Tis a glorious day for our Country and for the Marine Corps.

At 1300 PST, 02 July 2026, my oldest Nephew will raise his right hand and be commissioned as a 2nd Lt in the United States Marines Corps.

He is carrying on the tradition of Military Service in my family. Uncles, Father- Army
May 1988, I stood on those yellow footsteps at MCRD Sand Diego, left Active Duty 1993, Reserves 1995
May 1996 my brother raised his right hand and was commissioned as a 2nd Lt in the Marine Corps. December 2025 he left as a Colonel.

Many on here question "This Generation". Yes, I too have some doubts. However, I am reminded that there are more than a few like my nephew and many others that have no problem serving our great country.

His journey has just begun, October he should be getting a slot for TBS (The Basic School), then (fingers crossed) on to IOC (Infantry Officers Course).

In a few hours, "Semper Fidelis" to 2nd Lt B. D.

congrats - and I wish him a wonderful career

Congratulations and thanks to all involved in the process.

Congratulations! You have a lot to be proud of!

Congratulations to both the young Marine and family. As your family knows, it is a team effort and a contact sport!

Godspeed and Good Hunting, Always

Congrats and may have nephew have a impactful career as a leader in the USMC.

Congrats on the new young firepisser! I know you are a proud uncle today.

I'm an Army guy, but I can also speak Marine, "Oorah!"

Congrats and much respect for him and your family. Thanks CPDSig. Happy 4th to you all.

SEMPER FIDELIS!!!

Congratulations and Semper Fi to your new Boot Lieutenant. Oh, the things he'll do, the places he'll go.

Congratulations, CPD!

Thank you gentlemen!
He'll do just fine. He knows what's ahead of him, and he's got a good head on his shoulders.

He's got a lot, and I mean A LOT of experience and guidance already. He still has access to a wealth of knowledge and experience from the Corps.

(His dad, my lil bro, is a former Colonel, Infantry, USMC. The young Lt grew up around the life. He's also smart enough to pay attention to all of those people. even me. )