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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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Marine Corps Enlisted Aid...

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher Prelle/Released 250328-M-IW482-1133.JPG

Apr 17, 2025

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kevona Kelly, trainee in the Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program, garnishes a salad for a luncheon hosted by the Marine Corps Enlisted Aide Program on March 28, 2025 at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. Marine Corps Enlisted Aide trainees are currently attending the Bullock Estate Training Service (B.E.S.T.) course, and must successfully host a luncheon in order to graduate the course. Each luncheon features a different guest list, ranging from staff noncommissioned officers to commissioned officers and civilians. These luncheons are a key part of their training curriculum, allowing Marines to plan, execute, and present formal meals for official military events. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher Prelle)

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Canon EOS R5

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RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

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SHUTTERSPEED

1/100

ISO

640

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