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    The Commandant, Gen. Eric M. Smith and the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos A. Ruiz speak to Charlie Company TBS Instructors and Students [Image 9 of 10]

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    A military personnel wearing USMC MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is addressing an audience in what appears to be a briefing room or gymnasium. The speaker is gesturing with one hand while holding an object in the other, suggesting an active presentation or address. An audience of uniformed individuals is visible in the foreground, slightly out of focus.

    MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    07.27.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Juaquin Greaves 

    Commandant of the Marine Corps

    The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, speaks to U.S. Marine Charlie Company students at The Basic School (TBS) at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, July 27, 2026. The Commandant and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visit TBS toward the end of each cycle of a company to speak with the instructors and spark discussion with the students, giving them advice as the junior officers continue on their journey into the fleet Marine force and answer any career questions they have on their future in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Juaquin Greaves)

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    Date Taken: 07.27.2026
    Date Posted: 07.30.2026 11:46
    Photo ID: 9835186
    VIRIN: 260727-M-UY446-2339
    Resolution: 4176x2784
    Size: 3.51 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, VIRGINIA, US
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    Several U.S. Marine Corps personnel in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are gathered in what appears to be an indoor military facility. A central figure with the name tape 'SMITH' is shaking hands with another service member while holding a folder. The atmosphere appears cordial and professional, suggesting an official visit or greeting ceremony.
    Two military personnel in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are seated in a formal meeting or briefing setting. The individual on the left appears to be speaking and gesturing, while the one on the right is listening and taking notes. The setting appears to be an office or conference room with wooden furnishings.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are seated and engaged in what appears to be a formal discussion or briefing in an indoor setting. The central figure is actively speaking and gesturing with his hands, while a second Marine in the background also appears to be participating in the conversation. Additional uniformed personnel are partially visible in the foreground, suggesting a group meeting or leadership discussion.
    A group of U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are seated in a lounge-style room engaged in what appears to be an informal briefing or discussion. Two senior Marines seated on a central sofa appear to be leading the conversation, with several other Marines seated around them in leather chairs. The setting suggests a command or officer's club environment with framed military memorabilia on the walls.
    A group of military personnel in MARPAT (Marine digital camouflage) uniforms are seated in a circle in what appears to be a lounge or meeting room. Two senior personnel are seated centrally, appearing to lead or facilitate a discussion with the group. The setting suggests an informal briefing, mentorship session, or leadership engagement.
    A senior military officer in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniform is addressing a large group of seated Marines in what appears to be a briefing hall or auditorium. The speaker stands at the front near a wooden podium, gesturing with his hand as he speaks. The audience Marines are seated with their backs to the camera, listening attentively.
    A senior military officer in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniform is addressing an audience from behind a wooden podium. The speaker appears to be delivering a briefing or lecture to seated personnel, also in camouflage uniforms, visible in the foreground out of focus. The setting appears to be a military briefing room or auditorium with a projection screen visible in the background.
    A senior military officer in camouflage uniform addresses a large group of uniformed personnel in an auditorium or lecture hall setting. The audience, all wearing matching woodland camouflage uniforms consistent with U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT pattern, are seated in tiered rows facing the speaker. The setting appears to be a formal military briefing or training session at a military installation.
    A military personnel wearing USMC MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is addressing an audience in what appears to be a briefing room or gymnasium. The speaker is gesturing with one hand while holding an object in the other, suggesting an active presentation or address. An audience of uniformed individuals is visible in the foreground, slightly out of focus.
    A military briefing or training session is taking place in an auditorium-style classroom. One uniformed service member stands at the front, addressing a large group of seated personnel, all wearing matching camouflage uniforms consistent with U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT pattern. A large projection screen is visible behind the speaker.

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