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    A U.S. Marine Corps graduation ceremony (likely a recruit training graduation) is taking place on a parade deck. A drill instructor in a campaign cover and service uniform is presenting guidon flags to Marines in dress blue uniforms. Rows of newly graduated Marines in service uniforms and a grandstand with spectators are visible in the background.

    SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.14.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Rihanna Bryant 

    Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego           

    U.S. Marine Corps drill instructors with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion retire the guidons during a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 2026. This ceremony marked the end of a 13-week transformation that included training in drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rihanna Bryant)

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    Date Taken: 08.14.2026
    Date Posted: 08.17.2026 20:11
    Photo ID: 9873938
    VIRIN: 260814-M-TC185-1162
    Resolution: 4940x3293
    Size: 2.33 MB
    Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 3
    Downloads: 1

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    A formal U.S. Marine Corps formation is assembled on a parade deck, with a drill instructor standing at the front center facing the camera. The Marines are dressed in Service Charlie uniform (khaki shirt, blue trousers, white cover) with one figure on the far left in dress blues. An American flag flies prominently on a flagpole in the background, with yellow Spanish Colonial Revival-style buildings and palm trees visible.
    Two U.S. Marines in dress blue uniforms stand at attention on a parade deck in front of a covered grandstand filled with civilian spectators. The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely a graduation or pass-in-review event at a Marine Corps installation. The overcast sky and palm trees in the background suggest a Southern California location, consistent with MCRD San Diego.
    A U.S. Marine Corps marching band is performing on a large paved parade deck, moving in formation from left to right. The musicians are dressed in standard Marine Corps service uniforms with blue trousers and khaki blouses, led by a drum major in a distinctive red-sashed uniform carrying a mace. The setting appears to be a military installation, likely MCRD San Diego, based on the characteristic yellow Spanish Colonial Revival architecture visible in the background.
    A formation of U.S. Marines in dress uniform is marching in a graduation parade on a large paved drill field. A guidon bearer carries a red and gold unit pennant at the front left of the formation, while an officer leads from the right carrying a sword. A large crowd of spectators watches from bleachers on the left side.
    A formation of United States Marines marching in dress uniform during what appears to be a formal parade or graduation ceremony. The Marines are wearing the Charlie Service uniform consisting of khaki short-sleeve shirts, blue trousers, white covers (caps), and gold belts. Color guard personnel carrying the American flag and Marine Corps flag are visible in the background.
    A United States Marine Corps color guard ceremony is taking place on a parade deck, with Marines carrying the U.S. flag and a red 'Recruit Training Regiment' guidon. Two Marines in dress blues stand at salute in the center foreground, while an audience of civilians and military personnel observes from the steps and covered pavilion of a tan stucco building. The setting appears to be MCRD (Marine Corps Recruit Depot) San Diego based on the distinctive architecture and regiment flag.
    A U.S. Marine Corps graduation ceremony (likely a recruit training graduation) is taking place on a parade deck. A drill instructor in a campaign cover and service uniform is presenting guidon flags to Marines in dress blue uniforms. Rows of newly graduated Marines in service uniforms and a grandstand with spectators are visible in the background.
    A group of U.S. Marine Corps personnel in service uniforms (tan/khaki) are seated in stadium-style bleachers alongside civilian companions, appearing to observe a formal event or ceremony. Several Marines wear distinctive white dress covers (caps) indicating senior or officer rank, and display multiple service ribbons and medals. The setting appears to be an indoor or covered grandstand venue with arched windows.
    A U.S. Marine in dress uniform shares an emotional embrace with a civilian, likely during a homecoming or farewell event. The Marine's expression conveys deep emotion, with eyes closed and a visibly moved expression. The setting appears to be an outdoor gathering with other people visible in the background.

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