Rct. Vincent Halaychik, a recruit with Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, practices buddy rushing during Basic Warrior Training week aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., July 23, 2025. BWT is a one week-long training event that teaches recruits the basics of combat survival and rifle maneuvers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Claudell)
Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, participate in water survival training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. July 22, 2025. All recruits are required to complete swim qualification in order to graduate from recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)
