Marine Corps Capt. Gina Moegged and Sgt. Theresa Kottwitz, with Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, watch their recruits work together to complete an obstacle during the Crucible at Parris Island, April 20, 2018. The Crucible, a 54 hour day and night test of endurance, is the final and most demanding step before earning the title of United States Marine. ( Marine Corps photo by Chief Warrant Officer 2 Pete Thibodeau)

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