The 59th Annual Interservice Rifle Championship matches kicked off on MCBQ, Aug. 18. The matches were established in 1960 to promote the competition in arms program, which was established during 1901 to encourage interest and improvement in marksmanship by refining skills through advanced marksmanship training and competition. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Pinkney)

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According to the National Fire Protection Association, Nearly 9,000 home fires a year happen from grills. Of all of these fires, gas-fueled grills account for four out of five fires, while 16 percent involve charcoal or other solid-fueled grills. Whichever your preferred grilling method, follow these important safety considerations. For more questions, visit www.nfpa.org, or contact the Marine Corps Base Quantico Safety Division. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Pinkney)

Candidates from Lima Co, 2nd Inc. and OCC-234 graduated Officer Candidates School August 15 on Marine Corps Base Quantico. The ceremony recognized candidates who met the challenge and successfully completed the demanding curriculum. During the parade, the top performing candidates and U.S. Marine Corps Officer Candidates School staff received awards. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Pinkney)

Gunnery Sgt. Clifford Souza explains how to maintain physical resiliency in the Marine Corps. Physical resiliency is an important asset that helps mold a Marine's lifestyle and allows them to overcome physical challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps video by LCpl. Jessica A. Foraker)

GySgt Gates from the Force Fitness Division demonstrates one of the seven foundational movements, the plank .(U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Quinn Hurt)

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