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U.S. Marines with 9th Marine Corps District stand at attention for the playing of anchors’ aweigh during a post and relief ceremony at the 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters on Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois, June 12, 2025. The ceremony was held to mark the transition between senior enlisted leadership, signifying all responsibilities and authorities being transferred between the sergeants major. During the ceremony, Leader relinquished his post, and Sgt. Maj. Cory Curtis assumed his duties as the command’s senior enlisted leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Marines with 9th Marine Corps District stand at attention for the playing of anchors’ aweigh during a post and relief ceremony at the 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters on Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois, June 12, 2025. The ceremony was held to mark the transition between senior enlisted leadership, signifying all responsibilities and authorities being transferred between the sergeants major. During the ceremony, Leader relinquished his post, and Sgt. Maj. Cory Curtis assumed his duties as the command’s senior enlisted leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

U.S. Marines with 9th Marine Corps District stand at attention for the playing of anchors’ aweigh during a post and relief ceremony at the 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters on Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois, June 12, 2025. The ceremony was held to mark the transition between senior enlisted leadership, signifying all responsibilities and authorities being transferred between the sergeants major. During the ceremony, Leader relinquished his post, and Sgt. Maj. Cory Curtis assumed his duties as the command’s senior enlisted leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Marines with 9th Marine Corps District stand at attention for the playing of anchors’ aweigh during a post and relief ceremony at the 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters on Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois, June 12, 2025. The ceremony was held to mark the transition between senior enlisted leadership, signifying all responsibilities and authorities being transferred between the sergeants major. During the ceremony, Leader relinquished his post, and Sgt. Maj. Cory Curtis assumed his duties as the command’s senior enlisted leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

Marines and educators with Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, pose for a group photo during the 2025 Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 2025. The Educators Workshop program provides selected educators and influential community members with an experiential opportunity to see how the Marine Corps transforms young men and women into Marines. Attendees receive current information regarding Marine Corps training practices, military job skills, service opportunities, military lifestyle, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Marines and educators with Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, pose for a group photo during the 2025 Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 2025. The Educators Workshop program provides selected educators and influential community members with an experiential opportunity to see how the Marine Corps transforms young men and women into Marines. Attendees receive current information regarding Marine Corps training practices, military job skills, service opportunities, military lifestyle, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw

Maj Patrick Leet

Maj Patrick Leet

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

U.S. Marines and City of Chicago officials pose for a group photo in the City of Chicago Council Chambers after a wreath laying ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo Jima in Chicago, Ill., Feb. 23, 2025. Balcer is a Vietnam veteran, former Alderman of the 11th Ward of the City of Chicago, and active member of the veteran community in Chicagoland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

U.S. Marines and City of Chicago officials pose for a group photo in the City of Chicago Council Chambers after a wreath laying ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo Jima in Chicago, Ill., Feb. 23, 2025. Balcer is a Vietnam veteran, former Alderman of the 11th Ward of the City of Chicago, and active member of the veteran community in Chicagoland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

Photo by Sgt. Dalton Payne

U.S. Marine Maj. Branden Koonce, the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, gives remarks at a wreath laying ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo Jima in Chicago, Ill., Feb. 23, 2025. Koonce gave a speech honoring those that fought at the Battle of Iwo Jima, remarking on the lasting impact those Marines had on the Marine Corps and the Nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

U.S. Marine Maj. Branden Koonce, the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, gives remarks at a wreath laying ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo Jima in Chicago, Ill., Feb. 23, 2025. Koonce gave a speech honoring those that fought at the Battle of Iwo Jima, remarking on the lasting impact those Marines had on the Marine Corps and the Nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

Photo by Sgt. Dalton Payne

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Nathan Blackwell, commanding officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, discusses leadership and teamwork fundamentals during an on field interview at the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association All Star Game, in Oshkosh, Wisc., July 20, 2024. During the WFCA All Star Game Blackwell emphasized the importance of discipline and teamwork and how this relates to the Marine Corps and athletics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Collette Hagen)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Nathan Blackwell, commanding officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, discusses leadership and teamwork fundamentals during an on field interview at the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association All Star Game, in Oshkosh, Wisc., July 20, 2024. During the WFCA All Star Game Blackwell emphasized the importance of discipline and teamwork and how this relates to the Marine Corps and athletics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Collette Hagen)

Photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen

MSgt Pryor

MSgt Pryor

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

U.S. Navy Adm. Christopher Grady, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks to Marines during a visit to 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters, at Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., Oct. 30, 2024. Adm. Grady made the visit to discuss and receive a briefing about the recruiting mission in the Midwestern United States, as well as to recognize outstanding Marines within the district headquarters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Navy Adm. Christopher Grady, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks to Marines during a visit to 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters, at Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., Oct. 30, 2024. Adm. Grady made the visit to discuss and receive a briefing about the recruiting mission in the Midwestern United States, as well as to recognize outstanding Marines within the district headquarters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

The Honorable Mr. Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy, and Marines with Recruiting Station Denver pose for a photo at Recruiting Sub-Station Springs North, Colorado Springs, Colo., on Oct. 5, 2024. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro visited RSS Springs North to congratulate the Marines for achieving their recruiting mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jackson Ricker)

The Honorable Mr. Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy, and Marines with Recruiting Station Denver pose for a photo at Recruiting Sub-Station Springs North, Colorado Springs, Colo., on Oct. 5, 2024. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro visited RSS Springs North to congratulate the Marines for achieving their recruiting mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jackson Ricker)

Photo by Sgt. Jackson Ricker

Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard prepare to march the National Ensign and the U.S. Marine Corps Battle Colors as part of a football stadium dedication ceremony at Deer Creek High School, Edmond, Okla., Oct. 11, 2024. The Deer Creek High School football stadium was dedicated and renamed in honor of U.S Marine Corps Maj. Tyler Tidwell, a graduate of Deer Creek High School, who lost his battle to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2022. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard prepare to march the National Ensign and the U.S. Marine Corps Battle Colors as part of a football stadium dedication ceremony at Deer Creek High School, Edmond, Okla., Oct. 11, 2024. The Deer Creek High School football stadium was dedicated and renamed in honor of U.S Marine Corps Maj. Tyler Tidwell, a graduate of Deer Creek High School, who lost his battle to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2022. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw

Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard present the National Ensign as part of a football stadium dedication ceremony at Deer Creek High School, Edmond, Okla., Oct. 11, 2024. The Deer Creek High School football stadium was dedicated and renamed in honor of U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Tyler Tidwell, a graduate of Deer Creek High School, who lost his battle to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2022. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard present the National Ensign as part of a football stadium dedication ceremony at Deer Creek High School, Edmond, Okla., Oct. 11, 2024. The Deer Creek High School football stadium was dedicated and renamed in honor of U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Tyler Tidwell, a graduate of Deer Creek High School, who lost his battle to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2022. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Lucy Warmbrodt, a Musician Technical Assistant with 9th Marine Corps District performs with the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Brass Ensemble, at Appleton West High School in Appleton, Wisc., Oct. 7, 2024. The MARFORRES Band toured Recruiting Station Milwaukee’s area of responsibility performing for students and speaking about the benefits of the Musician Enlistment Option Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Lucy Warmbrodt, a Musician Technical Assistant with 9th Marine Corps District performs with the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Brass Ensemble, at Appleton West High School in Appleton, Wisc., Oct. 7, 2024. The MARFORRES Band toured Recruiting Station Milwaukee’s area of responsibility performing for students and speaking about the benefits of the Musician Enlistment Option Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

Photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen

U.S. Marines with Recruiting Station Milwaukee pose for a photo with Sherry Bright the Jones County Toys for Tots coordinator after the Anamosa Pumpkin Fest parade in Anamosa, Iowa, Oct. 5, 2024. Marines and poolees participated in the parade to support the local Toys for Tots program and to increase Marine Corps awareness in the local area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

U.S. Marines with Recruiting Station Milwaukee pose for a photo with Sherry Bright the Jones County Toys for Tots coordinator after the Anamosa Pumpkin Fest parade in Anamosa, Iowa, Oct. 5, 2024. Marines and poolees participated in the parade to support the local Toys for Tots program and to increase Marine Corps awareness in the local area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

Photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen

U.S. Marine Capt. Romarro Lamar, the operations officer of Recruiting Station Chicago, recites the oath of a Marine Corps Officer at his promotion ceremony at his high school, Downers Grove South, Downers Grove, Ill, October 10, 2024. Lamar’s promotion to the rank of captain indicates his exceptional professionalism, dedication, and potential, and incurs increased responsibility with greater opportunities to shape the Marine Corps. Lamar is a native of Downers Grove, a suburb of Chicago, Illinois. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

U.S. Marine Capt. Romarro Lamar, the operations officer of Recruiting Station Chicago, recites the oath of a Marine Corps Officer at his promotion ceremony at his high school, Downers Grove South, Downers Grove, Ill, October 10, 2024. Lamar’s promotion to the rank of captain indicates his exceptional professionalism, dedication, and potential, and incurs increased responsibility with greater opportunities to shape the Marine Corps. Lamar is a native of Downers Grove, a suburb of Chicago, Illinois. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

Photo by Sgt. Dalton Payne

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Kasprzak, a production recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station North Milwaukee, stands in formation before the opening ceremony of a Milwaukee Brewers game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisc., Sept. 16, 2024. Marines from Recruiting Station Milwaukee were invited by the Brewers to present the national ensign and organizational colors during the opening ceremony of a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Kasprzak, a production recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station North Milwaukee, stands in formation before the opening ceremony of a Milwaukee Brewers game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisc., Sept. 16, 2024. Marines from Recruiting Station Milwaukee were invited by the Brewers to present the national ensign and organizational colors during the opening ceremony of a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

Photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook

Official Command Photo for Maj. Michael J. Higgs, Commanding Officer, Recruiting Station Twin Cities.

Official Command Photo for Maj. Michael J. Higgs, Commanding Officer, Recruiting Station Twin Cities.

Photo by Sgt. Reagan Anderson

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, and Guest of Honor Master Gunnery Sgt. Aaron Kerley, a career recruiter monitor assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Command, pose for a photo at a mess night in Rockford, Ill., on June 14, 2024. RS Chicago held the traditional Marine Corps mess night to bring Marines from across the recruiting station together for an evening of dining and camaraderie. Master Gunnery Sgt. Aaron Kerley, the career recruiter monitor for all of the Marine Corps, was the guest of honor. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, and Guest of Honor Master Gunnery Sgt. Aaron Kerley, a career recruiter monitor assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Command, pose for a photo at a mess night in Rockford, Ill., on June 14, 2024. RS Chicago held the traditional Marine Corps mess night to bring Marines from across the recruiting station together for an evening of dining and camaraderie. Master Gunnery Sgt. Aaron Kerley, the career recruiter monitor for all of the Marine Corps, was the guest of honor. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

Photo by Sgt. Dalton Payne

9th Marine Corps District officer candidates participated in a Mini Officer Candidate School at Camp Dodge, Iowa, April 26, 2024. During the Mini OCS, officer candidates prepared mentally and physically for the rigors of OCS by completing physical fitness iterations, leadership reaction courses, confidence courses, land navigation, and Marine Corps knowledge classes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

9th Marine Corps District officer candidates participated in a Mini Officer Candidate School at Camp Dodge, Iowa, April 26, 2024. During the Mini OCS, officer candidates prepared mentally and physically for the rigors of OCS by completing physical fitness iterations, leadership reaction courses, confidence courses, land navigation, and Marine Corps knowledge classes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

Photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Romeo Rojo, the station commander of Recruiting Sub-Station Oklahoma City North, Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, 9th Marine Corps District, conducts a leadership talk during the United States Marine Corps Sports Leadership Academy (USMC SLA) Wrestling Camp at Putnam City North High School, Oklahoma City, Okla., June 1, 2024. The USMC SLA is an organization designed to teach athletes the fundamentals of Marine Corps leadership techniques and skills through different sports to help them in their high school athletic careers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Romeo Rojo, the station commander of Recruiting Sub-Station Oklahoma City North, Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, 9th Marine Corps District, conducts a leadership talk during the United States Marine Corps Sports Leadership Academy (USMC SLA) Wrestling Camp at Putnam City North High School, Oklahoma City, Okla., June 1, 2024. The USMC SLA is an organization designed to teach athletes the fundamentals of Marine Corps leadership techniques and skills through different sports to help them in their high school athletic careers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

Photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw

U.S. Marines with 9th Marine Corps District stand at attention for the playing of anchors’ aweigh during a post and relief ceremony at the 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters on Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois, June 12, 2025. The ceremony was held to mark the transition between senior enlisted leadership, signifying all responsibilities and authorities being transferred between the sergeants major. During the ceremony, Leader relinquished his post, and Sgt. Maj. Cory Curtis assumed his duties as the command’s senior enlisted leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

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U.S. Marines with 9th Marine Corps District stand at attention for the playing of anchors’ aweigh during a post and relief ceremony at the 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters on Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois, June 12, 2025. The ceremony was held to mark the transition between senior enlisted leadership, signifying all responsibilities and authorities being transferred between the sergeants major. During the ceremony, Leader relinquished his post, and Sgt. Maj. Cory Curtis assumed his duties as the command’s senior enlisted leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

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Marines and educators with Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, pose for a group photo during the 2025 Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, May 1, 2025. The Educators Workshop program provides selected educators and influential community members with an experiential opportunity to see how the Marine Corps transforms young men and women into Marines. Attendees receive current information regarding Marine Corps training practices, military job skills, service opportunities, military lifestyle, and educational benefits available to Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

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Maj Patrick Leet

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U.S. Marines and City of Chicago officials pose for a group photo in the City of Chicago Council Chambers after a wreath laying ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo Jima in Chicago, Ill., Feb. 23, 2025. Balcer is a Vietnam veteran, former Alderman of the 11th Ward of the City of Chicago, and active member of the veteran community in Chicagoland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

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U.S. Marine Maj. Branden Koonce, the commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, gives remarks at a wreath laying ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of the flag raising on Iwo Jima in Chicago, Ill., Feb. 23, 2025. Koonce gave a speech honoring those that fought at the Battle of Iwo Jima, remarking on the lasting impact those Marines had on the Marine Corps and the Nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

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U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Nathan Blackwell, commanding officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, discusses leadership and teamwork fundamentals during an on field interview at the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association All Star Game, in Oshkosh, Wisc., July 20, 2024. During the WFCA All Star Game Blackwell emphasized the importance of discipline and teamwork and how this relates to the Marine Corps and athletics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Collette Hagen)

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U.S. Navy Adm. Christopher Grady, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks to Marines during a visit to 9th Marine Corps District Headquarters, at Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., Oct. 30, 2024. Adm. Grady made the visit to discuss and receive a briefing about the recruiting mission in the Midwestern United States, as well as to recognize outstanding Marines within the district headquarters. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

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The Honorable Mr. Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy, and Marines with Recruiting Station Denver pose for a photo at Recruiting Sub-Station Springs North, Colorado Springs, Colo., on Oct. 5, 2024. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro visited RSS Springs North to congratulate the Marines for achieving their recruiting mission. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jackson Ricker)

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Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard prepare to march the National Ensign and the U.S. Marine Corps Battle Colors as part of a football stadium dedication ceremony at Deer Creek High School, Edmond, Okla., Oct. 11, 2024. The Deer Creek High School football stadium was dedicated and renamed in honor of U.S Marine Corps Maj. Tyler Tidwell, a graduate of Deer Creek High School, who lost his battle to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2022. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

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Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard present the National Ensign as part of a football stadium dedication ceremony at Deer Creek High School, Edmond, Okla., Oct. 11, 2024. The Deer Creek High School football stadium was dedicated and renamed in honor of U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Tyler Tidwell, a graduate of Deer Creek High School, who lost his battle to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2022. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Lucy Warmbrodt, a Musician Technical Assistant with 9th Marine Corps District performs with the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Brass Ensemble, at Appleton West High School in Appleton, Wisc., Oct. 7, 2024. The MARFORRES Band toured Recruiting Station Milwaukee’s area of responsibility performing for students and speaking about the benefits of the Musician Enlistment Option Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

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U.S. Marines with Recruiting Station Milwaukee pose for a photo with Sherry Bright the Jones County Toys for Tots coordinator after the Anamosa Pumpkin Fest parade in Anamosa, Iowa, Oct. 5, 2024. Marines and poolees participated in the parade to support the local Toys for Tots program and to increase Marine Corps awareness in the local area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

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U.S. Marine Capt. Romarro Lamar, the operations officer of Recruiting Station Chicago, recites the oath of a Marine Corps Officer at his promotion ceremony at his high school, Downers Grove South, Downers Grove, Ill, October 10, 2024. Lamar’s promotion to the rank of captain indicates his exceptional professionalism, dedication, and potential, and incurs increased responsibility with greater opportunities to shape the Marine Corps. Lamar is a native of Downers Grove, a suburb of Chicago, Illinois. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Kasprzak, a production recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station North Milwaukee, stands in formation before the opening ceremony of a Milwaukee Brewers game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisc., Sept. 16, 2024. Marines from Recruiting Station Milwaukee were invited by the Brewers to present the national ensign and organizational colors during the opening ceremony of a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maxwell Cook)

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Official Command Photo for Maj. Michael J. Higgs, Commanding Officer, Recruiting Station Twin Cities.

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U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, and Guest of Honor Master Gunnery Sgt. Aaron Kerley, a career recruiter monitor assigned to Marine Corps Recruiting Command, pose for a photo at a mess night in Rockford, Ill., on June 14, 2024. RS Chicago held the traditional Marine Corps mess night to bring Marines from across the recruiting station together for an evening of dining and camaraderie. Master Gunnery Sgt. Aaron Kerley, the career recruiter monitor for all of the Marine Corps, was the guest of honor. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)

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9th Marine Corps District officer candidates participated in a Mini Officer Candidate School at Camp Dodge, Iowa, April 26, 2024. During the Mini OCS, officer candidates prepared mentally and physically for the rigors of OCS by completing physical fitness iterations, leadership reaction courses, confidence courses, land navigation, and Marine Corps knowledge classes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Collette Hagen)

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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Romeo Rojo, the station commander of Recruiting Sub-Station Oklahoma City North, Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, 9th Marine Corps District, conducts a leadership talk during the United States Marine Corps Sports Leadership Academy (USMC SLA) Wrestling Camp at Putnam City North High School, Oklahoma City, Okla., June 1, 2024. The USMC SLA is an organization designed to teach athletes the fundamentals of Marine Corps leadership techniques and skills through different sports to help them in their high school athletic careers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw)

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