Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C.
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.
8th and I
"The Oldest Post of the Corps"

Deputy Secretary of Defense reviews Evening Parade

14 Jun 2002 | Marine Barracks Public Affairs Office Marine Barracks

Deputy Secretary of Defense, Paul Wolfowitz, observes "8th & I" Marines as they pass in review during the Evening Parade here June 7.

Wolfowitz is escorted by the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Peter Pace, and Col. Richard T. Tryon, Commanding Officer, Marine Barracks Washington.

A presidential appointee confirmed by the Senate, Wolfowitz is currently serving in his third tour of duty in the Pentagon.  His many awards for public service include: The Presidential Citizen's Medal; The Department of Defense's Distinguished Public Service Medal;
and The Department of State's Distinguished Honor Award. 

The modern-day Evening Parade has been a tradition since July 5, 1957, drawing thousands of visitors each year. Here, the past, present and future of the Marine Corps meet to produce a dramatic celebration of the esprit de corps uniquely inherent to the United States Marine Corps.

More information about the post's units, history and ceremonial events can be obtained on the Internet at www.mbw.usmc.mil.