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SMMC Ruiz participates in MOAA TotalForce+ panel

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, participates in a TotalForce+ Senior Enlisted Leader panel,...

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SMMC Ruiz visits Camp Devil Dog

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits students and staff of Marine Combat Training...

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SMMC Ruiz visits MEPS, RS, RSS in Twin Cities

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits staff and shippers at the Minneapolis Military...

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SMMC Ruiz visits MCRD San Diego

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 5, 2026....

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SMMC Ruiz hosts 2026 SMMC Symposium

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, hosts the 2026 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Symposium...

 

 

"IF THE MARINE IS THE WEAPON SYSTEM, THEN TREAT THE MARINE LIKE A WEAPON SYSTEM AND ARM THE MARINE LIKE A WEAPON SYSTEM." -SMMC

 

 

 

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, hosts the 2026 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Symposium (SMMCS), Washington, D.C., July 24, 2026. As part of the symposium, all attendees attended the SMMC-hosted evening parade at Marine Barracks Washington. Held from July 21-24, 2026, the SMMCS gathered over 60 senior enlisted leaders and their spouses to discuss troop welfare, manpower, training and education, leadership, and policy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 5, 2026. During his visit, Ruiz spoke to students and staff of Drill Instructor School and Basic Recruiting and Retention School. Ruiz visited to gain firsthand insight on the courses. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits staff and shippers at the Minneapolis Military Entrance Processing Station, staff with Recruiting Station Twin Cities, and recruiters and future Marines with Recruiting Sub-Station Bloomington, Minnesota, July 13, 2026. As part of his visit, Ruiz spoke with Marine recruiters, staff, and future Marines in order to gain a better understanding of current operations, while speaking to the importance of recruiting duty and finding purpose in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits students and staff of Marine Combat Training Battalion, School of Infantry-East, Camp Devil Dog, North Carolina, June 10, 2026. During his visit, Ruiz observed training, spoke with students and staff, and received quality of life updates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, participates in a TotalForce+ Senior Enlisted Leader panel, hosted by the Military Officers Association of America and moderated by Lt. Gen. Brian Kelly (Ret.), Alexandria, Virginia, July 8, 2026. Ruiz was joined by Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force John Bentivegna, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief, National Guard Bureau, Sergeant Major John Raines III, and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Phillip Waldron. The senior leaders had an in-depth discussion on quality of life topics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, alongside U.S. Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, volunteer with Habitat for Humanity as part of Navy-Marine Week Philadelphia 250, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Oct. 10, 2025. The event honors 250 years of Marine Corps legacy, tradition, and service by giving Philadelphia residents and visitors the opportunity to connect with Marines and Sailors, and experience community engagement events. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

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Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer shares his story
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer, the company gunnery sergeant of Delta company, 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, speaks about overcoming adversity at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 27, 2026. Troyer shared his personal experience to bring awareness to mental health challenges within the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alexis Ballin) (This video contains music from a USMC enterprise license asset from Adobe Stock: The Sad Piano by AurbanniAudio/Jamendo, MIFFED by Life Span, Snowflakes| Relaxing Harp Music with sounds of rain and birds by A|C, and Inspiring Storytelling by The Ratu/Music Revolution.) (This video contains stock footage from a USMC enterprise license asset from Adobe Stock: Nature background. Sun flare. Beautiful spring Sun shine through the birch tree green leaves. Blurred abstract bokeh with sun flare. Sunlight. Beams of light. Environment backdrop. Slow motion 4K by Subbotina Anna, Aerial of a tiny town in the American southwest by jn14productions, Family home, Property insurance. Family house in the rays of the sunset sun, a house at sunset, the sun shines through the trees. Symbol of home, happiness. Rural life concept. Dream of buying house by Gemelstock, Night Neighborhood suburb sun set reveal aerial drone by blackboxguild and A black celing fan rotating, view from below in a dark tone by Provokator.)
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Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer shares his story
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Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer shares his story
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer, the company gunnery sergeant of Delta company, 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, speaks about overcoming adversity at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 27, 2026. Troyer shared his personal experience to bring awareness to mental health challenges within the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alexis Ballin) (This video contains music from a USMC enterprise license asset from Adobe Stock: The Sad Piano by AurbanniAudio/Jamendo, MIFFED by Life Span, Snowflakes| Relaxing Harp Music with sounds of rain and birds by A|C, and Inspiring Storytelling by The Ratu/Music Revolution.) (This video contains stock footage from a USMC enterprise license asset from Adobe Stock: Nature background. Sun flare. Beautiful spring Sun shine through the birch tree green leaves. Blurred abstract bokeh with sun flare. Sunlight. Beams of light. Environment backdrop. Slow motion 4K by Subbotina Anna, Aerial of a tiny town in the American southwest by jn14productions, Family home, Property insurance. Family house in the rays of the sunset sun, a house at sunset, the sun shines through the trees. Symbol of home, happiness. Rural life concept. Dream of buying house by Gemelstock, Night Neighborhood suburb sun set reveal aerial drone by blackboxguild and A black celing fan rotating, view from below in a dark tone by Provokator.)
Marine Corps Reserve 110th Anniversary
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Marine Corps Reserve 110th Anniversary
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, speaks about the 110th Marine Corps Reserve anniversary at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, Aug. 28, 2026. The Marine Corps Reserve, created Aug. 29, 1916, provides trained and qualified units to support the active-duty component during times of war or national emergency. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas) By License - This video contains audio from a USMC enterprise licensed asset from Adobe Stock “Epic Calm Cinematic” by Benjamin Cornelius / https://stock.adobe.com/
Reel 5: What Do Marines Do When Times Are Difficult?
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Reel 5: What Do Marines Do When Times Are Difficult?
U.S. Marines with I Marine Expeditionary Force explain what they believe Marines do when times are difficult at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 19, 2026. This encourages Marines to know who they can call, stay connected, help their teammates and take the next step. No Marine fights alone. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Kelani Franklin)
Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer shares his story
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Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer shares his story
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Aaron Troyer, the company gunnery sergeant of Delta company, 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, speaks about overcoming adversity at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 27, 2026. Troyer shared his personal experience to bring awareness to mental health challenges within the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alexis Ballin) (This video contains music from a USMC enterprise license asset from Adobe Stock: The Sad Piano by AurbanniAudio/Jamendo, MIFFED by Life Span, Snowflakes| Relaxing Harp Music with sounds of rain and birds by A|C, and Inspiring Storytelling by The Ratu/Music Revolution.) (This video contains stock footage from a USMC enterprise license asset from Adobe Stock: Nature background. Sun flare. Beautiful spring Sun shine through the birch tree green leaves. Blurred abstract bokeh with sun flare. Sunlight. Beams of light. Environment backdrop. Slow motion 4K by Subbotina Anna, Aerial of a tiny town in the American southwest by jn14productions, Family home, Property insurance. Family house in the rays of the sunset sun, a house at sunset, the sun shines through the trees. Symbol of home, happiness. Rural life concept. Dream of buying house by Gemelstock, Night Neighborhood suburb sun set reveal aerial drone by blackboxguild and A black celing fan rotating, view from below in a dark tone by Provokator.)
Think Before You Speed. MCIWEST Slow Down Initiative.
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Think Before You Speed. MCIWEST Slow Down Initiative.
A public service announcement video highlighting safe driving practices as part of a base wide speeding prevention initiative on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 26, 2026. This PSA was created to encourage drivers to obey speed limits and make responsible decisions to help keep the installation safe. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Noah Martinez) This video uses USMC licensed assets and music from Adobe Stock.
Any Sensor, Any Shooter
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Any Sensor, Any Shooter
U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, demonstrate the ability to rapidly insert into key maritime terrain, enable resilient command and control networks, and connect multi-domain sensors to capable weapon systems through 3rd MLR's Fires and Air Direction Element in support of combined and joint operations across the littorals. Stationed on Marine Corps Base Hawaii and rapidly deployable across the Indo-Pacific, 3rd MLR is committed to promoting regional security and stability with purpose-built capabilities alongside allies and partners. This video production was created at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 26, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by 2nd Lt. John Kim and Sgt. Ernesto Lagunes) This video contains assets from Adobe Stock: https://stock.adobe.com/search/audio?k=2034596169
SLTE 4-26: The Backbone of the Marine Corps
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SLTE 4-26: The Backbone of the Marine Corps
U.S. Marines with various units across 2nd Regimental Combat Team discuss what it's like to lead, train and mentor as a sergeant in the Marine Corps during Service Level Training Exercise 4-26 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, August 2026. Sergeants serve as the critical link between junior Marines and senior leadership, using their experience to train, mentor and prepare the next generation of Marines. SLTE 4-26 is designed to be a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air-Ground Task Force across all domains of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Isaac Llanez Delgado)
Command Message to Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South
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Command Message to Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, Sgt. Maj. Patrick E. Fay, command senior enlisted leader of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, and U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Joseph L. Johnson, command master chief of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, deliver a message to the force at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, August. 21, 2026. The command leadership triad addressed total force readiness, operational priorities across both service components, and expectations for the upcoming training and deployment cycles for all Marines, Sailors and civilian personnel assigned to MARFORRES and MARFORSOUTH. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Owen Long)
MCRD San Diego Mike Company Graduation - 08/21/26
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MCRD San Diego Mike Company Graduation - 08/21/26
The new Marines of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Aug. 21, 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.
Lieutenant General Anderson introduces Command Master Chief Petty Officer Johnson
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Lieutenant General Anderson introduces Command Master Chief Petty Officer Johnson
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, introduces U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Petty Officer Joseph L. Johnson, the incoming command master chief of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, during a video message at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, August. 20th, 2026. Johnson assumes the role as the command master chief for Sailors across both commands, advising the commander on operational readiness, professional development and the health and welfare of Navy personnel integrated with the Marine Corps team. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Owen Long)
Lieutenant General Anderson introduces Sergeant Major Fay
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Lieutenant General Anderson introduces Sergeant Major Fay
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, introduces Sgt. Maj. Patrick E. Fay, incoming command senior enlisted leader of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, during a video message at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans, August. 20, 2026. Fay assumes the role as the senior enlisted advisor to the commander, focusing on force readiness, warfighting excellence and the welfare and development of Marines and Sailors across both components. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Owen Long)
Reel 3: Who Do You Call?
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Reel 3: Who Do You Call?
U.S. Marines with I Marine Expeditionary Force share who they call when experiencing a hard day at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 19, 2026. The motto, “No Marine Fights Alone,” reinforces the trust, connection and teamwork that Marines and Sailors rely on to recognize when a teammate needs support. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Kelani Franklin)
Reel 4: What Helps Solve Marines’ Problems?
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Reel 4: What Helps Solve Marines’ Problems?
U.S. Marines with I Marine Expeditionary Force speak about what they believe helps solve Marines’ problems at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 19, 2026. The motto, “No Marine Fights Alone,” reinforces the trust, connection and teamwork Marines and Sailors rely on to recognize when a teammate needs support. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Kelani Franklin)
F-35 Hype Reel
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F-35 Hype Reel
U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing display lethality and readiness across the globe, sharpened through the F-35, from January to December, 2025. Throughout the year, Marines with 2nd MAW conducted various training exercises, enhancing overall readiness and conducting operations to demonstrate presence and power around the world. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Lance Cpl. Keani Guthmueller)
Reel 1: No Marine Fights Alone
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Reel 1: No Marine Fights Alone
U.S. Marines with I Marine Expeditionary Force state the force preservation motto, “No Marine Fights Alone,” at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 19, 2026. The motto reinforces the trust, connection and teamwork Marines and Sailors rely on to recognize when a teammate needs support. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Kelani Franklin)
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