U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Erin Porras(left), the Depot Mascot Handler, and Cpl. Opha Mae II, the Depot Mascot, pose for a photo during the motivational run for Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 25, 2025. The motivational run takes place on Family Day, the day before graduation, and serves as a first time for visiting families to see their new Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ayden Cassano)
Active duty U.S. Marines and Marine Corps veterans from around the world share their experiences and thoughts about the Marine Corps’ 250-year history. The Marine Corps has been fighting the nation’s battles since its founding in Philadelphia on Nov. 10, 1775. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpls. Jacob Richardson and Jordy Morales)
