordinators after the signing of the MCRC SAPR Proclamation at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., March 31, 2026. The proclamation states that this April will be Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and the meeting highlighted this year’s theme of “STEP FORWARD. Prevent. Report. Advocate.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Marine Corps Recruiting Command leadership stand with the Sexual Assault and Prevention and Response coordinators after the signing of the MCRC SAPR Proclamation at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., March 31, 2026. The proclamation states that this April will be Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and the meeting highlighted this year’s theme of “STEP FORWARD. Prevent. Report. Advocate.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Devontay Dixon, supply chief with Recruiting Station Seattle, speaks to poolees during the RS Seattle annual pool function in Renton, Washington, March 28, 2026. The annual pool function is an opportunity for future Marines to build camaraderie, strengthen their commitment to the Marine Corps, and prepare for recruit training by competing in athletic competitions and receiving military related periods of instruction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aimee Jordan)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Devontay Dixon, supply chief with Recruiting Station Seattle, speaks to poolees during the RS Seattle annual pool function in Renton, Washington, March 28, 2026. The annual pool function is an opportunity for future Marines to build camaraderie, strengthen their commitment to the Marine Corps, and prepare for recruit training by competing in athletic competitions and receiving military related periods of instruction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aimee Jordan)

Photo by Cpl. Aimee Jordan

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Evita Mosqueda, the Assistant Event Coordinator, Marine Forces South, speaks to educators at a Fit-to-Win talk about resiliency at the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 19, 2026. The Fit-to-Win program is used in conjunction with several national partnership to highlight the Marine Corps’ values of mental and physical resiliency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Evita Mosqueda, the Assistant Event Coordinator, Marine Forces South, speaks to educators at a Fit-to-Win talk about resiliency at the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 19, 2026. The Fit-to-Win program is used in conjunction with several national partnership to highlight the Marine Corps’ values of mental and physical resiliency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen

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