san diego recruit

The San Diego Recruit Depot, officially known as Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego (MCRD San Diego), was established in 1921 and has served as one of the United States Marine Corps’ primary training centers for enlisted recruits west of the Mississippi River. During World War II, the depot experienced a dramatic increase in activity, training over 200,000 recruits to meet the demands of the expanding Marine Corps. Over the decades, MCRD San Diego has maintained its tradition of transforming civilians into Marines, upholding rigorous standards of discipline and honor. Today, it continues to play a vital role in preparing new Marines for service, shaping generations of warriors who serve around the globe.