Marine Corps

The U.S. Marine Corps was created on November 10, 1775. It is a combined-arms task force known for its focus on aggressiveness and the offensive. The Marines have been central in developing groundbreaking tactics for maneuver warfare; they can be credited with the development of helicopter insertion doctrine and modern amphibious assault.

There are approximately 186,000 Marines actively serving today, with another 40,000 Marines serving in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves.

Marine Corps News

Colonel Anthony M. Henderson.

Marine Colonel Gets 1-Star Nomination After Being Passed Over for Promotion 3 Times

The Marine Corps has had 25 Black generals since admitting African American troops in 1942.

View of the main entrance to Camp Pendleton.

Marine Hospitalized After Alleged Assault on Camp Pendleton, Authorities Say

A Marine Corps official declined to offer further details about the victim, who is a woman.

Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island uniform tailor

Marine Corps Gets Rid of Male-Only Underwear Allowance After Review

A GAO report revealed systemic inequities in out-of-pocket clothing and uniform costs for male and female service members

Sgt. Jacques Duroseau, a competitor with the Marine Corps Shooting Team, jumps over a four-foot wall during the Australian Army Skill at Arms Meeting 2016 at Puckapunyal Military Area, Victoria, Australia, on May 14, 2016. (Marine Corps photos by Sgt. Terence Brady)

Lejeune Marine Smuggled Guns to His Native Haiti. Now He'll Spend 5 Years in Prison

A public defender said Duroseau meant to help his country's neediest, and had no intention of overthrowing its government.

An F/A-18C Hornet

After 36 Years, Marines' F/A-18 Hornets Have Completed Their Final Carrier Deployment

Marine Corps F/A-18 Hornets have flown off the flight deck of a Navy aircraft carrier for the last time.

View of the main entrance to Camp Pendleton.

Marines Knew Infantryman Shared Extremist Content Online Months Before Investigation, Records Show

A spokeswoman said Martin's case was handled appropriately by his chain of command when his actions came to light.

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US Marine Corps Recruit Training

Marine Corps (USMC) Recruit Training

If you are thinking about joining the USMC, you will have to pass the IST -- Initial Strength Test.

Marine Corps Initial Strength Test (IST)

Marine Corps Initial Strength Test (IST)

Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test (CFT)

Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test (CFT)

Marine Corps Body Composition Program

Marine Corps Body Composition Program

USMC PFT Score Charts

USMC PFT Score Charts

Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test

Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

USMC Weight Charts

USMC Weight Charts

Marine Corps Equipment

T-34C Turbo Mentor

T-34C Turbo Mentor

T-2C Buckeye

RQ-2A Pioneer

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The History and Roles of the U.S. Marine Corps

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Marine Corps Missions and Values

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Marine Corps Jobs At a Glance

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How to Become a Marine Corps Officer

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Marine Corps Weight Limits At a Glance

Marine dress blue lineup.

Marine Corps Boot Camp Timeline At a Glance

Marine Corps Special Pay

Marine Corps Aviation Continuation Pay

A U.S. Navy diver uses a scrubber to clean the hull of the Key West

Diving Duty Pay

Hazardous Duty Incentive Pay

Ticonderoga Cruiser

Marine Corps Sea Pay