Corps Crucible Marine Corps recruits hike the Reaper during the Crucible at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023. The Crucible is the final test in the recruits' training. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image: Full Size (2.88 MB) Tags: Marine Corps Photo By: Marine Corps Cpl. Alexander Devereux VIRIN: 231121-M-EG840-1215M.JPG Photo Gallery