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Dozens of Marines standing in formation passionately project while holding weapons.

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New Marines assigned to Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, receive the Eagle, Globe and Anchor at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 23, 2025. Recruits receive the emblem after completing the Crucible, the culminating event of recruit training.

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