PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. - New Marines of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, loped past friends and family who bordered the streets of Parris Island, S.C., during a traditional motivational run Sept. 5, 2013.
This was the first chance for most family and friends to see their new Marine in more than 12 weeks. Lima Company is scheduled to graduate Sept. 6, 2013.