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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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U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher Prelle/Released 250325-M-IW482-1020.JPG

Mar 26, 2025

The fountain in the Marine Corps Family Garden at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., photographed March 25, 2025. The Marine Corps Family Garden is located in the Home of the Commandants' backyard, serving as a peaceful space dedicated to Marine families. Used for receptions, small ceremonies, and quiet reflection, the garden offers a contrast to the formal discipline of the parade deck. It features plaques and memorials honoring Marine families and serves as a gathering place for dignitaries and visitors. The garden stands as a tribute to the resilience and support of Marine families, reinforcing the unity of the Marine Corps community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher Prelle)

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R5

LENS

RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

APERTURE

SHUTTERSPEED

1/400

ISO

200

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