U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion conduct the Copeland’s Assault Course as part of the Crucible at Edson Range, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 5, 2025. Copeland's Assault is a simulated combat exercise where each fire team must demonstrate teamwork, combat skills and physical endurance during a stress filled environment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Alexandra M. Earl)
CHICAGO — Marines from Marine Corps Recruiting Command joined thousands of Chicago residents in celebrating Marine Week Chicago, a multi-day public engagement event held July 9–14 in honor of the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday.
Staff Sgt. Brianna Eisenhower never imagined she would become a match director for the Marine Corps’ combat marksmanship program, yet at 23 years old, she now leads one of the most important roles in range operations as the chief instructor of marksmanship training at Weapons Field Training Battalion (WFTBN), Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Installations and Facilities Ms. Brenda M. Johnson-Turner toured Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. It’s her responsibility as the DASN I&F to advise The Honorable Meredith A. Berger, assistant secretary of the Navy, on matters related to things such as military construction, facilities sustainment, and restoration/modernization for all Marine Corps and naval...