U.S. Marines participate in a swim qualification. U.S. Marines from Marine Forces Reserve participate in a swim qualification held at the Tulane University pool in New Orleans, La., on Aug. 13, 2009. Swim qualification is an annual training event used to reduce fear of the water, raise self confidence, and develop an ability to survive in water. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.07 MB) Credit: VIRIN: 184217-C-VPX67-050.jpg Photo Gallery