Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps
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"Mission First, Marines Always"

In my term as Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, it is important to ensure the well-being of our enlisted force in keeping with the Commandant's Planning Guidance. To this effort, I offer advice on Marine Corps education as it relates to curriculum development and execution of enlisted Professional Military Education, quality of life, and overall readiness of Marines and families. The mission is to train, educate, and manage talent within the Corps to be the most ready when the nation is least ready.

Sergeant Major Troy E. Black Official Biography

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The Jedburgh Podcast

The Jedburgh Podcast with Sergeant Major of The Marine Corps Troy Black | Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Marine?

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SMMC speaks about snipers, tanks, and leadership

SMMC speaks about snipers, tanks, and leadership

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SMMC Testifies Before House Armed Services Committee

Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Troy Black testifies during the House Armed Services Committee, Subcommittee on Military Personnel on military quality...

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SMMC Testifies Before House Appropriations

Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Troy Black testifies during the House Appropriations Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies...

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Innovation and Quality of Life

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, gives guidance to Marines across I Marine Expeditionary Force...

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SMMC Visits 2/5 Marines

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, poses for a photo with Marines from 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine...

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SMMC Addresses School of Infantry Marines

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines undergoing the Infantry Marine Course at...

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SMMC Speaks to 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion Marines

U.S. Marine Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, gives a speech to Marines from various units at the maintenance bays for...


United States Naval Community College SealEducation

The United States Naval Community College (USNCC) was introduced to support enlisted Sailors and Marines in achieving professional certificates and associate degrees that will enhance operational readiness and improve warfighting capabilities, while putting Sailors and Marines on a path to lifelong learning. With the addition of the US Coast Guard, Coast Guardsmen will also be able to access the USNCC.  

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Memorial Day 2023
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