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    Joint Civilian Orientation Conference visit MCRD San Diego [Image 7 of 9]

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    Two military personnel in MARPAT camouflage trousers stand on a low concrete barrier structure, appearing to brief or instruct a small group of civilians. One service member wears a green t-shirt and holds a helmet, while the other wears a black t-shirt and tactical helmet with a climbing harness. The setting appears to be an outdoor military training or demonstration area.

    MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.14.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso 

    Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego           

    U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Lawrence Bellon, left, executive officer of Instructional Training Company, Support Battalion, and Staff Sgt. Juan Maldonado, a rappel tower chief with Instructional Training Company, Support Battalion, brief rappel tower safety to Joint Civilian Orientation Conference attendees during a visit at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Aug. 14, 2026. Throughout the visit, MCRD San Diego immersed JCOC civilian leaders into the Marine Corps Recruit Training process through firsthand experiences with the yellow footprints, platoon pick up, rappel tower and graduation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Alonso)

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    Date Taken: 08.14.2026
    Date Posted: 08.30.2026 14:09
    Photo ID: 9898861
    VIRIN: 260814-M-GU428-1274
    Resolution: 6559x5068
    Size: 4.27 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A white MCI motorcoach operated by Sundance, numbered 432, is approaching the camera on a paved driveway or terminal area. The bus has its headlights on, creating a lens flare effect, and passengers are visible through the windshield. The setting appears to be a hotel or transit facility at dusk or dawn.
    A group of civilians is kneeling on a concrete outdoor area while a uniformed military drill instructor stands and addresses them. Yellow footprint markings are painted on the ground, which is a hallmark of Marine Corps recruit training orientation areas. A second uniformed figure is visible in the background near an archway, and an orange informational sign is mounted on the wall to the right.
    A U.S. Marine in service uniform (tan/khaki) is addressing a group of approximately 12-15 civilians seated along a wall in what appears to be a military barracks or training facility. The civilians are wearing lanyards with badges, suggesting they are visitors on an organized tour or orientation program. The Marine appears to be giving a briefing or presentation to the group.
    A group of civilians and uniformed military personnel are gathered outside Duncan Hall, a building with a distinctive dome-shaped awning in maroon and gold stripes. The scene appears to depict a military processing or orientation event, with civilians lined up and military personnel in camouflage uniforms overseeing the activity. A red and yellow 'Duncan Hall' sign is prominently visible in the foreground.
    A man in a light gray zip-up jacket is leaning over a food service counter, reaching toward food items with one hand while holding a small plastic cup in the other. The scene appears to be inside a cafeteria or food service establishment, with a sneeze guard glass panel visible in the foreground. A second person wearing a dark apron and blue shirt is visible in the background.
    The image depicts a cafeteria or military mess hall serving line, where several individuals are being served food by staff behind a stainless steel counter. Warm overhead heat lamps illuminate the food service area, and a mix of civilians and what appear to be military personnel are present. The scene suggests an institutional dining facility, possibly on a military base.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT camouflage trousers stand on a low concrete barrier structure, appearing to brief or instruct a small group of civilians. One service member wears a green t-shirt and holds a helmet, while the other wears a black t-shirt and tactical helmet with a climbing harness. The setting appears to be an outdoor military training or demonstration area.
    Two individuals are on an elevated platform, appearing to be engaged in a rappelling or rope descent training exercise. A person in military-style attire with a black tactical helmet mounted with a GoPro camera is assisting a woman wearing a tan helmet and blue long-sleeve shirt who is gripping a rope with gloved hands. The setting appears to be a military or training facility with a coastal urban backdrop visible in the background.
    A group of people standing in stadium bleachers during what appears to be a national anthem or pledge ceremony. Several individuals have their right hands placed over their hearts, while one uniformed military officer on the left renders a salute. The setting appears to be an indoor or covered stadium with red seating.

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