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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. 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

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

Joe Deutsch, the President of the Society of Health and Physical Educators and U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, pose with a wrestling belt made for the SHAPE 2026 convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026. The U.S. Marine Corps shares the values of healthy living and physical fitness with SHAPE, their long-running partner. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Joe Deutsch, the President of the Society of Health and Physical Educators and U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, pose with a wrestling belt made for the SHAPE 2026 convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026. The U.S. Marine Corps shares the values of healthy living and physical fitness with SHAPE, their long-running partner. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks at the opening general session of the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026.

The SHAPE convention recognizes the work that is essential in building physically and mentally fit youth who are resilient and have the necessary skill to succeed in life.

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks at the opening general session of the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026. The SHAPE convention recognizes the work that is essential in building physically and mentally fit youth who are resilient and have the necessary skill to succeed in life. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen

Attendees at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo attempt the Marine Corps pull-up bar challenge during Military Appreciation Day in Houston, Texas, March 4, 2026. The challenge gave members of the community an opportunity to test their strength while engaging with Marines and learning about the opportunities in the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Attendees at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo attempt the Marine Corps pull-up bar challenge during Military Appreciation Day in Houston, Texas, March 4, 2026. The challenge gave members of the community an opportunity to test their strength while engaging with Marines and learning about the opportunities in the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Maddison Millier, executive officer for Marine Recruiting Station South Texas, 8th Marine Corps District, speaks to students at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston, Texas, March 2, 2026. The performance was in conjunction with school visits to engage with students and highlight career opportunities in the Marine Corps band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Maddison Millier, executive officer for Marine Recruiting Station South Texas, 8th Marine Corps District, speaks to students at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston, Texas, March 2, 2026. The performance was in conjunction with school visits to engage with students and highlight career opportunities in the Marine Corps band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Trekevius A. Colbert, a district training team member with 6th Marine Corps District, recites the oath of reenlistment during a promotion ceremony at the Iwo Jima Monument, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, March 2, 2026. By taking the oath, Colbert reaffirmed his dedication and the enduring values of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Eliel Romero)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Trekevius A. Colbert, a district training team member with 6th Marine Corps District, recites the oath of reenlistment during a promotion ceremony at the Iwo Jima Monument, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, March 2, 2026. By taking the oath, Colbert reaffirmed his dedication and the enduring values of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Eliel Romero)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Eliel Romero

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Alex Porter, a recruiter with Recruiting Station Kansas City, receives the Centurion Award in Kansas City, Missouri, Feb. 21, 2026. The title "Centurion" is awarded to Marines who write 100 or more contracts during their 36 months on recruiting duty. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Alex Porter, a recruiter with Recruiting Station Kansas City, receives the Centurion Award in Kansas City, Missouri, Feb. 21, 2026. The title "Centurion" is awarded to Marines who write 100 or more contracts during their 36 months on recruiting duty. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, and Dr. Kendy Vierling, principal advisor of Military Manpower and Personnel, award Staff Sgt. Luis A. BonesMerced, a canvassing recruiter and assistant station commander for Recruiting Substation Petersburg, and Sgt. Jose A. ArguetaMejia, an operations clerk with Recruiting Station Richmond, with Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals in Richmond, Virginia, Feb. 19, 2026. These Marines were recognized for their superior performance and direct contribution to mission success of RS Richmond.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, and Dr. Kendy Vierling, principal advisor of Military Manpower and Personnel, award Staff Sgt. Luis A. BonesMerced, a canvassing recruiter and assistant station commander for Recruiting Substation Petersburg, and Sgt. Jose A. ArguetaMejia, an operations clerk with Recruiting Station Richmond, with Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals in Richmond, Virginia, Feb. 19, 2026. These Marines were recognized for their superior performance and direct contribution to mission success of RS Richmond.

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