1st Marine Corps District

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Prior Service Recruiter
Stewart Avenue

David Rosenbrock
Stewart Avenue

Recruiting Station New York Marines
Stewart Avenue

Marine Officer Garden City
Stewart Avenue

Prior Service Recruiting Station One
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A Sense of Belonging: An Iraqi born Marine from Recruiting Station Boston Marines graduates from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C.

Marine from RS Boston, Pvt. Ali Abbas, completes the transformation from civilian to Marine.

Ali, alongside his six brothers and sisters, grew up encircled by the war.

Following the invasion of Iraq in 2003, the country entered a period of disorder with a lack of functioning government or military. The Abbas family recalled witnessing the surge of terrorist and extremist groups such as Al-Qaeda.

Read more here: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/476037/sense-belonging-iraqi-born-marines-journey-finding-brotherhood

07/12/2024

A South African Marine from graduates from and receives his naturalization

Marine from RS Boston, Pvt. Oluwagbemiga Omotoye is given his Eagle, Globe, and Anchor from his drill instructor, Sgt. Devon Evoldi.

Staring out the window, Oluwagbemiga Omotoye saw the skyline of Washington, D.C. as his plane landed at Dulles International Airport. He and his family had traveled nearly 8,000 miles from South Africa and the city was a welcomed sight.

The United States represented change and new opportunities for Omotoye, who was 17 years old at the time. His family’s desire for coming to America was simple—to gain prosperity and be able to share that with their family members who remained in South Africa.

Read more here: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/475912/honor-and-legacy-south-african-marines-pursuit-honor-his-family-through-military-service

Photos from 1st Marine Corps District's post

06/13/2024

We're here Maryland Fleet Week and Baltimore Flyover!

Be sure to say "Hi!" if you see a Marine!

05/25/2024

Having Marines and Sailors on The Today Show was an excellent opportunity to celebrate their service and connect with the American public in a meaningful way.

05/22/2024

Fleet Week NY 2024! Students with Walt Whitman High School experience just some of the assets the Marine Corps utilizes daily.

05/21/2024

Fleet Week in New York City is an annual event where active-duty U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard ships dock in the city. It features ship tours, military demonstrations, and public events, celebrating the maritime services and fostering community engagement.

05/02/2024

Marine Corps Recruiting Station Pittsburgh has a lasting legacy of fostering patriotism and providing opportunities for individuals to serve their country while developing valuable skills, leadership qualities, and a sense of camaraderie. Their presence has inspired civic pride and encouraged individuals to pursue personal growth and service to their country.

05/01/2024

Marines, family, and honorary guests honor the legacy of Recruiting Station Pittsburgh at the in Pittsburgh, PA, May 1, 2024.

03/13/2024

U.S. Marines with the Parris Island Marine Band, Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island, perform for North Quincy High School, Quincy MA, on Mar. 12,
2024. The Parris Island Marine Corps Band is touring across the 1st Marine Corps District to spread knowledge of the U.S. Marine Corps and help recruiting efforts.

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