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8th & I

"Oldest Post of the Corps"

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Company, march the Marine Barracks Washington 225th birthday cake during the celebration of 8th and I's birthday at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., March 27, 2026. The symbolic passing of cake from Marine with the most time at 8th & I to the newest Marine represents the transfer of knowledge, experience, and tradition. The first piece goes to the guest of honor, and the second to the oldest Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

225 Years of Tradition

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn Bouchard/Released 260327-M-XB565-1351.JPG

May 4, 2026

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Company, march the Marine Barracks Washington 225th birthday cake during the celebration of 8th and I's birthday at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., March 27, 2026. The symbolic passing of cake from Marine with the most time at 8th & I to the newest Marine represents the transfer of knowledge, experience, and tradition. The first piece goes to the guest of honor, and the second to the oldest Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R6

LENS

RF28-70mm F2 L USM

APERTURE

45/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/1000

ISO

800

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