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    LCF-24 and RS Fort Lauderdale Poolee Function [Image 8 of 24]

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    A U.S. Marine instructor in camouflage trousers and a black 'Pain is Weakness Leaving the Body' t-shirt addresses a large group of young recruits or poolees seated on grass in a semicircle. The recruits are wearing matching red t-shirts, several bearing the Marines 'The Few The Proud' logo. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or orientation event, likely a recruiting function or poolee function.

    CIEBA, PUERTO RICO

    08.29.2026

    Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Rivas 

    24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    U.S. Marines Corps Maj. Guillermo Bocanegra, center, commanding officer of Recruiting Station Fort Lauderdale, speaks with Marine Corps poolees, at Jose Aponte De La Torre Airport in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, Aug. 29, 2026. The event provided future Marines with firsthand mentorship, physical training, and an up-close look at the gear and operational capabilities they will utilize in the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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    Date Taken: 08.29.2026
    Date Posted: 08.30.2026 11:24
    Photo ID: 9898991
    VIRIN: 260829-M-GH531-1347
    Resolution: 5980x3364
    Size: 3.84 MB
    Location: CIEBA, PR
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    A man in a black t-shirt with 'RS FT LAUDERDALE' text is speaking and gesturing with his hands to a group of individuals wearing olive green military-style t-shirts. The setting appears to be an outdoor parking area or roadside location during daylight hours. The scene suggests a briefing or instructional session.
    A group of individuals wearing red 'Marines: The Few The Proud' t-shirts and black shorts are running on a paved road alongside personnel in military camouflage uniforms. The scene appears to be a physical training or recruiting event, likely a Marine Corps fitness run. The image is taken from behind the runners, with dense green vegetation visible in the background.
    A group of young individuals in red t-shirts and black shorts are participating in a physical training run or march on a paved road, led by a U.S. Marine in a black 'Marines' t-shirt and camouflage utility trousers. The setting appears to be a military base or training facility surrounded by dense tropical vegetation. The scene suggests a recruiting or JROTC-style physical fitness event.
    A U.S. Marine in olive drab t-shirt and camouflage utilities is addressing a group of young recruits or poolees wearing red Marines t-shirts and black athletic shorts. The setting appears to be an outdoor area with dense tropical vegetation, suggesting a training or orientation event. Several participants are holding water bottles, indicating a post-physical activity rest or briefing period.
    A large group of military personnel and civilians are running together along a paved road lined with dense green trees. The group includes individuals in military camouflage uniforms mixed with civilians wearing red and black t-shirts, suggesting a joint military-community fitness run or recruitment event. A vehicle follows the group from behind, likely providing safety escort.
    A group of U.S. Marines in military camouflage uniforms and olive drab t-shirts are running together along a paved road bordered by dense tropical vegetation. One individual stands out wearing a red 'Marines' branded t-shirt and black shorts, suggesting a mix of uniformed and civilian/PT attire. The setting appears to be a military base or installation in a tropical environment, likely during a physical training exercise.
    A group of individuals in red and olive/green t-shirts are performing push-ups or a low plank exercise on a grassy outdoor area. The setting appears to be a military or fitness training event, with supervisors or instructors visible standing in the background. The participants are aligned in a row, suggesting a structured group physical training session.
    A U.S. Marine instructor in camouflage trousers and a black 'Pain is Weakness Leaving the Body' t-shirt addresses a large group of young recruits or poolees seated on grass in a semicircle. The recruits are wearing matching red t-shirts, several bearing the Marines 'The Few The Proud' logo. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or orientation event, likely a recruiting function or poolee function.
    A U.S. Marine in camouflage uniform is briefing a group of civilians wearing red 'Marines - The Few, The Proud' t-shirts in front of a tan MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) military vehicle. The setting appears to be an outdoor military demonstration or recruiting event. The group is attentively listening to the Marine's presentation near the open door of the armored vehicle.
    A group of individuals in red and black shirts, along with personnel in military camouflage uniforms, are gathered around a tan/desert-colored military armored vehicle (appears to be a JLTV or MRAP-type vehicle) on a paved lot. The setting appears to be a port or industrial area in a tropical location, with palm trees and hills visible in the background. A Ryder rental truck is parked behind the military vehicle.
    A group of civilians wearing red 'Marines: The Few, The Proud' shirts are being shown a tan/desert-colored military JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) by a uniformed Marine in camouflage on what appears to be a tarmac or airfield. One civilian is climbing into or inspecting the vehicle's cab while others observe. This appears to be a Marine Corps recruiting or public outreach event.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform and sunglasses is explaining or demonstrating something inside a military vehicle, likely a HMMWV (Humvee), to a civilian wearing a red shirt. The service member appears to be gesturing while pointing out vehicle components or controls. This appears to be a public outreach, recruitment, or educational demonstration event.
    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage uniform is demonstrating a firearm to a young civilian wearing a red shirt and glasses. The setting appears to be an outdoor military facility or base, with shipping containers and a corrugated metal building visible in the background. Additional Marines and civilians are visible in the background, suggesting a public outreach or recruitment event.
    Two U.S. Marines in digital camouflage uniforms are conducting a weapons familiarization demonstration inside a military hangar facility. They are showing disassembled rifles on bipods to a group of young civilians wearing red shirts, likely participants in a youth outreach or JROTC-type program. The setting appears to be an official military open house or educational event.
    Two individuals stand near an open-hood military vehicle, appearing to discuss mechanical work or maintenance. One person is wearing military camouflage uniform while the other is in a red civilian t-shirt with arms crossed. The setting appears to be an outdoor military installation or motor pool, with tropical vegetation and support equipment visible in the background.
    A group of young people wearing red t-shirts and athletic wear are gathered under the fuselage of a military aircraft, receiving a briefing or demonstration from uniformed military personnel. A large crew-served weapon system, appearing to be a .50 caliber machine gun or similar heavy weapon mounted on a stand, is prominently displayed in the foreground. The setting appears to be a military airfield or tarmac, suggesting this is a recruitment event, orientation, or educational demonstration.
    A U.S. Marine in combat utility uniform and olive drab t-shirt is conducting a demonstration or briefing for a group of young civilians wearing red 'Marines: The Few, The Proud' t-shirts. The Marine is holding what appears to be a component of a small unmanned aerial system (drone) and explaining it to the audience. The setting appears to be an outdoor tarmac or airstrip with hills visible in the background.
    A Marine in a red 'Marines: The Few. The Proud.' PT shirt is assisting a young woman in fitting or adjusting flight/survival gear on an airfield tarmac. The setting appears to be a military airfield in a tropical location, with an aircraft visible overhead. The woman is smiling and appears to be a civilian or guest participant in a familiarization or orientation activity.
    A large group of military personnel and civilians in red shirts pose for a group photograph in front of a U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on a tarmac. The aircraft displays the tail code 'YM' and number '8235', along with a unit insignia on the tail fin, identifying it as belonging to VMM-265. The setting appears to be an outdoor airfield with overcast skies and tropical vegetation visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marine in camouflage uniform addresses a large group of young people wearing matching red 'Marines' t-shirts and black shorts, gathered in front of a military tiltrotor aircraft. The aircraft visible in the background is an MV-22 Osprey marked with 'VMM-365' squadron designation and U.S. Marines insignia. This appears to be a recruiting or youth outreach event conducted by the United States Marine Corps.
    A U.S. Marine in camouflage uniform addresses a group of young people wearing red shirts, likely recruits or youth program participants, on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel. A Marine in a black t-shirt reading 'Pain is Weakness Leaving the Body' stands in the foreground with his back to the camera. The setting suggests a military orientation, outreach, or recruiting event.
    A military personnel member in olive/flight suit uniform addresses a group of young people seated on the floor, all wearing matching red t-shirts with what appears to be Marines branding. The setting appears to be an indoor briefing or orientation session, likely a recruiting or youth outreach event. Additional military personnel are visible in the background observing the presentation.
    A military aviator in an olive green flight suit addresses a group of young people wearing red 'Marines - The Few, The Proud' t-shirts in an indoor setting. The speaker appears to be giving a presentation or briefing, likely as part of a Marine Corps recruitment or outreach event. The audience is seated and attentively facing the speaker.
    A military briefing or orientation session is taking place indoors, with uniformed Marines addressing a group of young civilians wearing red shirts. The scene appears to be a youth outreach or recruitment event, possibly a Junior ROTC or similar program. A Marine in camouflage uniform is speaking to seated participants while others stand and observe.

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