The Center Walk cannons at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., photographed March 25, 2025. The ceremonial cannons at the "Oldest Post of the Corps" are prominent symbols of the Marine Corps’ rich history, each with its own story of military engagement. One of the cannons was captured during the Boxer Rebellion, where Marines played a pivotal role in the international effort to restore order in China. The cannon was seized by Marines under the command of Major L.W.T. Waller on 3 July 1900, during the conflict's pivotal moments. Another cannon, a larger field piece, was captured at Peking on 15 August 1900, during the same operation. These cannons, along with others from the rebellion, were later displayed at Marine Barracks Washington as reminders of the Marines' contributions to global peacekeeping efforts. Another cannon was captured during the Spanish-American War, marking the Marines' involvement in the United States' military action in Cuba. These cannons stand as solemn tributes to the sacrifices made by Marines in these historic rebellions and continue to serve as a reminder of the Corps' longstanding commitment to duty and honor. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher Prelle)