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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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Gunnery Sgt. Stacie Crowther, assistant drum major, “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, stands at a ceremonial position during a full honors funeral for Maj. Gen. John A. Studds at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, April 10, 2018. General Studds was commissioned into the Marine Corps in 1960 and served the following 33 years as an Infantry Officer. He commanded Marines at all levels including; Commander, Charlie Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion in Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star with Combat "V" for valor and was the Director of Marine Corps Intelligence during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Studds concluded his devout career as the Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp/Released)

Gunnery Sgt. Stacie Crowther, assistant drum major, “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, stands at a ceremonial position during a full honors funeral for Maj. Gen. John A. Studds at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, April 10, 2018. General Studds was commissioned into the Marine Corps in 1960 and served the following 33 years as an Infantry Officer. He commanded Marines at all levels including; Commander, Charlie Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion in Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star with Combat "V" for valor and was the Director of Marine Corps Intelligence during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Studds concluded his devout career as the Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp/Released)

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Members of the U.S. Army Caisson Platoon prepare to escort the remains of Maj. Gen. John A. Studds during a full honors funeral for Studds at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia April 10, 2018. General Studds was commissioned into the Marine Corps in 1960 and served the following 33 years as an Infantry Officer. He commanded Marines at all levels including; Commander, Charlie Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion in Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star with Combat "V" for valor and was the Director of Marine Corps Intelligence during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Studds concluded his devout career as the Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp/Released)

Members of the U.S. Army Caisson Platoon prepare to escort the remains of Maj. Gen. John A. Studds during a full honors funeral for Studds at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia April 10, 2018. General Studds was commissioned into the Marine Corps in 1960 and served the following 33 years as an Infantry Officer. He commanded Marines at all levels including; Commander, Charlie Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion in Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star with Combat "V" for valor and was the Director of Marine Corps Intelligence during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Studds concluded his devout career as the Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp/Released)

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Marines with Marine Barracks Washington D.C. escort the remains of Maj. Gen. John A. Studds during a full honors funeral at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, April 10, 2018. General Studds was commissioned into the Marine Corps in 1960 and served the following 33 years as an Infantry Officer. He commanded Marines at all levels including; Commander, Charlie Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion in Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star with Combat "V" for valor and was the Director of Marine Corps Intelligence during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Studds concluded his devout career as the Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp/Released)

Marines with Marine Barracks Washington D.C. escort the remains of Maj. Gen. John A. Studds during a full honors funeral at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, April 10, 2018. General Studds was commissioned into the Marine Corps in 1960 and served the following 33 years as an Infantry Officer. He commanded Marines at all levels including; Commander, Charlie Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion in Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star with Combat "V" for valor and was the Director of Marine Corps Intelligence during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Studds concluded his devout career as the Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp/Released)

Photo by Sgt. Robert Knapp

Colonel Tyler J. Zagurski, center, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington D.C., awards a Navy Commendation medal to Sgt. Kenneth Newton, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, during the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. Newton, a Colorado Springs, Colorado native, previously served as an infantry machine gunner with 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment and will return to the operating forces once he departs the Barracks.(Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Colonel Tyler J. Zagurski, center, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington D.C., awards a Navy Commendation medal to Sgt. Kenneth Newton, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, during the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. Newton, a Colorado Springs, Colorado native, previously served as an infantry machine gunner with 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment and will return to the operating forces once he departs the Barracks.(Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, speaks to guests during the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. Newton, a Colorado Springs, Colorado native served as the senior sergeant of the Marine Corps and was entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. He led the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and was responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, speaks to guests during the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. Newton, a Colorado Springs, Colorado native served as the senior sergeant of the Marine Corps and was entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. He led the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and was responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, left, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, shakes hands with his successor, Sgt. Francis Frazier, during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves at the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, left, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, shakes hands with his successor, Sgt. Francis Frazier, during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves at the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, left, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, receives an award from Col. Tyler J. Zagurski, center, commanding officer, Marines Barracks Washington D.C., during the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at the Barracks, April 6, 2018. Newton, a Colorado Springs, Colorado native, previously served as an infantry machine gunner with 1st battalion, 4th Marine Regiment and will return to the operating forces once he departs the Barracks.(Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, left, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, receives an award from Col. Tyler J. Zagurski, center, commanding officer, Marines Barracks Washington D.C., during the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at the Barracks, April 6, 2018. Newton, a Colorado Springs, Colorado native, previously served as an infantry machine gunner with 1st battalion, 4th Marine Regiment and will return to the operating forces once he departs the Barracks.(Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

The 4th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, Bob Brothers, right, the 5th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, Michael Kane, left, and a former United States Marine Corps Color Guard Marine, Thomas Flattery, pose for a photo following the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The former Color Guard Marines attended the ceremony to witness the passing of duties and responsibilities from one Color Sergeant to the next. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

The 4th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, Bob Brothers, right, the 5th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, Michael Kane, left, and a former United States Marine Corps Color Guard Marine, Thomas Flattery, pose for a photo following the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The former Color Guard Marines attended the ceremony to witness the passing of duties and responsibilities from one Color Sergeant to the next. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

Sergeant Francis Frazier, left, the 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, shakes hands with his predecessor Sgt. Kenneth Newton at the conclusion of the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves as the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Sergeant Francis Frazier, left, the 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, shakes hands with his predecessor Sgt. Kenneth Newton at the conclusion of the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves as the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, poses for a photo with the 4th and 5th Color Sergeants of the Marine Corps, as well as a former Color Guard Marine, at the conclusion of a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The former Color Guard Marines attended the ceremony to witness the passing of duties and responsibilities from one Color Sergeant to the next. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Sergeant Kenneth Newton, the 37th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, poses for a photo with the 4th and 5th Color Sergeants of the Marine Corps, as well as a former Color Guard Marine, at the conclusion of a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The former Color Guard Marines attended the ceremony to witness the passing of duties and responsibilities from one Color Sergeant to the next. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

The 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Francis Frazier, poses for a photo next to the National Ensign, at the conclusion of a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves as the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

The 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Francis Frazier, poses for a photo next to the National Ensign, at the conclusion of a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington D.C., April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves as the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

Sergeant Francis Frazier, right, the 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, and his predecessor Sgt. Kenneth Newton, prepare to execute a relief and appointment ceremony, symbolizing the passing of duties and responsibilities as the senior sergeant of the Marine Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps is entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Sergeant Francis Frazier, right, the 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, and his predecessor Sgt. Kenneth Newton, prepare to execute a relief and appointment ceremony, symbolizing the passing of duties and responsibilities as the senior sergeant of the Marine Corps at Marine Barracks Washington, April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps is entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean

Colonel Tyler J. Zagurski, center, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington D.C., oversees a relief and appointment ceremony for the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps at the Barracks, April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves at the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Colonel Tyler J. Zagurski, center, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington D.C., oversees a relief and appointment ceremony for the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps at the Barracks, April 6, 2018. The Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps serves at the senior Sergeant of the Corps, entrusted with carrying the National Ensign in ceremonies throughout the National Capitol Region and across the nation. The Color Sergeant leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW and is responsible for training and preparing the Marines for future service in the operating forces. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean

Sergeant Francis Frazier, left, the 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, receives the National Ensign from Sgt. Kenneth Newton during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, April 6, 2018. The passing of the National Ensign signifies the passing of duties and responsibilities as the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps. The Color Sergeant is the senior sergeant in the Marine Corps and leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW.(Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Sergeant Francis Frazier, left, the 38th Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps, receives the National Ensign from Sgt. Kenneth Newton during a relief and appointment ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, April 6, 2018. The passing of the National Ensign signifies the passing of duties and responsibilities as the Color Sergeant of the Marine Corps. The Color Sergeant is the senior sergeant in the Marine Corps and leads the official Color Guard Platoon at MBW.(Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Damon Mclean

Barracks’ Marines shake hands after they share a piece of the birthday cake, at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Corps Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Barracks’ Marines shake hands after they share a piece of the birthday cake, at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Corps Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

Colonel Tyler J. Zagurski, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington, speaks to the Marines of MBW and veterans with the Center House Association, at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Colonel Tyler J. Zagurski, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington, speaks to the Marines of MBW and veterans with the Center House Association, at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Glenn M. Walters and Col. Tyler J. Zagurski, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington, pose for a photo with guests in attendance on Center Walk at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Glenn M. Walters and Col. Tyler J. Zagurski, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington, pose for a photo with guests in attendance on Center Walk at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard marches the National and Marine Corps Battle Colors down Center Walk during the Barracks’ 217th Birthday at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

The U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard marches the National and Marine Corps Battle Colors down Center Walk during the Barracks’ 217th Birthday at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

Barracks’ Marines march out with the birthday cake to commemorate the Barracks, and its illustrious history, at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Barracks’ Marines march out with the birthday cake to commemorate the Barracks, and its illustrious history, at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois

Barracks’ Marines prepare to participate in a cake cutting ceremony as a part of the Barracks’ Birthday at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Barracks’ Marines prepare to participate in a cake cutting ceremony as a part of the Barracks’ Birthday at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., March 29, 2018. The Barracks hosted the celebration for its 217th Birthday at the parade deck, which included a cake cutting ceremony, and performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard and "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band. In attendance were Marine Corps veterans with the Center House Association and Marines of MBW. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois/Released)

Photo by Pfc. James Bourgeois