Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance - RECON

US Marine Reconnaissance units are tasked with providing the commander of a larger force of Marines with information about his operational area. Get news along with insightful articles for RECON topics.

How to Prepare for Special Operations Drownproofing Tests

The Navy SEAL drownproofing test is a shock for any special operations candidate who did not practice these events in a...

A U.S. Navy hospitalman completes the push-up portion of a recon physical assessment test (RPAT) at Camp Lejeune, N.C.

The Marine Force Recon Workout: Fitness Tests and Selection Process Info Worth Knowing

Just to get accepted and complete Recon training, you should prepare yourself for two fitness tests.

Marine reconnaissance man prepares to board an Osprey.

Force Recon: Mission and History

Learna about Force RECON's mission and history.

Marines participate in reconnaissance training.

Force RECON Overview

Force RECON conducts amphibious reconnaissance, deep ground reconnaissance, surveillance, battle space shaping and limited...

Marine with 3rd Force Reconnaissance Training Platoon participates in water survival screening.

Joining Force Recon

Scoring 105 or higher on the GT portion of the ASVAB is just one of the basic qualifications for joining Force RECON. Do you...

Marines, sailors participate in Basic Reconnaissance Course.

Force RECON Training

All future RECON students must attend a basic RECON course taught at the School of Infantry West RECON Training Company in...

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Army Disbanding Most Ceremonial Horse Units

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Navy SEAL Veteran Compares Himself to Trump as He Launches His Bid for Wisconsin Governor

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Marine Recruiters Promoted an Immigration Benefit Until the Corps Told Them to Stop

The military often highlights paths to citizenship as a recruiting tactic, though fulfillment of policies such as PIP has...

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Army Policy Severely Limiting Shaving Waivers Goes into Effect

Troops will be granted short-term shaving exemptions if they require it, but will be removed from the service if they are on...

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