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New Marines with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, clean and return their rifles and gear to the armory on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 29, 2024. These rifles have been carried throughout recruit training and are returned on the last week aboard the depot during the check-out process. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

New Marines with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, clean and return their rifles and gear to the armory on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 29, 2024. These rifles have been carried throughout recruit training and are returned on the last week aboard the depot during the check-out process. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct night operations over Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 29, 2024. The operations were conducted as part of the Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPUTEX), The MEU's final at-sea certification exercise under the evaluation of Center Strike Group 4 and the Expeditionary Operations Training Group. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Roger-Junior Annoh)

Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct night operations over Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., April 29, 2024. The operations were conducted as part of the Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPUTEX), The MEU's final at-sea certification exercise under the evaluation of Center Strike Group 4 and the Expeditionary Operations Training Group. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Roger-Junior Annoh)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Roger-Junior Annoh

U.S. Navy sailors with Navy Medical Readiness Training Command - Naval Hospital Beaufort hosted a celebration ceremony at the hospital, April 25, 2024. The celebration marked the hospital's 75th Anniversary since its opening and first-in-patient care services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dakota Dodd)

U.S. Navy sailors with Navy Medical Readiness Training Command - Naval Hospital Beaufort hosted a celebration ceremony at the hospital, April 25, 2024. The celebration marked the hospital's 75th Anniversary since its opening and first-in-patient care services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dakota Dodd)

Photo by Cpl. Dakota Dodd

Currently occupied for the U.S. Marines and recruits of Romeo Company, Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, the installation was formally dedicated to the late retired U.S. Marine, Sgt. Maj. Louis Roundtree on April 19, 2023 by Brig. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. and the Eastern Recruiting Region, and Sgt. Maj. Sael Garcia, sergeant major of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and the Eastern Recruiting Region.

Following the dedication ceremony, members of the Montford Point Marine Association and guests were able to view various displays dedicated to Sgt. Maj. Roundtree and the Montford Point Marines throughout Roundtree Hall and the Parris Island Museum on the depot.

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Kliewer)

Currently occupied for the U.S. Marines and recruits of Romeo Company, Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, the installation was formally dedicated to the late retired U.S. Marine, Sgt. Maj. Louis Roundtree on April 19, 2023 by Brig. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. and the Eastern Recruiting Region, and Sgt. Maj. Sael Garcia, sergeant major of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and the Eastern Recruiting Region. Following the dedication ceremony, members of the Montford Point Marine Association and guests were able to view various displays dedicated to Sgt. Maj. Roundtree and the Montford Point Marines throughout Roundtree Hall and the Parris Island Museum on the depot. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Kliewer)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Kliewer

Recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, receive incentive training on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Feb. 21, 2024. Drill instructors administer incentive training to recruits in order to correct deficiencies and increase discipline. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ayden Cassano)

Recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, receive incentive training on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Feb. 21, 2024. Drill instructors administer incentive training to recruits in order to correct deficiencies and increase discipline. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ayden Cassano)

Photo by Pfc. Ayden Cassano

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. participate in competitive events on MCRD Parris Island, Feb. 15, 2024. The competition consisted of team-oriented exercises and challenges that focused on unit participation and morale. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. participate in competitive events on MCRD Parris Island, Feb. 15, 2024. The competition consisted of team-oriented exercises and challenges that focused on unit participation and morale. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

Recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct the Combat Fitness Test on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Feb. 10, 2024. The CFT is an annual fitness test that measures a Marine's combat readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Hallie Hall)

Recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct the Combat Fitness Test on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Feb. 10, 2024. The CFT is an annual fitness test that measures a Marine's combat readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Hallie Hall)

Photo by Pfc. Hallie Hall

New Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, participate in the motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 1, 2024. The motivational run takes place on Family Day, the day before graduation, and serves as a first time for visiting families to see their new Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

New Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, participate in the motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 1, 2024. The motivational run takes place on Family Day, the day before graduation, and serves as a first time for visiting families to see their new Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

Recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, receive coaching during grass week on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 22, 2024. At the conclusion of grass week, recruits are tested on their knowledge of weapon safety and the fundamentals of marksmanship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, receive coaching during grass week on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 22, 2024. At the conclusion of grass week, recruits are tested on their knowledge of weapon safety and the fundamentals of marksmanship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, receive coaching during swim week on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 2, 2024. Following coaching, recruits must demonstrate their proficiency in the water in order to progress to the next phase of recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, receive coaching during swim week on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 2, 2024. Following coaching, recruits must demonstrate their proficiency in the water in order to progress to the next phase of recruit training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

Pfc. Morgan Mathews is awarded her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor from her husband and recruiter SSgt. Charles Mathews at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 9, 2023. The EGA ceremony is one of the most important events in any Marine's life, rarely is there an opportunity for a spouse to present a new Marine with the EGA. This moment was so emotionally impactful that neither party could barely say a word. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. William Horsley)

Pfc. Morgan Mathews is awarded her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor from her husband and recruiter SSgt. Charles Mathews at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 9, 2023. The EGA ceremony is one of the most important events in any Marine's life, rarely is there an opportunity for a spouse to present a new Marine with the EGA. This moment was so emotionally impactful that neither party could barely say a word. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. William Horsley)

Photo by Lance Cpl. William Horsley

Recruits with November Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct Final Drill on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 6, 2023. Final Drill tests drill instructors on their ability to give drill commands and tests recruits on their ability to execute the movements properly. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Recruits with November Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct Final Drill on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 6, 2023. Final Drill tests drill instructors on their ability to give drill commands and tests recruits on their ability to execute the movements properly. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

PFC Francis J. Flannery reunites with his family during Family Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., on Nov. 8th, 2023. PFC Flannery graduates recruit training with record for the highest marksmanship score in depot history. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ezekieljay Correa)

PFC Francis J. Flannery reunites with his family during Family Day at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., on Nov. 8th, 2023. PFC Flannery graduates recruit training with record for the highest marksmanship score in depot history. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ezekieljay Correa)

Photo by Sgt. Ezekieljay Correa

Gavin Kulczewski, a native of Aiken, South Carolina, receives a haircut as part of the accessioning process at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 7, 2023. Recruits begin the receiving process with administrative processing, gear issue, and haircuts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Gavin Kulczewski, a native of Aiken, South Carolina, receives a haircut as part of the accessioning process at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 7, 2023. Recruits begin the receiving process with administrative processing, gear issue, and haircuts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

Private Daylien Diaz conducts the Obstacle Course during the Crucible on Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 7th, 2023. Pvt. Diaz graduated from recruit training Nov. 21 and will return to her profession as a police officer with the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department while serving in the Marine Corps Reserves. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Private Daylien Diaz conducts the Obstacle Course during the Crucible on Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 7th, 2023. Pvt. Diaz graduated from recruit training Nov. 21 and will return to her profession as a police officer with the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department while serving in the Marine Corps Reserves. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

Recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, complete the Crucible on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 3, 2023. 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 photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, complete the Crucible on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 3, 2023. 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 photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria

- Jack Lowe holds his Eagle Globe and Anchor out after becoming an “Honorary Marine,” during a ceremony at the Lowe family residence on November 1, 2023. Lowe was honored for his unwavering dedication and his remarkable resilience in the face of adversity through his ongoing fight with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Lowe has a long familial history of military service and always dreamed of serving his country.

The Honorary Marine program officially began in 1992 under 30th Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Carl E. Mundy. The bestowment of the title “Honorary Marine” is “designed to reinforce the special bond between the American people and the Marine Corps by recognizing individuals in the civilian community who have made extraordinary contributions to the Marine Corps”. ”. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Warren Smith)

- Jack Lowe holds his Eagle Globe and Anchor out after becoming an “Honorary Marine,” during a ceremony at the Lowe family residence on November 1, 2023. Lowe was honored for his unwavering dedication and his remarkable resilience in the face of adversity through his ongoing fight with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Lowe has a long familial history of military service and always dreamed of serving his country. The Honorary Marine program officially began in 1992 under 30th Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Carl E. Mundy. The bestowment of the title “Honorary Marine” is “designed to reinforce the special bond between the American people and the Marine Corps by recognizing individuals in the civilian community who have made extraordinary contributions to the Marine Corps”. ”. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Warren Smith)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Warren Smith

Recruits with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct the Confidence Course on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 31, 2023. After demonstrations, recruits complete various physically and mentally challenging obstacles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ezekieljay Correa)

Recruits with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct the Confidence Course on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 31, 2023. After demonstrations, recruits complete various physically and mentally challenging obstacles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ezekieljay Correa)

Photo by Sgt. Ezekieljay Correa

U.S. Marines compete in the Intermural Rifle and Pistol Competition at the Weapons and Field Training Battalion on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 26, 2023. The competition, hosted by the Parris Island Rifle and Pistol Team, consists of various courses of fire in which competitors conduct multiple scenarios and maneuvers with both rifle and pistol. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Micah Bower)

U.S. Marines compete in the Intermural Rifle and Pistol Competition at the Weapons and Field Training Battalion on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 26, 2023. The competition, hosted by the Parris Island Rifle and Pistol Team, consists of various courses of fire in which competitors conduct multiple scenarios and maneuvers with both rifle and pistol. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Micah Bower)

Photo by LCpl. Micah Bower

U.S. Marines compete in the Intermural Rifle and Pistol Competition at the Weapons and Field Training Battalion on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 24, 2023. The competition, hosted by the Parris Island Rifle and Pistol Team, consists of various courses of fire in which competitors conduct multiple scenarios and maneuvers with both rifle and pistol. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Micah Bower)

U.S. Marines compete in the Intermural Rifle and Pistol Competition at the Weapons and Field Training Battalion on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Oct. 24, 2023. The competition, hosted by the Parris Island Rifle and Pistol Team, consists of various courses of fire in which competitors conduct multiple scenarios and maneuvers with both rifle and pistol. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Micah Bower)

Photo by Pfc. Micah Bower

Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island