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Marine Raider graduates from elite French Commando course

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Sean J. Berry)

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A Marine Raider with the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command (MARSOC) graduated from the arduous French Commando “Moniteur” Training Course.

The Marine Critical Skills Operator (CSO)—a gunnery sergeant—was the first Marine Raider to attend the course, and also became the first American to receive the highest distinction of the course for his stellar performance.

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  • JRomeoWhiskey

    Marine exceptionnelle!

  • Greg W

    Language challenge is same as in the Foreign Legion for recruits. Learn it on the run.
    Awesome performance and nice to read a positive story on so many levels!

  • Mason

    So he essentially mastered two distinct skill sets, the language being apart from all else he was required to do. Impressive.