Our Values
Held to Higher Standards
Honor, courage and commitment, the core values of the Marines, define how every Marine in the Corps thinks, acts and fights. Throughout the evolving battlefields of the 21st Century, every Marine in the Corps must be confident in the abilities of themselves—and each other. In the chaos of battle, character matters.
Values For Victory
The principles and values imbued into each Marine are the building blocks for making the right decisions at the right time, both on the battlefield and off.
I love the Marines for the intangible possessions that cannot be issued: pride, honor, integrity.
— Cpl Jeff Sorni, USMC
Symbols of Our Corps
Every emblem, color choice and motto used in the Marine Corps has a rich history and powerful meaning behind it.
Leadership Traits
Regardless of rank, every Marine must be prepared to lead. As part of their training, Marines master 14 distinct leadership traits that become the tools for winning every battle.
Dressed to defend
From the Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem to the digital camouflage pattern, every element of our uniforms serves a purpose and tells the stories of our battles won.
