Cpl. Javier Hinojosa stands at ceremonial at ease on the parade grounds of Marine Barracks Washington, Nov. 30. As a ceremonial marcher, Hinojosa must master a new set of drills and cadences unique to the Barracks. - Cpl. Javier Hinojosa stands at ceremonial at ease on the parade grounds of Marine Barracks Washington, Nov. 30. As a ceremonial marcher, Hinojosa must master a new set of drills and cadences unique to the Barracks.
Capt. John McLaughlin leads the Silent Drill Platoon during a performance at the half-time show of the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys football game in Philadelphia, Nov. 8. The SDP has performed at several National Football League games throughout the 2009 football season. - Capt. John McLaughlin leads the Silent Drill Platoon during a performance at the half-time show of the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys football game in Philadelphia, Nov. 8. The SDP has performed at several National Football League games throughout the 2009 football season.
The U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps performs during the celebration ceremony for the unit's 75th anniversary, Nov. 13, at Marine Barracks Washington. - The U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps performs during the celebration ceremony for the unit's 75th anniversary, Nov. 13, at Marine Barracks Washington.
Andray Blatche, Washington Wizards basketball player, takes a break from serving food to meet with Cpl. Poppy King, supply warehouse clerk, Marine Barracks Washington, during the "Salute to the Stars" luncheon at Morton's The Steak House in Washington, Oct. 21. The Wizards hosted service members to a generous feast to honor them and the sacrifices they make to protect the nation. - Andray Blatche, Washington Wizards basketball player, takes a break from serving food to meet with Cpl. Poppy King, supply warehouse clerk, Marine Barracks Washington, during the "Salute to the Stars" luncheon at Morton's The Steak House in Washington, Oct. 21. The Wizards hosted service members to a generous feast to honor them and the sacrifices they make to protect the nation.
The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard performs during the dedication ceremony of Colonel Truman W. Crawford Hall at Marine Barracks Washington, Sept. 14. The hall will serve as the new headquarters and rehearsal area for "The Commandant's Own." - The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard performs during the dedication ceremony of Colonel Truman W. Crawford Hall at Marine Barracks Washington, Sept. 14. The hall will serve as the new headquarters and rehearsal area for "The Commandant's Own."
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.
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.
Cpl. Tyler Toliver poses for the cover of his new album, "My Country." Toliver is stationed at Marine Barracks Washington and pursues his love of music in his off-time. - Cpl. Tyler Toliver poses for the cover of his new album, "My Country." Toliver is stationed at Marine Barracks Washington and pursues his love of music in his off-time.
Sgt. Logan Wilburn, 2nd platoon sergeant, Bravo Company, Marine Barracks Washington, assaults a training dummy after getting sprayed in the face with a potent chemical during nonlethal tactics training at Marine Barracks Washington, Feb. 17. Logan, among many others, would qualify as a user and instructor of oleoresin capsicum, or OC spray. - Sgt. Logan Wilburn, 2nd platoon sergeant, Bravo Company, Marine Barracks Washington, assaults a training dummy after getting sprayed in the face with a potent chemical during nonlethal tactics training at Marine Barracks Washington, Feb. 17. Logan, among many others, would qualify as a user and instructor of oleoresin capsicum, or OC spray.
Lance Cpl. Zachery Sturges catches his rifle during the Challenge Day tryout for the U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon at Marine Corps Air Stations Yuma, Ariz., Feb. 15. Sturges was named 'Old Dog' for top second year marcher in the platoon. - Lance Cpl. Zachery Sturges catches his rifle during the Challenge Day tryout for the U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon at Marine Corps Air Stations Yuma, Ariz., Feb. 15. Sturges was named 'Old Dog' for top second year marcher in the platoon.