The Journey to Become a United States Marine

:muscle:Marine Corps Recruit Depot's mission is to recruit and transform young men and women into United States Marines.

:flag-us:Recruits undergo rigorous basic training, instilling in them the core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment.

:crossed_swords:The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) is taught to recruits, emphasizing hand-to-hand combat skills.

:athletic_shoe:Physical fitness is a crucial aspect of Marine Corps training, with recruits undergoing intense physical training.

:stars:The culminating event is The Crucible, a 54-hour challenge simulating combat conditions, testing recruits mentally and physically.

What does Marine Corps Recruit Depot do?

—Marine Corps Recruit Depot's mission is to recruit and transform young men and women into United States Marines.

What are the core values instilled in recruits?

—The core values instilled in recruits are Honor, Courage, and Commitment.

What combat skills do recruits learn?

—Recruits learn combat skills through the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP).

How important is physical fitness in Marine Corps training?

—Physical fitness is crucial in Marine Corps training, with recruits undergoing intense physical training.

What is The Crucible?

—The Crucible is a 54-hour challenge simulating combat conditions, testing recruits mentally and physically.

00:02[Music]

02:57Recruits arrive at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and are given a speech about conduct and expectations.

06:06Recruits receive their first regulation haircut, symbolizing the stripping away of their individuality.

10:00Recruits showcase their close order drill skills during the final drill on the parade deck.

12:09Recruits participate in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) to learn hand-to-hand combat techniques.

14:36Recruits go through the crucible, a 54-hour challenge simulating combat conditions, testing them mentally and physically.

17:45Recruits undergo uniform inspections and the Battalion Commander's inspection before graduation.

15:43Recruits graduate, earning the title of United States Marines and receiving the eagle globe and anchor emblem.