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Motivating Generations

Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island

July 31, 2019 | 1:53

Motivating Generations

Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island

July 31, 2019 | 1:53

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Motivating Generations

Purnell Whitehead, known by many as "Mr. Tootie" and manager of the receiving building barbershop, has been cutting hair for over 28 years on Parris Island and speaks about his experiences with recruits and drill instructors. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Yamil Casarreal)

July 31, 2019

1:53

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Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island

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Fox Company Day Course (B-roll)

Recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct Marine Corps Martial Arts Program training on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, May 27, 2025. The recruits must learn and properly demonstrate the techniques they were taught during MCMAP in order to earn their tan belt, which is a recruit training graduation requirement. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Pfc. Emma Powell)

May 27, 2025

2:14

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Fox Company MCMAP

May 27, 2025

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MCRDPI Strongman Competition 2025

U.S. Marines aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island S.C., compete in the Strongman Competition on May 20, 2025. Marine Corps Community Services held the competition, consisting of a series of events meant to showcase strength, to promote camaraderie and cohesion and to raise money for unit funds. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)

May 20, 2025

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MCRDPI Strongman Competition 2025

May 20, 2025

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Mike Company Day Course

Recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, perform the Day Movement Course during Basic Warrior Training (BWT) on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., May, 15 2025. During BWT recruits learn the basics of combat survival and advanced rifle maneuvers. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Pfc. Emma Powell)

May 15, 2025

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PT Session with Sgt. Dakota Meyer

U.S. Marines and Sailors from across Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, conduct a physical training event with Medal of Honor recipient, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Dakota Meyer, on MCRD Parris Island, S.C., May 6, 2025. Meyer, one of the three Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipients during the Global War on Terror, spent the day aboard the depot speaking with Marines about his experiences, his decision to re-enlist back into the Marine Corps, and his Medal of Honor Award. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)

May 6, 2025

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U.S. Army Drill Sergeants visit Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island

U.S. Army Soldiers with the United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy visit Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island S.C, May 1-2, 2025, to observe training at Drill Instructor School, and view the differences between Drill Instructor and Drill Sergeant Training. During the visit, they conducted a physical training session with Drill Instructor School, observed close order drill, observed the Crucible, and met with leaders in charge of Drill Instructor School. (U.S. Marine Corps video by PFC. Jaden Beardsley)

May 2, 2025

3:26

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Commanding Generals' Cup

U.S. Marines compete in the 2025 Commanding Generals’ (CG’s) Cup Basketball Challenge, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C, April 29, 2025. The CG’s Cup Basketball Challenge consists of three various dribbling and shooting techniques including non-dominant hand dribbling, free throws, and a half-court shot. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Kenneth Johnson)

April 29, 2025

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Special Reaction Team

U.S. Marines with the Special Reaction Team (SRT), with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, execute rifle drill during courses of fire for the SRT lethal weapons training on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C, April 29, 2025. The Special Reaction Team is comprised of military police personnel trained to give an installation commander the ability to counter a threat situation surpassing normal law enforcement capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps video by PFC. Jaden Beardsley)

April 29, 2025

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Hotel Company Final Drill

Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, are evaluated during final drill on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 26, 2025. Final drill tests drill instructors on their ability to execute the movements properly. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kenneth Johnson)

April 26, 2025

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20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visits Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., on April 24, 2025. During this trip, Sgt. Maj. Ruiz mentored new Marines, observed depot staff and hosted a symposium for senior leadership of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)

April 24, 2025

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November Company Inventory Combat Fitness Test B-Roll Package

Recruits with November Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, complete the Inventory Combat Fitness Test on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 22, 2025. The Inventory CFT measures the recruits capabilities in advance of the scored CFT later on in the training cycle. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. William Horsley)

April 22, 2025

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November Company Inventory Combat Fitness Test

April 22, 2025

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Alpha Company Confidence Course

Recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, complete the confidence course on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 14, 2025. The purpose of the confidence course is to build the recruits trust and confidence in their physical abilities and their capability to complete difficult obstacles. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)

April 14, 2025

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