This magnificent photo of a #USMarineCorps Platoon Sergeant appeared in the #LifeMagazine 1941 defense issue. This #Gyrene was likely a member of the #5thMarineRegiment, based at the New River Marine Corps Base, which was renamed to Camp #Lejeune during #WorldWar2. #USMC #Leatherneck #OldCorps

1/2 "Going In" by Tom Lea, 1944, U.S. Army Art Collection. Mr. Lea was one of America's foremost illustrators when he landed with the 1st Mardiv on #Peleliu on 15-16 Sep 44. He captured enduring images of #Marines at war, including this magnificent painting of a #Gyrene heading for the beach.