 Ladies and gentlemen, post the colors, the color guard moves into position within the parade. This signifies that the entirety of the parade has been formed and is ready to be presented to the command. When the command parade rests, the parade agitant will give the command sound off, which signals the band to parade forward on the assembled marines while playing military marching music. It now presents the assembled command to the commander of troops. Center march, all unit commanders and guide members march to the front at center of the formation. In sport, it was admissible for issued orders that would face a lot of concerns in their units and pass the information along. Millions of men and women have earned the title United States Marine. Many who have helped shape our history join us here today. In keeping with the tradition of once a marine, always a marine, we would like to recognize them. At this time, those in the audience who have served as marines, please rise. Ladies and gentlemen, a round of applause for the dedicated soldiers who care for the country. Thank you. Please be seated. Ladies and gentlemen, the battalion commander for a third recruit training battalion, Lieutenant Colonel M. Matthew Phelps. On behalf of the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit D. Post-D. Diego in the Western Recruiting Region, Brigadier General James Ryan and the commanding officer of the Recruit Training Regiment, Peter Ruggler, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the graduation ceremony for Company I. It is also my distinct pleasure to welcome today's great reviewing official, Captain Elizabeth N. Aldriano. She is the commander of Naval Metal for Readiness, the training command, and the director of Naval Metal for Center San Diego. We'll hear her impressive biography shortly, ma'am. We are honored to have you in this today. The young people that you came to see graduate today, let me acknowledge a few groups of people who made their success possible. First, let me recognize those impressive marines you see wearing the distinctive green campaign covers. They are, of course, the legendary Marine Corps drill instructors. Drill instructors are the critical element in the transformation of civilians into the United States Marines. From the moment a recruiter rides here at the depot, a drill instructor is with them. 27 days a week, everywhere that they go, it takes a special Marine to be a drill instructor. And these Marines are extraordinary. Their impact is permanent. Let's face it, of the thousands of people we meet in our lives, few will leave a lasting impression. But no Marine will ever forget the name, the face, or that gentle, loving voice of their drill instructor. Seeing the next to the reviewing stand is another special group of people. These are the families of the officers and drill instructors of Company I. These families know firsthand the time, dedication and sacrifice that it takes to make a Marine. They assume additional responsibilities at home so that their Marines can be here for some admission. We so appreciate their love and support. Ladies and gentlemen, please join me in a round of applause for the families of Indian Company. It's hard working Marine Corps recruiters who canvases this nation on their mission to enlist the next generation of Marines. Today, Marine Corps Recruiting Command is represented by Staff Sergeant Otillio Martinez of Recruiting Substation West Mr. California. Staff Sergeant Martinez recruited our honor graduate, our Company Honor graduate, Lance Corporal Elizaveta De Silva. With Staff Sergeant Martinez, who first recognized Lance Corporal De Silva's potential and offered him the opportunity to become a United States Marine, a standard job Staff Sergeant. Recruit training happens right here at the Recruit Depot. Recruit spends several weeks of the training cycle up north at Edson Range on Camp Pendleton. There they learn from the talented instructors that weapons and field training battalion, field and combat skills that include basic marksmanship training, where they learn to engage targets with precision rifle fire at staggering distances at the 500 yards out. Today, weapons and field training battalion is represented by Corporal Carson Geary, a primary marksmanship instructor for our platoon with the highest shooting average for platoon 3210. Corporal Geary, our standard job. This nation has to offer. When they arrived here, they were young and fit, 20 years, and in better shape than most people their age. 98% of them are high school graduates and 7 have already earned college degrees. Beyond that, they demonstrated courage and commitment that few of their peers could muster. When they raised their right hand and swore a solemn oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States. They come from every expense of the globe. In this day, four different countries, including Mexico, Colombia, Ukraine, and El Salvador. And some came from just across the street here in San Diego. But wherever they came from, it was a common goal that brought them together. The goal of becoming United States Marines. When they arrived here three months ago, they embarked on the world's most demanding entry-level training program. And they stepped off the buses and onto our historic yellow footprints. Since then, they've undoubtedly been tested. They've been training and evaluating the attributes that make Marines unique in the world. They've learned battlefield-tested, war-fighting skills. So that when this nation calls, these Marines will be ready for the fight. We've hardened them by developing their physical and mental toughness. So that they never quit or give up against any odds. We've indoctrinated them in our core values of honor, courage, and commitment. So that they will be Marines of exemplary character and peace or of war. And we've instilled in them a bias for intelligent action. So that as small unit leaders, they'll be able to decide, act, and communicate in the future operating environment in any kind of place. I hope when you're reunited with your Marines, you notice a few changes. It should stand a little taller, look a little leaner. They'll look you in the eye. And they'll use strange phrases like, yes sir, yes ma'am. You won't have to tell them to clean up after themselves or finish a meal. And I promise you, they all know how to make their beds. Our core values as their own. Through their courage in coming here, through blood, sweat, and tears. Through physical, mental, emotional, and character transformation. They fully committed themselves to serving our core. And I am honored to stand alongside them. Ladies and gentlemen, I'm proud to present to you today 210 young people who can now and forever claim the title United States Marine. Trust the company one last time. More likely you were thinking, what in the world have I gotten myself into? How do I make them stop yelling at me? But here you stand today having accomplished something that most people would never dare attempt. And you get home this weekend and you well deserve leave. People would be proud of you, because they should be. They'll look up to you. They'll be impressed and amazed at your transformation. Your friends will ask you how you did it. And when they ask you, I want you to take them for a walk. Right on down to your recruiter's office. And I promise you, new drill instructors would like to meet your friends. Remember that with your new title comes responsibility. The world is a dangerous and chaotic place, and that is why we have you. The strength of our core doesn't come from any weapon system or piece of equipment, but from the war fighting spirit of the individual Marines working together as a team. At its essence, war is a violent conflict of wills, of spirits. And so it is your spirit, your character that matters most in combat. Our core's legacy of being first to fight and never giving up now rests with you for safekeeping. The evil global anchor that we handed you as you finished that very wet crucible represents that legacy. And as long as you wear it, you represent the entire history of our core and every Marine who came before you. Be proud of what you've accomplished here. Be proud of what you now represent. As you go forward in your lives and your careers, be worthy of the title that you've earned. On behalf of the officers, drill instructors, and all the support personnel here at Marine Corps of 15 from San Diego, let me be the first to wish you fair wins and following scenes. Semper Fidelis Marines, and welcome to our core. Now taking their position in the reviewing area is today's parade reviewing of visual. Captain Elizabeth M. Adriano, commander of Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command San Diego, and director, Naval Medical Center San Diego. She is accompanied by Colonel Peter M. Brownlee, commanding officer, but through trained regiment, a record group of people of San Diego. Captain Adriano began her military career in the United States Air Force as a medical student at the Uniform Services University of Health Sciences. Upon graduation from medical school in 1996, she transitioned to the United States Navy. She has served in a variety of challenging fields in numerous commands to include General Medical Officer at Naval Hospital Great Lakes, Department Head at Naval Hospital Buford, Vice Chair of the Women's Health Department for Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Director of Surgical Services at United States Naval Hospital Sanamea, Italy, Commanding Officer of Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command at Jerry Point, North Carolina. Captain Adriano currently serves as the commander of Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command San Diego, and director of Naval Medical Center San Diego. Captain Adriano's personal awards include two Legion of Merits, four Meritorious Service Medals, and a Navy and Marine Corps Combination Medal. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Captain Elizabeth M. Adriano. Pass and review is a tradition within all military units, allowing the unit commander to formally inspect the unit under their charge, conflicts around the world, including places whose names are immediately associated with the recurrence and dedication. Names such as what a canal, ewojima, chosen reservoir, k-side, quay city, the most current operation worldwide, there's an arrangement that is rich in history and tradition, and of a region you never forgets in sights and sounds. As the National Plague has a direct view of both of you, please rise. Once it passes, you will come to see the department and the regimental staff. Marines, the individual Marines, is what we do here. This small staff is of unquestionable support to the United States of America and the United States of America. Prepare for the final dismissal of the unit. Their initial training, where they will continue to train to serve as the initial training, will instill a fundamental purpose that everybody is of. We would like to introduce to you the Marines responsible for ensuring the success of the difficult transition required to become a Marine. The company commander is Captain Thomas C. McCarthy. The company for Sergeant is First Sergeant Kelvin E. Carrington. Ladies and gentlemen, please join me in a round of applause for the company staff of Company A. The next portion of the ceremony will be the traditional function of retiring the Guidance. This person will now be returned to the drill instructors, Lieutenant Colonel M. Matthew Phelps, and the battalion Sergeant Major, Sergeant Major Gerardo I. Please hold your applause until all honor graduates have been recognized. Present! The honor graduate from Latua in 3,209 is Private First Class, Brent Chromsick, from South Coleslaw, Oklahoma. The honor graduate from Latua in 3,210, and the series honor graduate is Private First Class, Tristan L. Clavel, from Waterville, Kansas. The honor graduate from Latua in 3,211 is Private First Class, Christopher C. Tomlin, from Nashville, Texas. The honor graduate from Latua, 3,213, and the company honor graduate is Lance Corporal, Elisio W. Darcella, from Orange County, California. Lance Corporal Darcella is also the recipient of the Jesse Fuller Award for his outstanding Marriotorius performance while in recruit training. The honor graduate from Latua, 3,214 is Private First Class, Haley D. Gonzalez, from Guadalupe, Arizona. And the honor graduate from Latua, 3,215 is Private First Class, Ryan A. Asilo, from Phoenix, Arizona. Ladies and gentlemen, the honor graduate of Company I, we first are going to now give the command to the senior drill instructors to dismiss their platoons. Needless to say, this will be the most welcome command they have received throughout recruit training.