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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.

8th & I

U.S. Marines with the Marine Barracks Washington parade staff execute a “counter march” during the Brigadier General Select Orientation Course ceremony at Marine Barracks, Washington, Aug. 11, 2025. BGSOC is an annual, weeklong course held in the National Capital Region to instruct newly promoted officers on their rank and responsibilities. The ceremony serves as both a formal welcome and a milestone in their transition to senior leadership within the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Prelle)

Parades and Ceremonies

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Prelle/Released 250811-M-IW482-1134.JPG

Sep 24, 2025

U.S. Marines with the Marine Barracks Washington parade staff execute a “counter march” during the Brigadier General Select Orientation Course ceremony at Marine Barracks, Washington, Aug. 11, 2025. BGSOC is an annual, weeklong course held in the National Capital Region to instruct newly promoted officers on their rank and responsibilities. The ceremony serves as both a formal welcome and a milestone in their transition to senior leadership within the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Prelle)

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R

LENS

RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM

APERTURE

63/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/640

ISO

160

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