USMC Recruiting

Official account of Marine Corps Recruiting. For more information, contact a Marine Corps recruiter:

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Marines are made for winning our Nation’s battles, driven by an unshakable belief that America’s future is worth fighting for.

This calling is one that only we can answer. Because while many desire to make a difference, only a few can earn their place among Marines.

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Marines learn early in their training that fear is just one more obstacle that must be overcome to win every battle. The Combat Course at Officer Candidates School develops physical fitness, mental resilience, and tactical decision-making skills.

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Sunset may signify the end of a day to the average person, but not to a Marine. The cover of darkness is often used by the Marine Corps to gain an advantage on the battlefield. Do you have what it takes to become a Marine?

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Marines must be able to adapt to and utilize any environment they find themselves in. A Marine conducts a live-fire stalk as part of Mountain Scout Sniper Course 2-26 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, Ca.

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Learn what it takes to serve as a Marine Judge Advocate.
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Marine lawyers are unique, because unlike lawyers in other branches they must undergo the same screening as any officer and must earn their Eagle, Globe, and Anchor just like every other Marine.

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Learn what it takes to become a Marine Musician. https://t.co/aRRQGBiN5D

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The Marine Corps Musician Enlistment Option Program offers accomplished musicians the opportunity to serve their country while pursuing their craft at the highest level.

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The word "marine" functions primarily as an adjective or a noun relating to the sea or amphibious military forces.

U.S. Marines have a long amphibious history, starting with protecting ships in the Revolutionary War, and they have been winning battles on all fronts ever since.

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As the Nation’s force in readiness, Marines are always prepared to respond to any crisis, anywhere in the world. Will you be one of the few who will answer our Nation’s call?

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Most people avoid the threat of danger, Marines run right towards it. 1st Sgt. Allen Bostron helped save two children by digging them out of debris after a landslide occurred following a typhoon in Miura, Japan.

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A Marine helped dig two children from debris and spent hours clearing wreckage from his Japanese neighbors’ homes after a landslide triggered by Typhoon Dujuan tore through his neighborhood

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Combat readiness depends on the tactical proficiency of every Marine. Their deep knowledge of their assigned weapon systems determines the outcome on the battlefield.

A Marine fires the AT4 84mm light anti-armor weapon during a live-fire range on Camp Fuji, Japan.

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Observe, orient, decide, act; whoever can do that faster is going to outmaneuver the enemy. Marines thrive in uncertainty, turning chaos into the plan itself to win battles in the most tumultuous of scenarios.

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Marines search and seize a vessel of interest as part of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors, and protect our Nation. The vessel was boarded and cleared before being destroyed.

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The warrior spirit is what carries Marines through some of the most grueling and rigorous training, ensuring that when adversity arises on the battlefield, they will win the fight. A Marine conducts shallow water egress training at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan.

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Learn more about the Marine Corps Musician Enlistment Option Program.
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Marine Musicians bring the values, traditions, and legacy of the Marine Corps to audiences not only across the Nation but also around the world.

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Since 1775, Marines have excelled in amphibious warfare all over the world. Marines train to conduct underwater access and reconnaissance missions, ensuring they are ready to win the next battle no matter the environment.

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Direct fire, indirect fire, long distance, or close, Marines are known for their expert marksmanship using any weapons system. Marines fire an M224 60mm mortar system during a live-fire range at Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Puerto Rico.

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Yellow footprints, that phone call home, and speaking in third person—every Marine remembers their first night on the depot. Are you ready to take that first step onto the yellow footprints?

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Drill Instructors spend 13 weeks transforming recruits into United States Marines. Beyond the physical grind of recruit training, they also provide instruction on Marine Corps history, customs and courtesies, how to wear the uniform properly, and more.