Francis Marion Reception Center

Welcome to the Francis Marion Reception Center (FMRC) New Member Orientation site. FMRC provides final in-processing for all new members, including administering the oath of service, issuing uniforms and ID cards, and providing an orientation to the SC State Guard. Members who do not have prior military service receive training in basic soldier skills. Training includes rank recognition, military courtesy, grooming, wear of the uniform, deployment readiness, basic tactical communication, basic first aid, and basic Army drill.