An official website of the United States Government 
Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates from Charlie Company brave winter weather conditions during a four-mile hike at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., on Jan. 27, 2009. Candidates are evaluated on their leadership abilities and problem solving skills.

U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates brave winter weather conditions.

U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates from Charlie Company brave winter weather conditions during a four-mile hike at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., on Jan. 27, 2009. Candidates are evaluated on their leadership abilities and problem solving skills.

Photo Gallery