Marine Barracks Washington hosted the Acting Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Hung Cao, during an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., May 8, 2026. The Honorable Hung Cao served as the guest of honor, with Gen. Bradford J. Gering hosting the evening’s parade. Evening Parades at 8th & I reflect the legacy of Marines and the enduring standard of honor, courage, and commitment represented by Marines at the “Oldest Post.” (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Christopher Prelle)

U.S. Marine Corps Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct a basic warfighting technique course on Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., May 7, 2026. The event consisted of the bayonet assault course, body sparring, and pugil stick fighting, to simulate combat obstacles. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Emily Bos)

U.S. Marine Corps video created in Adobe Premiere Pro to showcase the 2026 Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Air Show. This video was created on MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 4, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jasmin Az)

U.S. Marines with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), conduct live-fire attack drone training with Neros Archer first-person view drones at Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico, April 7-10, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps video)

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion conduct various events during the Crucible at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 5, 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 Sgt. Oneg Plisner)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island participate in the Weapons Warrior Challenge on MCRD Parris Island, S.C., May 5, 2026. The competition was designed to test and reinforce the warfighting skills required of all Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Pfc. Malachi Pinkston)

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni hosted Friendship Day at MCAS Iwakuni, May 3, 2026. The JMSDF-MCAS Iwakuni Friendship Day is hosted annually to strengthen relationships with the host community and offer a cultural exchange that highlights the mutual support between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Brian Long) The video contains music from a USMC licensed asset from Adobe Stock.

This promotional video for the 2026 Fittest Instructor Competition invites Marine instructors and from across the fleet to virtually participate in this year’s competition, created May 5, 2026. The Fittest Instructor Competition will virtually bring together instructors who will go head-to-head in a series of demanding physical challenges while allowing for max participation across the forces to truly determine who earns the tittle of the ‘Fittest Instructor’. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Katherine Corado)

U.S. Marine Corps video created in Adobe Premier Pro for social media platforms in support of the 2026 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Noth Carolina, May 5, 2026. The 2026 Air Show offers an opportunity for the public to witness thrilling aerial demonstrations, explore extensive military and civilian static displays and exhibits and experience the precision and professionalism of the U.S. Armed Forces. This promotional video aims to build excitement for the community event and highlight key reasons for audiences to attend. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Michail Stankosky)

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni hosted Friendship Day at MCAS Iwakuni, May 3, 2026. The JMSDF-MCAS Iwakuni Friendship Day is hosted annually to strengthen relationships with the host community and offer a cultural exchange that highlights the mutual support between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. David Getz) The video contains music from a USMC licensed asset from Bensound.

U.S. Marine Corps video created in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Premiere Pro to showcase performers at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point's 2026 Air Show. This video was created at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 1, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Landon Lingle)

Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct incentive training on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., May 1, 2026. Drill instructors administer incentive training to recruits in order to correct deficiencies and increase discipline. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jaden Beardsley)

The new Marines of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, May 01 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. Marine Corps motion graphic created in Adobe After Effects for social media platforms in support of the 2026 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 29, 2026. The 2026 Air Show offers an opportunity for the public to witness thrilling aerial demonstrations, explore extensive military and civilian static displays and exhibits and experience the precision and professionalism of the U.S. Armed Forces. This promotional video aims to build excitement for the community event and highlight key reasons for audiences to attend. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Andre Marshall)