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IA2 Marines conduct drone exploitation in support of CUAS exercise
IA2 Marines conduct drone exploitation in support of CUAS exercise
IA2 Marines from 2D Intel Bn analyze unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) during a forensics exercise, May 19, 2025. Employing the Forensic Dominance System – Marine Corps (FDS-MC), IA2 Marines examined the UAS collecting location data, biometrics, flight log and other information to help determine the origins and personnel associated with the device.
The Marine Corps' efforts in forensic exploitation of UAS are a critical component of their Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) strategy. The FDS-MC focuses on extracting and analyzing data from captured or recovered drones to gain a tactical and strategic advantage. (U.S. Marine Corps video by CTR Moises Rodriguez)
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IA2 Marines conduct drone exploitation in support of CUAS exercise
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IA2 Marines conduct drone exploitation in support of CUAS exercise
IA2 Marines conduct drone exploitation in support of CUAS exercise IA2 Marines from 2D Intel Bn analyze unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) during a forensics exercise, May 19, 2025. Employing the Forensic Dominance System – Marine Corps (FDS-MC), IA2 Marines examined the UAS collecting location data, biometrics, flight log and other information to help determine the origins and personnel associated with the device. The Marine Corps' efforts in forensic exploitation of UAS are a critical component of their Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) strategy. The FDS-MC focuses on extracting and analyzing data from captured or recovered drones to gain a tactical and strategic advantage. (U.S. Marine Corps video by CTR Moises Rodriguez)
2025 Force Design Update
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2025 Force Design Update
The Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, published the 2025 Force Design Update, which lays out how the Marine Corps is aggressively pursuing modernization initiatives to ensure it remains a globally responsive, naval expeditionary force. These efforts are crucial for maintaining readiness and lethality in an era of rapidly evolving technology and increasingly capable adversaries. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Michael Bartman) The video contains music from a USMC enterprise licensed asset from Audio Machine: Stand Back performed by Paul Dinletir, Benjamin Matthew Knorr/audiomachine.com and Ride or Die performed by Paul Dinletir, Andres Gutierrez Moreno/audiomachine.com
Sgt. Montes shares key takeaways from QUART 26.2
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Sgt. Montes shares key takeaways from QUART 26.2
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Josue Montes, an Amphibious Combat Vehicle commander with 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st Marine Division, shares key takeaways from Quarterly Underway Amphibious Readiness Training 26.2 off the coast of California, Jan. 23-26, 2026. QUART enhances the warfighting proficiency of the Navy-Marine Corps team. This routine training forges a more integrated and lethal force, ensuring our Marines and Sailors are prepared to respond to crisis and win in conflict. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Mary R. Jenni)
MCRD San Diego Lima Company Graduation
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MCRD San Diego Lima Company Graduation
The new Marines of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Jan. 30, 2026. 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.
2nd Marine Division 85th Birthday
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2nd Marine Division 85th Birthday
U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division celebrate the division’s 85th birthday on Feb. 1, 2026. Since 1941, 2nd MARDIV has been a part of many battles and peace keeping missions from the Battle of Tarawa to Operation Iraqi Freedom. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Grace Stover)
2nd Marine Division 85th Birthday
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2nd Marine Division 85th Birthday
U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division celebrate the division’s 85th birthday on Feb. 1, 2026. Since 1941, 2nd MARDIV has been a part of many battles and peace keeping missions from the Battle of Tarawa to Operation Iraqi Freedom. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Maximum Orduna)
The Science of Violence
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The Science of Violence
U.S. Marines across Hawaii compete in the annual Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition-Pacific (MCMC-P) at Kaneohe Bay Range Training Facility, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Jan. 5-15, 2026. The MCMC-P is one of five annual regional small arms marksmanship competitions throughout the Marine Corps open to all U.S. service members and civilians. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dezmond Browning)
Flashback Friday : MOH Recipient SSgt William James Bordelon
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Flashback Friday : MOH Recipient SSgt William James Bordelon
U.S. Marine Corps SSgt. William D. Bordelon was born on Feb. 25, 1920, and served as a combat engineer with Company C, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines, 2nd Marine Division. During the Battle of Tarawa in World War II, Bordelon was killed in action on Nov. 20, 1943, while leading his Marines towards enemy defenses under heavy fire. He was posthumously awarded with the Medal of Honor for his extraordinary courage and dedication. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Frank Sepulveda Torres)
Tested, Not Defeated: Marine Corps Officer's Fight Against Cancer to Commission
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Tested, Not Defeated: Marine Corps Officer's Fight Against Cancer to Commission
U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Charles Vozenilek, a logistics officer with Headquarters and Service Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, shares the story of his journey to commission as an officer, January 20, 2026 on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. Prior to commissioning, Vozenilek survived a battle with cancer and earned his commission displaying unwavering dedication and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alan Gomez and Sgt. Mary Torres)
2nd Marine Division 85th Birthday
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2nd Marine Division 85th Birthday
U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division celebrate the division’s 85th birthday on Feb. 1, 2026. Since 1941, 2nd MARDIV has been a part of many battles and peace keeping missions from the Battle of Tarawa to Operation Iraqi Freedom. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Grace Stover)
U.S. Marines with 3rd Bn., 7th Marines execute various platoon attacks during SLTE
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U.S. Marines with 3rd Bn., 7th Marines execute various platoon attacks during SLTE
U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, execute various live-fire platoon attacks and fire support attacks during a service level training exercise at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Jan. 15-21, 2026. SLTE is designed to be a challenging, realistic training environment that produces combat-ready forces capable of operating as an integrated Marine Air-Ground Task Force across all domains of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dylan Jameson)
Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego February Spiritual Fitness Month
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Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego February Spiritual Fitness Month
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region (left), and U.S. Navy Capt. Michael E. Hall, depot chaplain of MCRD San Diego (right), speak about the impact of spiritual fitness at MCRD San Diego, California, Jan. 24, 2026. Spiritual Fitness Month reinforces the principle of “inner strength from a higher purpose” by fostering personal faith, moral living and community to enhance the resilience and readiness of the Marines, Sailors, DOD civilians and families of MCRD San Diego and the WRR. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Brooke Pedersen)
MCRD San Diego Fox Company Graduation
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MCRD San Diego Fox Company Graduation
The new Marines of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Jan. 23, 2026. 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.
The Science of Violence
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The Science of Violence
U.S. Marines across Hawaii compete in the annual Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition-Pacific (MCMC-P) at Kaneohe Range Training Facility, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Jan. 5-15, 2026. The MCMC-P is one of five annual regional small arms marksmanship competitions throughout the Marine Corps open to all U.S. service members and civilians. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dezmond Browning)
Legacy of the Division - Headquarters Battalion
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Legacy of the Division - Headquarters Battalion
U.S. Marines with Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, demonstrate combat proficiency through the combined use of modern infantry tactics, ensuring readiness for any future conflict or operation. Headquarters Battalion was activated in 1941, becoming one of the eight subordinate units under the 2nd Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Frank Sepulveda Torres)