The Marines of Marine Barracks Washington uphold a proud tradition dating back to 1801, representing the Marine Corps in parades, ceremonies, funerals, dignified transfers, conflicts, and security missions. As ambassadors of the Marine Corps, they honor the legacy of Marines who stood guard at the "Oldest Post of the Corps" before them, at home and abroad. Through rigorous training and discipline, 8th & I Marines ensure the Marine Corps maintains a warfighting advantage and readiness to respond to the Nation’s call. Their efforts embody the Corps’ values of honor, courage, and commitment, while preparing them to return to the Fleet Marine Force ready to win battles. These Marines continue to embrace the legacy of service, sacrifice, and professionalism that have defined the Marine Corps and 8th and I for 250 years.
From left to right, U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Jorge Cuadros, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Atlantic Commander, U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen....
U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Jonathan Kirby, incoming Silent Drill Platoon commander, stands at attention during the Silent Drill Platoon change of...
United States Marine Corps Body Bearers with Bravo Company, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., are featured in a new video series titled 1801...
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joshua Williams, left, and Cpl. Kent Place, both with the U.S. Marine Corps Body Bearers, Bravo Company, Marine Barracks...
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith, 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, cuts the ceremonial birthday cake at a Marine Corps cake cutting ceremony...
U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ford Higgins, platoon commander, United States. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington,...
U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. David Cox, assistant drum major, "The Commandant's Own", United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, marches with the band...
U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Zackary Cox, platoon sergeant, United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Alpha Company, Marine Barracks...
U.S. Marines with the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, watch as the Blue Angels fly...
U.S. Marines with Marine Barracks Washington execute Evening and Sunset Parades during the 2025 Parade Season at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. and...