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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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Marines with the Official U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard present the National Ensign for the playing of our National Anthem during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. Staff Noncommissioned Officers took charge and filled key leaders’ roles and billets throughout the parade. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted last night’s ceremony, and the guest of honor was the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Ramón “CZ” Colón-López. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders)

Marines with the Official U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard present the National Ensign for the playing of our National Anthem during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. Staff Noncommissioned Officers took charge and filled key leaders’ roles and billets throughout the parade. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted last night’s ceremony, and the guest of honor was the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Ramón “CZ” Colón-López. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders

Sergeant Maj. Troy E. Black, 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Ramón “CZ” Colón-López, march down center walk with their wives during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. Staff Noncommissioned Officers took charge and filled key leaders’ roles and billets throughout the parade. Sergeant Maj. Black was the hosting official and the guest of honor was Colón-López. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders)

Sergeant Maj. Troy E. Black, 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Ramón “CZ” Colón-López, march down center walk with their wives during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2020. Staff Noncommissioned Officers took charge and filled key leaders’ roles and billets throughout the parade. Sergeant Maj. Black was the hosting official and the guest of honor was Colón-López. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders

Marines with Alpha and Bravo Marching Companies, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., conduct “officers center” during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Marines with Alpha and Bravo Marching Companies, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., conduct “officers center” during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Marines with the official U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard march across the parade deck during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Marines with the official U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard march across the parade deck during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Staff Sgt. Christopher Walker, ceremonial bugler and acting director, “The Commandant’s Own” U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, marches down “Center Walk” during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Staff Sgt. Christopher Walker, ceremonial bugler and acting director, “The Commandant’s Own” U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, marches down “Center Walk” during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Chief Tamia R. Daniels, acting ceremonial bell ringer, rings the bell during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Chief Tamia R. Daniels, acting ceremonial bell ringer, rings the bell during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

The Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. parade marching staff march down “Center Walk” during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

The Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. parade marching staff march down “Center Walk” during the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Zappone, acting mascot handler, and Chesty XV, the official Marine Corps Mascot, stand at attentionduring the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Zappone, acting mascot handler, and Chesty XV, the official Marine Corps Mascot, stand at attentionduring the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, Aug. 7, 2020. The 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted the ceremony, and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Ramón “CZ” Colón-López was the guest of honor. Barracks’ SNCOs fulfilled key leader’s billets throughout the ceremony that are normally performed by other Marines from throughout the battalion.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Corporal Christian Gresham, mascot handler, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., stands at attention with Lance Cpl. Chesty XV, official Marine Corps mascot, during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Corporal Christian Gresham, mascot handler, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., stands at attention with Lance Cpl. Chesty XV, official Marine Corps mascot, during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

The Marine Barracks Washington D.C. parade marching staff march down “Center Walk” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

The Marine Barracks Washington D.C. parade marching staff march down “Center Walk” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Gunnery Sgt. Joshua D. Dannemiller, assistant drum major, “The Commandant’s Own” U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, leads the D&B across the parade deck as a part of their “slow march” sequence during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Gunnery Sgt. Joshua D. Dannemiller, assistant drum major, “The Commandant’s Own” U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, leads the D&B across the parade deck as a part of their “slow march” sequence during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Master GySgt. Duane F. King, drum major, “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, leads the band during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Master GySgt. Duane F. King, drum major, “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, leads the band during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Marines with the official U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard stand at attention during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Marines with the official U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard stand at attention during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Corporal Alex Jorgensen, number one rifle inspector, U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, conducts rifle drill maneuvers with the doubles inspection team during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Corporal Alex Jorgensen, number one rifle inspector, U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, conducts rifle drill maneuvers with the doubles inspection team during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Sergeant Maj. Adrian L. Tagliere, battalion sergeant major, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., conducts the “report” portion of the ceremony during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Sergeant Maj. Adrian L. Tagliere, battalion sergeant major, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., conducts the “report” portion of the ceremony during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Cpl. James Bourgeois

Marines with Alpha and Bravo Marching Companies, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., conduct “officers center” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Marines with Alpha and Bravo Marching Companies, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., conduct “officers center” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Cpl. James Bourgeois

From left, The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), Gen. Gary L. Thomas, the assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, and Col. Teague A. Pastel, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., render honors during the “honors” portion of the ceremony during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

From left, The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), Gen. Gary L. Thomas, the assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, and Col. Teague A. Pastel, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., render honors during the “honors” portion of the ceremony during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Cpl. James Bourgeois

Marines with Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. march across the parade deck for “pass in review” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Marines with Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. march across the parade deck for “pass in review” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Cpl. James Bourgeois

Marines with Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. march off the parade deck for “pass in review” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Marines with Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. march off the parade deck for “pass in review” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Cpl. James Bourgeois

A flag lowering detail with Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. conducts “Evening Colors” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

A flag lowering detail with Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. conducts “Evening Colors” during a Friday Evening Parade at the Barracks, July 31, 2020. The Honorable Mr. James F. Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development & Acquisition (ASN (RD&A)), was the guest of honor, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Gary L. Thomas, was the hosting official for the evening. To effectively host Evening Parades, the Barracks follows Department of Defense guidelines and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations. Additionally, we apply several of Washington D.C.’s safeguards to include: physical distancing for patrons, health screenings, and mandatory wear of protective equipment.

Photo by Cpl. James Bourgeois