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Established in 1801, Marine Barracks Washington, is the "Oldest Post of the Corps" and has been the residence of every commandant of the Marine Corps since 1806. The selection of the site for the Barracks was a matter of personal interest to President Thomas Jefferson, who rode through Washington with Lt. Col. William Ward Burrows, the second commandant of the Marine Corps, in search of a suitable location. The site now occupied was approved due to its proximity to the Washington Navy Yard and because it was within easy marching distance of the Capitol.
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Marine from Marine Barracks Washington perform a pass in review during the Battle Color Ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C., Aug. 25. - Marine from Marine Barracks Washington perform a pass in review during the Battle Color Ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C., Aug. 25.


Battle Color Detachment brings Esprit de Corps to ‘Low Country'

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Sgt. Willie Terrell shuttles guests to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, July 10. Terrell is the platoon sergeant for the Motor Transport Section, which is responsible for transporting Marines and their guests to thousands of events and ceremonies each year. - Sgt. Willie Terrell shuttles guests to the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, July 10. Terrell is the platoon sergeant for the Motor Transport Section, which is responsible for transporting Marines and their guests to thousands of events and ceremonies each year.


Motor T always on Duty at the Oldest Post

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