U.S. Marine and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250, take part in multiple events across Boston, Massachusetts, as part of SAIL250 Boston. SAIL250 Boston celebrates America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Marines, Sailors, and community partners throughout the city.  (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Gelissa Reginald and Lance Cpl. Alisha Bard)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force, compete in a live-fire shooting competition on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 14, 2026. The multi-stage competition was designed to evaluate shooters on speed, accuracy, and decision-making while moving through dynamic environments. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Nathan Pintar)

U.S. Marines assigned 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct routine operations and integrated training with the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group off the coast of California, July 13, 2026. The 13th MEU and the MKIARG are underway and conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations to enhance their combined Navy-Marine Corps readiness and lethality. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Christian Cutter)

The U.S. Marine Corps has chartered the MATILDA 1, a contractor-owned/contractor-operated Stern Landing Vessel (SLV), to support service-level modernization and littoral experimentation. During the initial charter period, the vessel will operate across a broad geographic range including the West Pacific an Oceana. As a purpose-built SLV, the MATILDA 1 utilizes a shallow-draft design and specialized stern ramp to enable capability sets—comprising both personnel and equipment—to land directly on diverse shorelines. This provides a vital maneuver and sustainment link in shallow coastal waters that operates independently and is distinct from traditional amphibious operations.

In this WARR Educational Speaker Series, Eric and Sarah...

In this WARR Educational Speaker Series, Eric and Sarah...

U.S. Marines conduct initial training on a Multi-Mission Reconnaissance Craft Bravo at Naha Port, Okinawa, Japan, June 5-10, 2025. Offering superior maneuverability in shallow waters, these boats allow for rapid deployment in support of littoral operations. They are equipped to transport personnel and supplies, ensuring Marine forces maintain operational tempo and sustainment in austere, distributed environments. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Tucker Mocan)

U.S. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force field the Medium-Range Intercept Capability system at Mason Live Fire Training Range Complex, Guam, June 19-30, 2026 during a live-fire demonstration in support of VALIANT SHIELD 2026. The MRIC provides a state-of-the-art missile system that defeats enemy cruise missiles and other manned and unmanned aerial threats. Exercises like VALIANT SHIELD allow Pacific Command Joint Forces the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service and with our allies to conduct precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the joint force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Benjamin Catindig) This video contains USMC licensed music assets from Adobe Stock: Cyberpunk Metal (Full Version) – Vihlyancev_EV

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct flight operations in support of Valiant Shield 2026 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 22 through July 1, 2026. Exercises like Valiant Shield allow Pacific Command Joint Forces the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service and with our allies to conduct precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the joint force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Cecilia Campbell)

The new Marines of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, July 10th 2026. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.

U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, Infantry Training Battalion, School of Infantry - West, participate in a Warfighting Field Exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 9, 2026. The WARFEX serves as the culminating event at ITB, evaluating students’ proficiency in decision-making and physical capabilities that will familiarize them with the skills of a Marine Corps Basic Infantryman. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand) The video contains music from a USMC enterprise licensed asset from Adobe Stock: Film Suspenseful Mystery performed by Analog Motif Tasty/stock.adobe.com

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion complete their transformation into Marines during the Crucible’s final 15-kilometer hike, receiving their Eagle Globe and Anchors at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 9, 2026. The Crucible is a 54-hour event where recruits apply the knowledge they have learned throughout recruit training, to earn the title of United States Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Brooke Pedersen)

A video production created as an introduction for Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni to highlight the air station’s mission and daily operations. The video production was designed to display unique capabilities and opportunities and feature military occupational fields across all aspects of the installation. This video was narrated by U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Robert Navarro, an infantry unit leader and officer in charge of the Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni indoor small arms range, and a native of Oceanside, California. (U.S. Marine Corps video by 1st Lt. Justin Weinstein and Cpl. Colin Thibault) Archival footage courtesy of the USMC History Division and the Library of the University of South Carolina.

America's Airshow returns to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Sept. 25–27, 2026. The annual event offers a unique opportunity to experience Marine Corps and military aviation capabilities, world-class civilian performers and the renowned U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Attendees can engage with Marines, service members, first responders and exhibitors while exploring the innovation and technology that support today's military. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Santicia Ambriez-Stippey)