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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.

Marine Barracks Washington, D.C.

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The Honorable Mr. Kenneth Braithwaite, Secretary of the Navy, was the guest of honor, and the 38th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. David H. Berger, was the hosting official.

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U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders/Released 200703-M-VI229-168.JPG

Jul 7, 2020

Body Bearers with Bravo Company, Marine Barracks Washington, fire cannons while the Drum and Bugle Corps performs “Ode to Joy” during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., July 3, 2020. The Honorable Mr. Kenneth Braithwaite, Secretary of the Navy, was the guest of honor, and the 38th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. David H. Berger, was the hosting official. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Allen Sanders)

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Canon EOS-1D X

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EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM

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SHUTTERSPEED

1/25

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25600

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