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U.S. Marine Corps students with Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School, run toward a building during a platoon raid as part of the Military Operations on Urban Terrain portion of a field exercise on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sept. 10, 2025. The purpose of the simulated platoon attacks was to introduce Marines to the fundamentals of MOUT training, evaluate their leadership in high-stress environments, and develop them into confident, provisional rifle platoon commanders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

U.S. Marine Corps students with Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School, run toward a building during a platoon raid as part of the Military Operations on Urban Terrain portion of a field exercise on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sept. 10, 2025. The purpose of the simulated platoon attacks was to introduce Marines to the fundamentals of MOUT training, evaluate their leadership in high-stress environments, and develop them into confident, provisional rifle platoon commanders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Luke Johnson, an assault amphibian officer with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School, during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Luke Johnson, an assault amphibian officer with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School, during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Travis Mackall, an amphibious combat vehicle crew member and senior enlisted advisor with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Travis Mackall, an amphibious combat vehicle crew member and senior enlisted advisor with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Luke Johnson, an assault amphibian officer with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25 during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, August 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Luke Johnson, an assault amphibian officer with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25 during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, August 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Nicholas Tussing, a student with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 2-25, The Basic School, observes the interior of an Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant during ACV integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the ACV-C to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Nicholas Tussing, a student with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 2-25, The Basic School, observes the interior of an Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant during ACV integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the ACV-C to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Travis Mackall, an amphibious combat vehicle crew member and senior enlisted advisor with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Travis Mackall, an amphibious combat vehicle crew member and senior enlisted advisor with Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault, Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to students with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School during Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker

U.S. Marines with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School participate in Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Platoon, Company C, Basic Officer Course 3-25, The Basic School participate in Amphibious Combat Vehicle integration training at TBS on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 18, 2025. Students had the opportunity to speak with subject matter experts and observe the Amphibious Combat Vehicle—Command variant to learn more about the capabilities and limitations of the ACV-C and the rest of the family of vehicles, and how they will be implemented/operated within the Fleet Marine Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker

A student fires an M203 grenade launcher during Warrant Officer Basic Course 1-19 on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 21, 2019. WOBC is designed to train and educate newly appointed and commissioned warrant officers in a variety of skills required to transition from enlisted Marine to officer, with particular emphasis on the duties, responsibilities and warfighting skills required of a rifle platoon commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Warrant Officer Kowshon Ye)

A student fires an M203 grenade launcher during Warrant Officer Basic Course 1-19 on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 21, 2019. WOBC is designed to train and educate newly appointed and commissioned warrant officers in a variety of skills required to transition from enlisted Marine to officer, with particular emphasis on the duties, responsibilities and warfighting skills required of a rifle platoon commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Warrant Officer Kowshon Ye)

Photo by Warrant Officer Kowshon Ye

Students with the Force Fitness Instructor Course conduct the obstacle course evaluation at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, March 14, 2025. Marines go through a seven-week long Force Fitness Instructor Course allowing Marines to learn how to lead workouts safely and effectively by following a fitness regimen that is designed specifically to meet a unit’s fitness goals and needs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

Students with the Force Fitness Instructor Course conduct the obstacle course evaluation at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, March 14, 2025. Marines go through a seven-week long Force Fitness Instructor Course allowing Marines to learn how to lead workouts safely and effectively by following a fitness regimen that is designed specifically to meet a unit’s fitness goals and needs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk

Students with Force Fitness Instructor Course 3-25 conduct the obstacle course at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, June 12, 2025. The FFI course trains Marines to improve their warfighting capability to maximize unit physical readiness and optimize mental and physical performance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers)

Students with Force Fitness Instructor Course 3-25 conduct the obstacle course at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, June 12, 2025. The FFI course trains Marines to improve their warfighting capability to maximize unit physical readiness and optimize mental and physical performance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers

U.S. Marines with The Basic School demonstrate how to operate an M777 towed 155 mm howitzer to train newly commissioned officers at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 28, 2024. Students at TBS are trained to be a rifle platoon commander equipped with high standards of professional knowledge, technical expertise and leadership. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Mitchell Johnson)

U.S. Marines with The Basic School demonstrate how to operate an M777 towed 155 mm howitzer to train newly commissioned officers at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 28, 2024. Students at TBS are trained to be a rifle platoon commander equipped with high standards of professional knowledge, technical expertise and leadership. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Mitchell Johnson)

Photo by Sgt. Mitchell Johnson

Force Fitness Instructor Course 3-25 conducts obstacle course demo

Force Fitness Instructor Course 3-25 conducts obstacle course demo

Photo by Pfc Moses Ortiz-Miller

Students with Force Fitness Instructor Course 3-25 receive a demonstration of a bunny hop while conducting the obstacle course at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, June 12, 2025. The FFI course trains Marines to improve their warfighting capability to maximize unit physical readiness and optimize mental and physical performance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers)

Students with Force Fitness Instructor Course 3-25 receive a demonstration of a bunny hop while conducting the obstacle course at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, June 12, 2025. The FFI course trains Marines to improve their warfighting capability to maximize unit physical readiness and optimize mental and physical performance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers

Alpha Company, 1-20, Marines conduct a Sand Table Exercise (STEX) which focused on applying tactics for a rifle platoon in the defense. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Alpha Company, 1-20, Marines conduct a Sand Table Exercise (STEX) which focused on applying tactics for a rifle platoon in the defense. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan

Bravo Company Marines and families enjoy Family Day prior to graduation. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Bravo Company Marines and families enjoy Family Day prior to graduation. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Photo by Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan

Alpha Company, 1-20, Marines conduct a Sand Table Exercise (STEX) which focused on applying tactics for a rifle platoon in the defense. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Alpha Company, 1-20, Marines conduct a Sand Table Exercise (STEX) which focused on applying tactics for a rifle platoon in the defense. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan

An MV-22 Osprey lands in support of a Patrolling Exercise (PEX) at The Basic School. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

An MV-22 Osprey lands in support of a Patrolling Exercise (PEX) at The Basic School. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan

Alpha Company, 1-20, Marines conduct a Sand Table Exercise (STEX) which focused on applying tactics for a rifle platoon in the defense. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Alpha Company, 1-20, Marines conduct a Sand Table Exercise (STEX) which focused on applying tactics for a rifle platoon in the defense. (Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan)

Photo by 2ndLt Alejandro Manan

Marines from Bravo Company 2-20 run the Physical Fitness Test at The Basic School

Marines from Bravo Company 2-20 run the Physical Fitness Test at The Basic School

Photo by 2ndLt Isaac Lamberth

Marines from Delta Company 4-19 conduct Field Exercise III at The Basic School

Marines from Delta Company 4-19 conduct Field Exercise III at The Basic School

Photo by 2ndLt Isaac Lamberth

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