U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Angel Gonzalez, a rifleman with the Silent Drill Platoon, Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, provides security during an ambush attack scenario as part of weapons training on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Jan. 22, 2026. The training reinforces combat readiness and tactical proficiency, ensuring Marines remain prepared to execute mission-essential tasks while upholding the high standards required for ceremonial duties in the National Capital Region. Sustained marksmanship practice preserves the unit’s ability to seamlessly transition between ceremonial excellence and operational lethality. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)
| Date Taken: | 01.22.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 01.27.2026 10:19 |
| Photo ID: | 9488574 |
| VIRIN: | 260122-M-XB565-1081 |
| Resolution: | 5455x3637 |
| Size: | 2.23 MB |
| Location: | MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, VIRGINIA, US |
| Web Views: | 16 |
| Downloads: | 4 |
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