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U.S. Marine Corps GySgt. Justin Kelley, the Marine Corps’ first applicant for the Marine Corps Talent Acquisition Pilot (MCTAP), graduated recruit training on Dec. 20,2024 from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. The MCTAP program is designed to address the Corps' need for a rapid process to identify, train, and employ personnel who possess essential skills and relevant experience to meet warfighting requirements. MCTAP enables the service to access eligible candidates, including those with prior Marine Corps service, other military service, or no prior service, to enlist and serve in specific military occupational specialties at ranks equivalent to their experience and expertise. Kelly, who previously served in the U.S. Air Force and has spent the last decade supporting military organizations with signals intelligence in the private sector, will serve at Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command following graduation. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Staff Sgt Brendan Custer)

Recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion conducts chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRN) defense training in the gas chamber at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 9, 2024. Training for CBRN defense is an event that recruits must complete in order to become United States Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kenneth Johnson)

Recruits with India Company, 3rdRecruit Training Battalion, descend the rappel tower on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 9, 2024. The 47-foot-tall rappel tower helps recruits overcome their fear of heights and to trust their gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kenneth Johnson)

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion maneuver through the confidence course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, Dec. 4, 2024. The course is designed to challenge the recruits’ physical agility and mental focus by completing obstacles that require their strength, balance, and determination. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Kenneth Johnson)

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion maneuver through the confidence course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, Dec 4, 2024. The course is designed to challenge the recruits’ physical agility and mental focus by completing obstacles that require their strength, balance, and determination. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Vivian Martinez-Reyes)

Take a virtual tour of Quarters One decorated for the holiday season. Quarters One is the home to Parris Island’s commanding general and is one of the oldest structures on the depot. In celebration of the holiday season, Brig. Gen. Ahmed Williamson has decorated the home and will have open house celebrations with Marines, sailors, and their families throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Staff Sgt Brendan Custer & Lance Cpl. Kenneth Johnson)

Recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, perform the Day Movement Course during the Crucible on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Nov. 26, 2024. The Crucible is a 54-hour long culminating event where recruits use the skills they have learned through recruit training in order to earn their Eagle, Globe, and Anchor at the end. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Vivian Martinez-Reyes)

New Marines with Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, are presented their Eagle, Globe and Anchor on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 23, 2024. The Eagle, Globe and Anchor ceremony is the final event of the Crucible and represents the transformation from recruit to Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Vivian Martinez-Reyes)

U.S. Marines and Sailors participate in a Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor (MAI) course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 21, 2024. MAI courses are designed to hone combative techniques while enduring mental and physical challenges, preparing MAIs to effectively lead Marines through the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, complete the Land Navigation Course during Basic Warrior Training aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 20, 2024. Land Navigation tests recruits on their knowledge and ability to use a compass and topographical map. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Christian Kuhn)

Recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, complete the Land Navigation Course during Basic Warrior Training aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 20, 2024. Land Navigation tests recruits on their knowledge and ability to use a compass and topographical map. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Vivian Martinez-Reyes)

Recruits with India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, Arrive at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 19, 2024. Recruits begin the receiving process with administrative processing, gear issue, and haircuts. (U.S. Marine Corps Video Lance Cpl. Kenneth Johnson)

U.S. Marine Corps Recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, receive chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) defense training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Nov. 18, 2024. Training for CBRN defense is an event in which recruits experience the exposure of gases and learn how to properly use a gas mask. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Vivian Martinez-Reyes)

Recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, Body Spar during the Crucible on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 14 , 2024. The Crucible is a 54-hour culminating event in which the previous 11 weeks of training are put to the test. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Vivian Martinez-Reyes)