A U.S. Marine Corps firing party stands in front of the Semper Fidelis Memorial Chapel after providing a three Volley Salute during a memorial service for Team Rush Act and Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, in Triangle, Virginia, Aug. 14, 2025. Fourteen Marines and a Navy Corpsman were killed on Nov. 18, 1970, when their helicopter crashed into the side of a mountain in Vietnam during an emergency extraction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes) - A U.S. Marine Corps firing party stands in front of the Semper Fidelis Memorial Chapel after providing a three Volley Salute during a memorial service for Team Rush Act and Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, in Triangle, Virginia, Aug. 14, 2025. Fourteen Marines and a Navy Corpsman were killed on Nov. 18, 1970, when their helicopter crashed into the side of a mountain in Vietnam during an emergency extraction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. David Brandes)
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Dustin Kosar (left) poses for a photo with his students after coaching riding and stopping techniques to improve overall riding performance on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, on an unknown date in 2025. Kosar's motorcycle coaching passion began when one of his Marines nearly lost his life for improper handling of his motorcycle, leaving him permanently impaired for the rest of his life; the Marine was only 22 years' old when he crashed his motorcycle. Since then, Kosar coached Marines through motorcycle training programs offered in the Marine Corps units he was stationed at. He retired out of MCB Quantico and continues to coach Marines on safe handling of motorcycles on base through the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. “My passion right now is keeping Marines alive to enjoy the next ride,” Kosar stated. (U.S. Marine Corps courtesy photo) - Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Dustin Kosar (left) poses for a photo with his students after coaching riding and stopping techniques to improve overall riding performance on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, on an unknown date in 2025. Kosar's motorcycle coaching passion began when one of his Marines nearly lost his life for improper handling of his motorcycle, leaving him permanently impaired for the rest of his life; the Marine was only 22 years' old when he crashed his motorcycle. Since then, Kosar coached Marines through motorcycle training programs offered in the Marine Corps units he was stationed at. He retired out of MCB Quantico and continues to coach Marines on safe handling of motorcycles on base through the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. “My passion right now is keeping Marines alive to enjoy the next ride,” Kosar stated. (U.S. Marine Corps courtesy photo)
This photo features the Bruce Chow Hall entrance on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sep. 3, 2025. The dining facility is set to close on Sept. 8 for a complete renovation, which will include an updated kitchen and food preparation areas, modernized dining spaces, improved HVAC and plumbing systems, and enhanced accessibility and safety features. The renovations are expected to last until mid-2027, so patrons during this time will have to access other chow halls on base for food. Marines who typically received food from Bruce Chow Hall will have provided transportation to Marine Corps Air Facility’s dining facility, Dwyer Chow Hall, while renovations are underway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl Jeffery Stevens) - This photo features the Bruce Chow Hall entrance on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sep. 3, 2025. The dining facility is set to close on Sept. 8 for a complete renovation, which will include an updated kitchen and food preparation areas, modernized dining spaces, improved HVAC and plumbing systems, and enhanced accessibility and safety features. The renovations are expected to last until mid-2027, so patrons during this time will have to access other chow halls on base for food. Marines who typically received food from Bruce Chow Hall will have provided transportation to Marine Corps Air Facility’s dining facility, Dwyer Chow Hall, while renovations are underway. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl Jeffery Stevens)
The winners of each division of the 2025 Medal of Honor Golf Course Championship pose together for a group photo at MOHGC on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sept. 8, 2025. The championship highlighted both the high level of competition and the strong partnership between the community and service members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jeffery Stevens) - The winners of each division of the 2025 Medal of Honor Golf Course Championship pose together for a group photo at MOHGC on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sept. 8, 2025. The championship highlighted both the high level of competition and the strong partnership between the community and service members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jeffery Stevens)
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Rhonda C. Martin, the assistant chief of staff manpower, poses for a photo at the Gray Research Center on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sept. 11, 2025. Martin is currently the longest serving active-duty Marine. She spent over 40 years in the Marine Corps, during her first 14 years she served as an enlisted Marine and reached the rank of staff sergeant before she decided to become an officer. With her decades of service, she witnessed and experienced key changes in the structure of the Corps as it relates to women Marines. She enlisted in 1984, a time where women Marines weren’t allowed to wield rifles or qualify on the range, and she was an advocate for change throughout her time in the Corps. Coming full circle, in 2016, she witnessed women officially serve in combat roles when the policy was enacted. Martin explained that she never intended to stay in the Marine Corps for 41 years. Her goals were set for three years at a time or by duty station, but there was always an opportunity that came along which kept her from exiting the Marine Corps. “I would not be here if it weren't for the Marines, Sailors, and civilians that I have worked with over the years,” Martin said humbly. “Sharing my experiences with next generation Marines has always been a motivator to stick around. I love the Marine Corps, so it will be a bittersweet day to retire; however, I am confident that those behind me will continue to serve honorably and make us all proud.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk) - U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Rhonda C. Martin, the assistant chief of staff manpower, poses for a photo at the Gray Research Center on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Sept. 11, 2025. Martin is currently the longest serving active-duty Marine. She spent over 40 years in the Marine Corps, during her first 14 years she served as an enlisted Marine and reached the rank of staff sergeant before she decided to become an officer. With her decades of service, she witnessed and experienced key changes in the structure of the Corps as it relates to women Marines. She enlisted in 1984, a time where women Marines weren’t allowed to wield rifles or qualify on the range, and she was an advocate for change throughout her time in the Corps. Coming full circle, in 2016, she witnessed women officially serve in combat roles when the policy was enacted. Martin explained that she never intended to stay in the Marine Corps for 41 years. Her goals were set for three years at a time or by duty station, but there was always an opportunity that came along which kept her from exiting the Marine Corps. “I would not be here if it weren't for the Marines, Sailors, and civilians that I have worked with over the years,” Martin said humbly. “Sharing my experiences with next generation Marines has always been a motivator to stick around. I love the Marine Corps, so it will be a bittersweet day to retire; however, I am confident that those behind me will continue to serve honorably and make us all proud.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)