Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C.

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A structure fire is currently ongoing in the Officer Housing area aboard MCRD Parris Island. Fire & Emergency Services are on scene and actively responding.

Please avoid the area until further notice. Your cooperation is essential for safety and response efforts.

[Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. @MCRDPI]

Drivers should expect delays and random inspections at all entry gates as we enhance the security posture of our installation to ensure our ability to project combat power when and where required.

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🚨 INSTALLATION SECURITY ADVISORY 🚨

Due to recent events in New Orleans and Las Vegas, Commander NORTHCOM has directed all installations to immediately implement heightened security measures at all entry gates.

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All unvetted visitors must report to the installation Visitor Center to request access.

For further details on MCRD Parris Island access procedures please visit: https://t.co/yFaDIADLOG

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Initially known as Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I in 1918. The holiday was renamed Veterans Day, in 1954, to honor all military veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Dakota Dodd)

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Remembering Those Who Served

Brig. Gen. Ahmed Williamson, the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and the Eastern Recruit Region, walked in the annual Beaufort Veterans Day Parade in downtown Beaufort, today.

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Happy Halloween

From all of us here at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.

No recruits were hurt in the making of this video.

🎥 by Lance Cpl. Jordy Morales

[U.S. Marines @USMC]

Happy 249th Birthday!

#Marines have served alongside Sailors and aboard @USNavy vessels since our inception. Our shared core values have created a unique & unshakable bond.

Together, we will continue executing our mission well into the future as a #BlueGreenTeam.

Semper Fi!

[Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. @MCRDPI]

DODEA will reassess the situation and make an announcement tomorrow afternoon about whether or not they will reopen on Tuesday.

Please continue to monitor MCRD Parris Island and DODEA official platforms for updates on reopening.

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**For Marines and Families at MCRD Parris Island**

DODEA Schools Cancellation

Both Laurel Bay DODEA schools will be closed Monday, 30 September 2024, due to effects from Hurricane Helene.

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Best. Day. Ever. 🥳
From the traditional ‘yellow footprints’ - which recruits stand on before entering the hallowed Marine Corps doors - to becoming a US Marine, it was a special moment when our 🇬🇧 @RoyalMarines joined 🇺🇸 @USMC graduating bootcamp at @MCRDPI in South Carolina.

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Not only does this satisfy annual rifle and pistol training requirements, Marines also have the opportunity to earn Distinguished Marksmanship Badges!

Scan the QR Code to register!

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‼️Attention Tri-Command Marines ‼️

Join us for the Parris Island Intramural Shooting Competition hosted by Weapons and Field Training Battalion!

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On September 26, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island will be conducting a full-scale emergency exercise at Peatross Parade Field.

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We ask for everyone’s cooperation and patience throughout the exercise.

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“That’s when I knew—I was going to become a Marine.”

Read the full story on our Facebook page: https://t.co/fa9SerVdPD

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MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT PARRIS ISLAND S.C. – For one Marine, standing on the Parade Deck on graduation wasn’t just a symbol of completing recruit training—it was the culmination of a journey that began when he was five years old.

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“I was sitting on the couch with my stepdad, watching Marines in battle on TV. There were bombs, bullets flying, but every Marine stood their ground. Not one fell,” said the now-honor graduate, a Cleveland, Ohio native, Pfc. Andrew Chambers.