Photolibrary-onemissionmanyroles-thumbnail-180x102As one of the Few, there are hundreds of ways to serve, and every Marine trains in an area of expertise that contributes to the success of our missions.
Photolibrary-officerroles-thumbnail-180x102Each role in the Corps is known as a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), and every officer’s MOS is assigned to them based on personal preference, personal performance, and most importantly, the needs of the Corps.
Photolibrary-nationalservicecommunityservice-thumbnail-180x102Those who serve in the Marine Reserve remain part of their communities, not just as citizens who reside in them—but as Marines who serve them.
Photolibrary-mv22ospreyunloads-thumbnail-180x102Marines exit an MV-22 Osprey. The Osprey has the speed and range of a turboprop, the maneuverability of a helicopter and the ability to carry 24 Marines.
Photolibrary-mv22ospreylanding-thumbnail-180x102An MV-22 Osprey lands on the deck of a Navy ship. Marine Expeditionary Units (MEUs) are embarked aboard naval ships all over the world, ready to deploy in as little as six hours.
Photolibrary-montfordpointobstaclecourse-thumbnail-180x102Three African-American Marine recruits run the obstacle course at Montford Point Camp, NC, in 1943. Exceptional recruits were singled out to serve as Drill Instructors.
Photolibrary-montfordpointmarines-thumbnail-180x102Between 1942 and 1949, approximately 20,000 African-American recruits trained at Montford Point Camp. Though their training was segregated, they went through the same demanding process as all other recruits to earn the title Marine.
Photolibrary-montfordpointmarinesabroad-thumbnail-180x102Montford Point Marines stand aboard a troop ship during World War II. Montford Point Marines fought in some of the greatest battles of WWII, including Saipan, Iwo Jima and Okinawa.
Photolibrary-mojaveviper-thumbnail-180x102A Marine holds links of ammunition to fire during a company attack at Range 400 of the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, CA. The attack was part of the 35-day Enhanced Mojave Viper training exercise.
Photolibrary-militaryprecision-thumbnail-180x102The Silent Drill Platoon exemplifies Marine Corps discipline and skill. Through intense practice they learn the precise rifle drill performed for audiences across America.
Photolibrary-meetingwitharecruiter-thumbnail-180x102If you have questions about becoming a Marine, consult someone who knows what it means to serve as one—the Marine Recruiter.
Photolibrary-meetingourstandards-thumbnail-180x102By earning our title, you will accomplish one of the most honorable of all endeavors and will carry a life-long pride that many will notice, but only few attain.
Photolibrary-mcmap-thumbnail-180x102The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) combines some of the most effective unarmed techniques from various martial arts with armed techniques designed for combat.
Photolibrary-marinesduringthecivilwar-thumbnail-180x102Five Marines with fixed bayonets pose with a Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) at the Washington Navy Yard in 1864 during the Civil War.
Photolibrary-marineofficerroles-thumbnail-180x102For Marine Officers, Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs) are divided into three categories: Ground, Air and Law, and MOS training occurs after completion of The Basic School (TBS).
Photolibrary-marinegroundforces-thumbnail-180x102The only element that can seize and occupy terrain, the Ground Combat Element exerts combat power and gains battlefield dominance to accomplish the Marine Air Ground Task Force’s (MAGTF’s) mission.
Photolibrary-marinefitmissionready-thumbnail-180x102Regularly scheduled physical exercise ensures Marines are able to meet the physical demands of their missions.
Photolibrary-localactionglobalimpact-thumbnail-180x102A Marine hands out newly donated bed nets to local children during a community relations event at Ou Village, Kampot Province, Kingdom of Cambodia. The event is part of the Cambodia Interoperability Program.
Photolibrary-listeningtolocals-thumbnail-180x102The first sergeant and commanding officer of Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, listen to the concerns of local elders in Southern Shorshork, Helmand Province, Afghanistan, during Operation Cobra.
