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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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Master Sgt. Christopher Walker, Marine Barracks Washington drill master, observes the Barracks' ceremonial marchers as they practice for an Evening Parade May 20, 2011. - Master Sgt. Christopher Walker, Marine Barracks Washington drill master, observes the Barracks' ceremonial marchers as they practice for an Evening Parade May 20, 2011.


Master of march: committing 13 years to drill

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Lance Cpl. Jesse Ballard performs remedial action on the M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon at Marine Corps Bases Quantico, Va., May 18. Ballard is an administrative clerk with Headquarters and Service Company, Marine Barracks Washington. - Lance Cpl. Jesse Ballard performs remedial action on the M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon at Marine Corps Bases Quantico, Va., May 18. Ballard is an administrative clerk with Headquarters and Service Company, Marine Barracks Washington.


MBW’s grounds platoon maintains combat proficiency

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Marine Corps Body Bearers carry the casket of Col. Barry Zorthian, 1920-2010, to the grave site at Arlington National Cemetery April 13, 2011. - Marine Corps Body Bearers carry the casket of Col. Barry Zorthian, 1920-2010, to the grave site at Arlington National Cemetery April 13, 2011.


Honoring the fallen: MBW supports Marine funerals in the greater DC area

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