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The 18th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Ronald L. Green, poses with Marines assigned to Recruiting Station Orange County, Calif., Jan 28, 2016. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Melissa Marnell, Office of the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps/Released)

The 18th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Ronald L. Green, poses with Marines assigned to Recruiting Station Orange County, Calif., Jan 28, 2016. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Melissa Marnell, Office of the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps/Released)

Photo by Sgt. Melissa Marnell

SgtMaj Wright

SgtMaj Wright

Photo by Sgt. Tyler Vernaza

Acting Sergeant Major of RS Orange County.

Acting Sergeant Major of RS Orange County.

Photo by Sgt Vanessa Jimenez

Acting Sergeant Major of RS San Francisco

Acting Sergeant Major of RS San Francisco

Photo by Sgt. Alfred Lopez

Sgt. DeMonte R. Cheeley stands for a photo after receiving the Purple Heart medal Jan. 26, 2016, at a ceremony in Chattanooga, Tenn. Cheeley received the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained during a July 16, 2015 attack in Chattanooga at the Armed Forces Career Center where he works. An investigation conducted by the FBI and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service determined the attack had been inspired by a foreign terrorist group making Cheeley eligible for the Purple Heart. Cheeley is a Marine recruiter with Recruiting Substation Chattanooga, Recruiting Station Nashville, Tenn. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released)

Sgt. DeMonte R. Cheeley stands for a photo after receiving the Purple Heart medal Jan. 26, 2016, at a ceremony in Chattanooga, Tenn. Cheeley received the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained during a July 16, 2015 attack in Chattanooga at the Armed Forces Career Center where he works. An investigation conducted by the FBI and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service determined the attack had been inspired by a foreign terrorist group making Cheeley eligible for the Purple Heart. Cheeley is a Marine recruiter with Recruiting Substation Chattanooga, Recruiting Station Nashville, Tenn. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Diamond Peden

Sgt. DeMonte R. Cheeley is presented the Purple Heart medal by Brig. Gen. Terry V. Williams Jan. 26, 2015, at a ceremony in Chattanooga, Tenn. Cheeley received the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained during a July 16, 2015 attack in Chattanooga at the Armed Forces Career Center where he works. An investigation conducted by the FBI and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service determined the attack had been inspired by a foreign terrorist group making Cheeley eligible for the Purple Heart. Cheeley is a Recruiting Substation Chattanooga recruiter in Chattanooga, Tenn. Williams is the Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released)

Sgt. DeMonte R. Cheeley is presented the Purple Heart medal by Brig. Gen. Terry V. Williams Jan. 26, 2015, at a ceremony in Chattanooga, Tenn. Cheeley received the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained during a July 16, 2015 attack in Chattanooga at the Armed Forces Career Center where he works. An investigation conducted by the FBI and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service determined the attack had been inspired by a foreign terrorist group making Cheeley eligible for the Purple Heart. Cheeley is a Recruiting Substation Chattanooga recruiter in Chattanooga, Tenn. Williams is the Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Diamond Peden

Sgt. Maj. Spencer J. Beacham (center), the outgoing senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, renders honors to Lt. Col. Eric C. Hastings, 12th Marine Corps District commanding officer, and Sgt. Maj. Willie T. Ward III, 12th MCD sergeant major, during a passage of command ceremony in Seal Beach, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. During the ceremony, Beacham, from Dothan, Ala., was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal and relinquished duties to Sgt. Maj. Jason A. Politte.

Sgt. Maj. Spencer J. Beacham (center), the outgoing senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, renders honors to Lt. Col. Eric C. Hastings, 12th Marine Corps District commanding officer, and Sgt. Maj. Willie T. Ward III, 12th MCD sergeant major, during a passage of command ceremony in Seal Beach, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. During the ceremony, Beacham, from Dothan, Ala., was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal and relinquished duties to Sgt. Maj. Jason A. Politte.

Photo by Sgt. Vanessa Jimenez

Sgt. Maj. Jason A. Politte (right), the incoming enlisted leader of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, receives the sword of office from Maj. James Dollard, his commanding officer, during a relief and appointment ceremony in Seal Beach, Calif. Jan. 15, 2016. During the ceremony, Sgt. Maj. Spencer J. Beacham, from Dothan, Ala., was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal and relinquished duties to Politte.

Sgt. Maj. Jason A. Politte (right), the incoming enlisted leader of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, receives the sword of office from Maj. James Dollard, his commanding officer, during a relief and appointment ceremony in Seal Beach, Calif. Jan. 15, 2016. During the ceremony, Sgt. Maj. Spencer J. Beacham, from Dothan, Ala., was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal and relinquished duties to Politte.

Photo by Sgt. Vanessa Jimenez

Sgt. Maj. Spencer J. Beacham (center), the outgoing senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, returns the sword of office to Maj. James Dollard, his commanding officer, during a relief and appointment ceremony in Seal Beach, Caif., Jan. 15, 2016. During the ceremony, Beacham, from Dothan, Ala., was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal and relinquished duties to Sgt. Maj. Jason A. Politte.

Sgt. Maj. Spencer J. Beacham (center), the outgoing senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Orange County, returns the sword of office to Maj. James Dollard, his commanding officer, during a relief and appointment ceremony in Seal Beach, Caif., Jan. 15, 2016. During the ceremony, Beacham, from Dothan, Ala., was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal and relinquished duties to Sgt. Maj. Jason A. Politte.

Photo by Sgt. Vanessa Jimenez

Sergeant Thomas Adams starts a face-off with a member of the Sanford, Maine, police department hockey team during The Maine Event, Battle on Ice hockey tournament, Jan. 15. Adams is one of 15 Marines who came together from across the country to play in the tournament. This is the first time the team has played together and is aiming to create a Marine Corps-recognized All-Marine Ice Hockey Team. Adams is a satellite communications operator with the 3rd Marine Regiment.

Sergeant Thomas Adams starts a face-off with a member of the Sanford, Maine, police department hockey team during The Maine Event, Battle on Ice hockey tournament, Jan. 15. Adams is one of 15 Marines who came together from across the country to play in the tournament. This is the first time the team has played together and is aiming to create a Marine Corps-recognized All-Marine Ice Hockey Team. Adams is a satellite communications operator with the 3rd Marine Regiment.

Photo by Sgt. Jonathan Wright

Sergeant Weldon Housley, center, and Staff Sergeant Edwin Salvatierra, right, present a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check to Jack Beguelin at Buena High School in Ventura, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Sergeant Weldon Housley, center, and Staff Sergeant Edwin Salvatierra, right, present a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check to Jack Beguelin at Buena High School in Ventura, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders

Sergeant Weldon Housley, and the staff of Buena High School present a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check to Jack Beguelin, Jan. 15, 2016, in Ventura, Calif. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Sergeant Weldon Housley, and the staff of Buena High School present a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check to Jack Beguelin, Jan. 15, 2016, in Ventura, Calif. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders

Sergeant Weldon Housley, recruiter of Recruiting Sub Station Ventura, shakes hands with Jack Beguelin, after presenting him with a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check at Buena High School in Ventura, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Sergeant Weldon Housley, recruiter of Recruiting Sub Station Ventura, shakes hands with Jack Beguelin, after presenting him with a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check at Buena High School in Ventura, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders

Sergeant Weldon Housley, center, and Staff Sergeant Edwin Salvatierra, right, present a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check to Jack Beguelin at Buena High School in Ventura, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Sergeant Weldon Housley, center, and Staff Sergeant Edwin Salvatierra, right, present a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship check to Jack Beguelin at Buena High School in Ventura, Calif., Jan. 15, 2016. The NROTC scholarship, valued at up to $180,000, will pay for the cost of full tuition, books and other educational fees at many of the country’s leading colleges and universities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders/Released)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Alicia R. Leaders

Educators from both Recruiting Stations Orlando and Fort Lauderdale stand in formation as the drill instructors give them a small brief about a portion of the recruit training aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S. C., January 13, 2016. The three-day workshop will give the educators a chance to experience the day to day routines aboard the depot and Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, with the main purpose of giving the educators a better understanding of the Marine Corps. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Diamond Peden)

Educators from both Recruiting Stations Orlando and Fort Lauderdale stand in formation as the drill instructors give them a small brief about a portion of the recruit training aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S. C., January 13, 2016. The three-day workshop will give the educators a chance to experience the day to day routines aboard the depot and Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, with the main purpose of giving the educators a better understanding of the Marine Corps. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Diamond Peden)

Photo by Cpl Diamond Peden

Capt. Bryce Saddoris, a ground supply officer 2nd Marine Logistics Group, was named the Marine Athlete of the Year for 2015. Saddoris is the officer in charge and also a competitor for the All Marine wrestling team.

Capt. Bryce Saddoris, a ground supply officer 2nd Marine Logistics Group, was named the Marine Athlete of the Year for 2015. Saddoris is the officer in charge and also a competitor for the All Marine wrestling team.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sean Berry

Hannah DeBalsi, Athlete of the Month from Staples High School, is presented with a plaque by Staff Sergeant Jason Caldwell on behalf of the U.S. Marine Corps and Sports Illustrated, Jan. 9, 2016 at Staples High School, Westport, Conn. DeBalsi received the award for excellence in cross-country, her desire to give back to her community and her superior performance in her academics.

Hannah DeBalsi, Athlete of the Month from Staples High School, is presented with a plaque by Staff Sergeant Jason Caldwell on behalf of the U.S. Marine Corps and Sports Illustrated, Jan. 9, 2016 at Staples High School, Westport, Conn. DeBalsi received the award for excellence in cross-country, her desire to give back to her community and her superior performance in her academics.

Photo by Cpl. Brandon Thomas

A Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl game attendee attempts pull-ups during Fan Fest at the Stubhub Center, Carson, Calif., Jan. 3, 2016. High School athletes chosen to play in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl are well-rounded individuals on and off the field who not only are distinguished athletes, but also have academic achievements and display exemplary moral character. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller)

A Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl game attendee attempts pull-ups during Fan Fest at the Stubhub Center, Carson, Calif., Jan. 3, 2016. High School athletes chosen to play in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl are well-rounded individuals on and off the field who not only are distinguished athletes, but also have academic achievements and display exemplary moral character. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller)

Photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller

Sgt. Courtney Swinney raises his right hand for his oath of enlistment in front of Brig. Gen. James W. Bierman (right) and Sgt. Maj. James K. Porterfield (left) and during his promotion ceremony to staff sergeant. The ceremony was held prior to the kickoff of the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl at the Stubhub Center, Carson, Calif., Jan. 3, 2016. Swinney was the Rookie Recruiter of the Year, and was meritoriously promoted to staff sergeant in recognition of his recruiting efforts. Swinney serves at Recruiting Substation Lakewood, Calif., 12th Marine Corps District. Bierman is the Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. Porterfield is the Depot Sgt. Maj. of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego.

Sgt. Courtney Swinney raises his right hand for his oath of enlistment in front of Brig. Gen. James W. Bierman (right) and Sgt. Maj. James K. Porterfield (left) and during his promotion ceremony to staff sergeant. The ceremony was held prior to the kickoff of the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl at the Stubhub Center, Carson, Calif., Jan. 3, 2016. Swinney was the Rookie Recruiter of the Year, and was meritoriously promoted to staff sergeant in recognition of his recruiting efforts. Swinney serves at Recruiting Substation Lakewood, Calif., 12th Marine Corps District. Bierman is the Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. Porterfield is the Depot Sgt. Maj. of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego.

Photo by Cpl. Taylor Morton

A.J. Taylor, an athlete from Rockhurst High School, Kansas City, Mo., runs the football during the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl at the Stubhub Center, Carson, Calif., Jan. 3, 2016. High school athletes chosen to play in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl are well-rounded individuals on and off the field who not only are distinguished athletes, but also have academic achievements and display exemplary moral character. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller)

A.J. Taylor, an athlete from Rockhurst High School, Kansas City, Mo., runs the football during the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl at the Stubhub Center, Carson, Calif., Jan. 3, 2016. High school athletes chosen to play in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl are well-rounded individuals on and off the field who not only are distinguished athletes, but also have academic achievements and display exemplary moral character. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller)

Photo by Sgt. Rebecca Eller

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