U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Charles B. Peoples relinquishes his post as the Weapons and Field Training Battalion Sergeant Major to Sgt. Maj. Marc A. Pegram during a Relief and Appointment Ceremony held on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 21, 2026. The emblematic passing of the sword of office signifies the transfer of responsibility from one sergeant major to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Jacob Claudell)
U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, participate in Initial Drill on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 20, 2026. Initial drill is the first test of a platoon's discipline and ability to work together. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Emily Bos)
