U.S. Marines conduct Submerged Vehicle Egress Training and Underwater Egress Training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 28 and 30, 2025. SVET is dedicated for ground vehicle simulation in the event of an Amphibious Assault Vehicle sinking and UET provides Marines and sailors with the skills and confidence to safely evacuate an aircraft submerged in water. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada)

U.S. Marine Corps public service announcement video highlighting the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday celebration, created in Arlington, VA, Aug. 7, 2025. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living 'Semper Fidelis' or 'Always Faithful' to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl Juaquin Greaves and Lance Cpl. Alondra Lopez Gonzalez) The video contains music from a USMC licensed asset from Audiomachine.

New Marines with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, participate in the motivational run on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Aug. 7, 2025. 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 video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)

Video summarizing the Marine Leaders of the Americas Conference 2025, held in Washington, D.C., Aug. 4-6, 2025. MLAC 2025, hosted by the Commandant of the Marine Corps and sponsored by U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South, convenes senior Marine and naval infantry leaders from Argentina, Australia, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, United Kingdom and the United States to discuss shared security challenges and enhance regional cooperation. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt Samuel Qin)

Recruits with November Company, 3rd Recruit Training Regiment, conduct incentivized training Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., August 7, 2025. Drill instructors administer incentive training to recruits in order to correct deficiencies and increase discipline. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)

This U.S. Marine Corps video features the variety of resources and recreational activities available to service members and base personnel on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 7, 2025. Some of the activities MCB Quantico offers include bowling, movies, camping and more. Base personnel can find more activities and resources at the MCB Quantico website. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Katherine Corado)

U.S. Marines complete basic and intermediate swim qualifications at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 28, 2025. Marine Corps swim qualifications are designed to instill self-confidence and reinforce a Marine’s duty in maintaining skill, proficiency, and lethality in water based operations. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

U.S. Marine Corps corporals with 2nd Marine Logistics Group Corporals Leadership School recite the United States Marine Corps noncommissioned officer creed at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 6, 2025. The focus of the Corporals Leadership School is to provide professional military education for noncommissioned officers by enhancing physical discipline, warfighting skills, knowledge of Marine Corps history, and Marine Corps customs. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Javier Santillan) Contains music from Adobe Stock: https://stock.adobe.com/search/audio?k=372214443 For more information about the Corporals Leadership School, visit: https://www.2ndmlg.marines.mil/News/Article/Article/516877/mlg-heads-own-corporals-course/

U.S. Marine Corps students with the National Capital Regions Staff Sergeant Transition Symposium conduct a physical training event at Butler Stadium on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 6, 2025. The Fiscal Year 25 NCR Staff Sergeant Transition Symposium is a five-day dynamic professional military education course comprised of FY25 Staff Sergeant selectees from diverse Military Occupational Specialty backgrounds and commands, aiming to shape Marines into ethical, operationally grounded SNCOs. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Hannah Kear)

Recruits with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, perform the Day Movement Course during Basic Warrior Training (BWT) on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Aug. 6, 2025. During BWT recruits learn the basics of combat survival and advanced rifle maneuvers. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jordy Morales)

Military members and their families participate in National Night Out, hosted by Security Battalion and Marine Corps Community Services Quantico, at Crossroads Elementary School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 5, 2025. National Night Out is a nationwide event that allows emergency response personnel to heighten awareness and encourage crime prevention with the goal to strengthen community spirit and send a message that neighborhoods are organized and prepared to observe, report, and remain vigilant. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Ethan Miller)

An animation created in Adobe After Effects showcases the history of the Purple Heart medal on Guam, on Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz, Guam, August 4, 2025. The medal stands as the nation’s oldest military decoration, bestowed in solemn tribute to those wounded or killed in defense of the United States. (U.S. Marine Corps graphic by Lance Cpl. Mark Dvoskin)

The new Marines of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. 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 1st Marine Expeditionary Force and U.S. Navy Sailors with the USS SOMERSET (LPD25) conduct static display tours aboard the SOMERSET at Seattle Fleet Week July 31, 2025. Seattle Seafair Fleet Week is an annual event which provides an opportunity for the people of Seattle the opportunity to meet Marines and Sailors, learn about their missions, and build community between the people of Seattle and their Navy and Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alan Gomez)