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U.S. Marines stepped out of their respective duties and onto the pitch to represent the Marine Corps in the 10th Annual All Forces Seven-on-Seven Rugby Tournament in Glendale, Colorado, August 18-22. Each branch of the Department of Defense was represented by a rugby team, as well as, some semi-pro teams from the United Kingdom and Canada. - U.S. Marines stepped out of their respective duties and onto the pitch to represent the Marine Corps in the 10th Annual All Forces Seven-on-Seven Rugby Tournament in Glendale, Colorado, August 18-22. Each branch of the Department of Defense was represented by a rugby team, as well as, some semi-pro teams from the United Kingdom and Canada.

This photo illustration poster is designed to inform and grab attention prospective recruiting volunteers. - This photo illustration poster is designed to inform and grab attention prospective recruiting volunteers.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Antonio P. Carcedo, a motor transportation operator, for The Basic School, not only provides logistical movement support, but also works as a marksmanship coach aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Sept. 8.Carcedo, a native of Pico Rivera, Calif., operates an MK 27 Extended Cargo Truck, which allows Marines to transport personnel and equipment over difficult terrain and hazardous environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez) - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Antonio P. Carcedo, a motor transportation operator, for The Basic School, not only provides logistical movement support, but also works as a marksmanship coach aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Sept. 8.Carcedo, a native of Pico Rivera, Calif., operates an MK 27 Extended Cargo Truck, which allows Marines to transport personnel and equipment over difficult terrain and hazardous environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez)

Hannah Mader, a 2020 Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy selectee, poses with her SLCDA shirt and acceptance certificate May 1, 2020. Marine Corps Recruiting Command recently honored 123 students for their achievement as being selected to attend the SLCDA at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. The academy, now in its ninth year, was originally scheduled to take place June 15-20, 2020, but was cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In light of the cancellation, MCRC wanted to recognize the achievements of all the students. (Courtesy Photo) - Hannah Mader, a 2020 Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy selectee, poses with her SLCDA shirt and acceptance certificate May 1, 2020. Marine Corps Recruiting Command recently honored 123 students for their achievement as being selected to attend the SLCDA at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. The academy, now in its ninth year, was originally scheduled to take place June 15-20, 2020, but was cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In light of the cancellation, MCRC wanted to recognize the achievements of all the students. (Courtesy Photo)

Second Lieutenant Michael McHale poses for a photo at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, August 23, 2019. McHale enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2015 before being accepted to the Enlisted Commissioning Program (ECP). The program is designed to provide the opportunity for Marines who have earned a four-year degree before enlisting in the Marine Corps or during active duty to serve as Marine Corps officers. Marines successfully completing the program receive a commission as a second lieutenant. Upon being accepted into the program, McHale completed Officer Candidates Course and the Basic School. He is now scheduled to attend to Logistics Operations School at Marine Corps Base Camp Johnson, North Carolina, where he will receive the military occupational specialty of basic logistics officer. (U.S. Marine Corps graphic illustration by Cpl. Naomi May) - Second Lieutenant Michael McHale poses for a photo at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, August 23, 2019. McHale enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2015 before being accepted to the Enlisted Commissioning Program (ECP). The program is designed to provide the opportunity for Marines who have earned a four-year degree before enlisting in the Marine Corps or during active duty to serve as Marine Corps officers. Marines successfully completing the program receive a commission as a second lieutenant. Upon being accepted into the program, McHale completed Officer Candidates Course and the Basic School. He is now scheduled to attend to Logistics Operations School at Marine Corps Base Camp Johnson, North Carolina, where he will receive the military occupational specialty of basic logistics officer. (U.S. Marine Corps graphic illustration by Cpl. Naomi May)

Master Gunnery Sgt. Eric Martin, contact team chief, 4th Marine Corps District, answers a question during a panel discussion at Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s Senior Enlisted Conference April 21. Using their decades of experience in recruiting, senior enlisted Marines at the conference tried to find ways to accomplish MCRC’s mission more effectively. - Master Gunnery Sgt. Eric Martin, contact team chief, 4th Marine Corps District, answers a question during a panel discussion at Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s Senior Enlisted Conference April 21. Using their decades of experience in recruiting, senior enlisted Marines at the conference tried to find ways to accomplish MCRC’s mission more effectively.