As the Marine Corps prepares to select a new Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Duffel Blog has found several of the strongest contenders. This list is provided only for the information of junior Marines, and Duffel Blog reminds its readers that it would be inappropriate for junior Marines to discuss their own preference for the next sergeant major.

Rest assured, all the candidates listed are highly qualified, and any one of them would make an excellent Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps.

1: Sgt. Maj. Brad Kasal

Originally an assaultman, Sgt. Maj. Kasal is currently the sergeant major for the 4th Marine Division, the only reserve infantry division in the Marine Corps.

Sgt. Maj. Kasal has previously served as the sergeant major for Recruiting Station Des Moines, Iowa.