Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) was established in 2006, and the unit's critical skills operators were officially designated "Raiders" in 2015 — a tribute to and extension of the legacy of the Marine Raider battalions of WWII. #marsoc | Coffee or Die

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Peter D. Huntley, Commander, Marine Forces Special Operations Command, gives his remarks during the Shaping and Preparing the Environment with Stand-In Forces panel at Modern Day Marine. | Marine Forces Special Operations Command

“We went to church, and I remember they would tell us homosexuality is a sin and that you’re going to go to hell. I remember my brother and I looking at each other confused, because this happened to us—we didn’t get a vote. A guy did stuff to us, and I thought, we’re going to hell, right? I prayed every night begging for forgiveness because I thought I was going to burn in hell for something that happened to me.” #emotional #war #combat #veteran #marsoc #marine #medic #shawnryanshow #podcast #mi

As part of the United States Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC), Marine Raiders utilize All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) to transport equipment over long distances, extending the reach of their operation. Raiders are responsible for executing complex, strategic missions to support the Corps’ larger purpose of winning our Nation’s battles. | Marine Corps Recruiting

Born in Conflict. Two decades of unwavering commitment. MARSOC stands as a testament to the Unconquerable Spirit of the Marine Raiders. Through relentless training and continuous missions, we’ve forged a legacy of excellence. This isn’t just an anniversary—it’s a tribute to every Raider who’s answered the call. Always Faithful. Always Forward. Always Lethal. 🎥 Sgt. Victoria Hutt | Marine Forces Special Operations Command