Private (E-1)

Private is considered Junior Enlisted rank, the lowest rank upon entry into the USMC. Duties during this time include basic guard duty and cleaning, as most of the Private’s responsibility is to learn the practices and formalities in the Marines.

To earn the title of Private First Class (PFC), a marine must maintain attendance to training courses and show promise in leadership roles during training. The Private wears no insignia.

Privates serve as team members.

Requirements:


 * Graduation of Marine Recruit Training