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An Introspective Look at Joining Marine Barracks Washington, D.C.

When I received orders to Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., I was overwhelmed and intimidated at first. “How is this possible?” “Why me?” “Am I ready for this?” Were the questions that plagued my mind. Considered hallowed grounds amongst most Marines, I was shocked that the Corps would consider me worthy of this distinct honor. Like most Marines I

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Cpl. Megan Hancock, a native of Sheridan, Ill., has been a reproductions specialist at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., since 2012, Aug. 26, 2014. As with many other Marines, Hancock said she had to adjust to the changes that come with moving to a city. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dan Hosack/Released) - Cpl. Megan Hancock, a native of Sheridan, Ill., has been a reproductions specialist at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., since 2012, Aug. 26, 2014. As with many other Marines, Hancock said she had to adjust to the changes that come with moving to a city. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dan Hosack/Released)

A Long Way from Home

Fresh dew wets the grass as the sun slowly rises over the countryside. The only sounds that can be heard are birds chirping and a lawnmower in the distance. It is a sharp contrast from the fast-paced life of Washington, D.C. This is the type of difference Cpl. Megan Hancock, a native of Sheridan, Ill., has had to adjust to when she moved

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Marines from 3rd Platoon, Company B, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., pose for a photo at a NATO obstacle course at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Aug. 13, 2014. The "Third Herd" traveled to Marine Corps Base Quantico to conduct a field exercise focused on land navigation and combat conditioning. - Marines from 3rd Platoon, Company B, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., pose for a photo at a NATO obstacle course at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Aug. 13, 2014. The "Third Herd" traveled to Marine Corps Base Quantico to conduct a field exercise focused on land navigation and combat conditioning.

Ceremonial marchers improve infantry skills

The primary mission of a Marine rifle squad is to locate, close with and destroy the enemy by fire and maneuver or to repel his assault by fire and close combat. Without a set of complementary warfighting skills, though, infantry units of all sizes would be unable to destroy any enemy.Marines from 3rd Platoon, Company B, Marine Barracks Washington,

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Sgt. Katie Maynard, a native of Hancock, Mich., is part of the Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., S-3 operations center, Aug. 21, 2014. The S-3 at the Barracks is responsible for coordinating all training and ceremonial missions, including funerals, parades and joint-service events. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dan Hosack/Released) - Sgt. Katie Maynard, a native of Hancock, Mich., is part of the Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., S-3 operations center, Aug. 21, 2014. The S-3 at the Barracks is responsible for coordinating all training and ceremonial missions, including funerals, parades and joint-service events. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dan Hosack/Released)

Powering the Barracks

Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., supports events throughout the National Capital Region every day. With thousands of ceremonies and training exercises every year, it takes a dedicated team to make sure everything goes smoothly. The Marines in the operations section, known as the S-3, at the Barracks coordinate what Marines and materials

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Cpl. Michael Haynes, member of the Marine Aide Program, prepares a food platter at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., prior to the start of a Tuesday Sunset Parade, Aug. 4, 2014. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dan Hosack/Released) - Cpl. Michael Haynes, member of the Marine Aide Program, prepares a food platter at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., prior to the start of a Tuesday Sunset Parade, Aug. 4, 2014. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dan Hosack/Released)

Marine Aide Program

The morning sun is just beginning to rise as Cpl. Michael Haynes enters the gate at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., and heads straight for his kitchen workspace. He will spend the next several hours preparing food for an event hosted by a general officer later that evening. Haynes is one of only 21 Marines in the entire

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