Videos

Michael Goodwin, a uniform fitter at MCRD Parris Island, explains how he fits recruits into their uniforms and his thoughts on the "world-famous" dress blue coat. (Official U.S. Marine Corps Video by Staff Sgt. Tyler Hlavac and Cpl. Daniel Lobo)

U.S. Marine Col. Edward L. Jeep, commanding officer, Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island conducts physical training with his battalion at 1st Recruit Training Battalion PT field, MCRD Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 11, 2017. The Marines conducted a motivation run followed by a circuit course workout to boost morale and maintain fitness standards. (U.S. Marine Corps Motion Imagery by Cpl. Scott Smolinski/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, receive their initial haircuts upon arriving to the Receiving Building aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 28, 2016. Weekly haircuts are meant to strip recruits of their individuality and for hygienic purposes. (U.S. Marine Corps motion imagery by Lance Cpl. Devon A. Burton and Lance Cpl. Daniel A. Lobo/Released)