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Former wrestler, Maj. Jill McQuistan, presents an award to Marine veteran, Kalyn Schwartz, Feb. 10-11, at the Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Association National Championships in Oklahoma City. Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s marketing relationship with USA Wrestling is focused on locating and recruiting physically and mentally well-equipped young men and women who share the same values of honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

Former wrestler, Maj. Jill McQuistan, presents an award to Marine veteran, Kalyn Schwartz, Feb. 10-11, at the Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Association National Championships in Oklahoma City. Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s marketing relationship with USA Wrestling is focused on locating and recruiting physically and mentally well-equipped young men and women who share the same values of honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

PFC Jayleen Pagan, 18, of Chicago is currently assigned United States Marine Corps Detachment, Fort Sill, Okla., as a Marine awaiting training at the Marine Artillery School where she will train to become the Marine Corps’ first female forward observer.

PFC Jayleen Pagan, 18, of Chicago is currently assigned United States Marine Corps Detachment, Fort Sill, Okla., as a Marine awaiting training at the Marine Artillery School where she will train to become the Marine Corps’ first female forward observer.

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

The outgoing 9th Marine Corps District sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes, addresses service members, families and friends after his retirement ceremony aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. Hawes enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on July 8, 1986, and is has retired after 30 years of dedicated and honorable service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

The outgoing 9th Marine Corps District sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes, addresses service members, families and friends after his retirement ceremony aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. Hawes enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on July 8, 1986, and is has retired after 30 years of dedicated and honorable service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The 9th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Jason Morris, and Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes, pass the noncommissioned officer sword during the relief and appointment ceremony aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. The emblematic passing of the sword of office signifies the transfer of sacred trust from one sergeant major to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

The 9th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Jason Morris, and Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes, pass the noncommissioned officer sword during the relief and appointment ceremony aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. The emblematic passing of the sword of office signifies the transfer of sacred trust from one sergeant major to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The 9th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Jason Morris, awards Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes the Legion of Merit medal aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. The Legion of Merit medal is awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

The 9th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Jason Morris, awards Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes the Legion of Merit medal aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. The Legion of Merit medal is awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

Capt. John Devroy, the executive officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

Capt. John Devroy, the executive officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

Photo by Sgt. Nicholas Ranum

Sgt. Maj. Jason F. Wolken, the sergeant major of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

Sgt. Maj. Jason F. Wolken, the sergeant major of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

Photo by Sgt. Nicholas Ranum

Capt. John Devroy, the executive officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

Capt. John Devroy, the executive officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

Photo by Sgt. Nicholas Ranum

The early board members input their calculated scores and votes into the Marine Corps Recruiting Information System to determine which applicants receive the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship, Oct. 26, 2016, at the J. Walter Thompson building in Atlanta, Ga. The early board determined who received 21 of the 51 scholarships allotted to 9th Marine Corps District. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

The early board members input their calculated scores and votes into the Marine Corps Recruiting Information System to determine which applicants receive the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship, Oct. 26, 2016, at the J. Walter Thompson building in Atlanta, Ga. The early board determined who received 21 of the 51 scholarships allotted to 9th Marine Corps District. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

Early board members looked at photos and information of students applying for the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship on screen, Oct. 26, 2016, at the J. Walter Thompson building in Atlanta, Ga. The NROTC Marine scholarship pays for the students full tuition, including fees, textbooks, and a monthly allowance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

Early board members looked at photos and information of students applying for the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship on screen, Oct. 26, 2016, at the J. Walter Thompson building in Atlanta, Ga. The NROTC Marine scholarship pays for the students full tuition, including fees, textbooks, and a monthly allowance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

Major Andrew Nicholson, commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Twin Cities, escorts Medal of Honor recipient Wesley Fox, a retired Marine Corps colonel, at the Twin Cities Medal of Honor Ceremony, Oct. 5. Fox received the Medal of Honor for Heroic actions during the Vietnam War.

Major Andrew Nicholson, commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Twin Cities, escorts Medal of Honor recipient Wesley Fox, a retired Marine Corps colonel, at the Twin Cities Medal of Honor Ceremony, Oct. 5. Fox received the Medal of Honor for Heroic actions during the Vietnam War.

Photo by Sgt. Martin Egnash

Former Marine Sgt. Warren Jorgenson, 96, a prisoner of war and Purple Heart recipient during World War II, is an active member of the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor groups. He now resides in Bennington, Nebraska. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

Former Marine Sgt. Warren Jorgenson, 96, a prisoner of war and Purple Heart recipient during World War II, is an active member of the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor groups. He now resides in Bennington, Nebraska. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster

Former wrestler, Maj. Jill McQuistan, presents an award to Marine veteran, Kalyn Schwartz, Feb. 10-11, at the Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Association National Championships in Oklahoma City. Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s marketing relationship with USA Wrestling is focused on locating and recruiting physically and mentally well-equipped young men and women who share the same values of honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

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PFC Jayleen Pagan, 18, of Chicago is currently assigned United States Marine Corps Detachment, Fort Sill, Okla., as a Marine awaiting training at the Marine Artillery School where she will train to become the Marine Corps’ first female forward observer.

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The outgoing 9th Marine Corps District sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes, addresses service members, families and friends after his retirement ceremony aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. Hawes enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on July 8, 1986, and is has retired after 30 years of dedicated and honorable service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

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The 9th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Jason Morris, and Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes, pass the noncommissioned officer sword during the relief and appointment ceremony aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. The emblematic passing of the sword of office signifies the transfer of sacred trust from one sergeant major to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

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The 9th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Jason Morris, awards Sgt. Maj. John S. Hawes the Legion of Merit medal aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., on Nov. 18, 2016. The Legion of Merit medal is awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zachery Martin/Released)

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Capt. John Devroy, the executive officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

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Sgt. Maj. Jason F. Wolken, the sergeant major of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

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Capt. John Devroy, the executive officer of Recruiting Station Milwaukee, speaks with members of the Silent Drill Platoon prior to their performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game in downtown Milwaukee, Nov. 10, 2016. The platoon came to Milwaukee to demonstrate the precision and discipline that the Marine Corps is known across the world for having. This helps the efforts of the local recruiting station such as the one in Milwaukee, which is responsible for Marine Corps recruiting throughout Wisconsin.

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The early board members input their calculated scores and votes into the Marine Corps Recruiting Information System to determine which applicants receive the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship, Oct. 26, 2016, at the J. Walter Thompson building in Atlanta, Ga. The early board determined who received 21 of the 51 scholarships allotted to 9th Marine Corps District. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

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Early board members looked at photos and information of students applying for the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship on screen, Oct. 26, 2016, at the J. Walter Thompson building in Atlanta, Ga. The NROTC Marine scholarship pays for the students full tuition, including fees, textbooks, and a monthly allowance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Marine scholarship is one of many options to becoming a Marine officer. This scholarship pays the full cost of tuition to any university with the NROTC program, books, additional fees and a monthly stipend. For more information regarding the scholarship or need assistance to apply, contact a local Marine recruiter. (Graphic Illustration courtesy of J. Walter Thompson)

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Major Andrew Nicholson, commanding officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Twin Cities, escorts Medal of Honor recipient Wesley Fox, a retired Marine Corps colonel, at the Twin Cities Medal of Honor Ceremony, Oct. 5. Fox received the Medal of Honor for Heroic actions during the Vietnam War.

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Former Marine Sgt. Warren Jorgenson, 96, a prisoner of war and Purple Heart recipient during World War II, is an active member of the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor groups. He now resides in Bennington, Nebraska. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jennifer Webster/Released)

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