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Marine Barracks Washington, also known as "8th & I," is the oldest active post in the Marine Corps. William Ward Burrows, the second Commandant of the Marine Corps, in 1801. This is an official Marine Corps page. However, the appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. While this is an open forum, it's also a family-friendly one, so please engage with content appropriately. Comments and posts that do not follow these guidelines will be removed:

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Sword Ceremonial Drill School ⚔️Ceremonial Drill School is required education for all 8th & I Marines. Officers, SNCOs, ...
19/10/2026

Sword Ceremonial Drill School ⚔️

Ceremonial Drill School is required education for all 8th & I Marines. Officers, SNCOs, and NCOs learn the fundamentals of MBW drill, specifically sword manipulation and ceremonial excellence. The curriculum and culminating exam ensures all Marines meet the standard, appropriately serving as the “Face of the Marine Corps.” This training reinforces the attention to detail and dedication required to represent the “Oldest Post of the Corps” in various ceremonial duties.

📸: Cpl Brynn L. Bouchard | U.S. Marine Corps

Passing the Mace 🥁🎺“The Commandant’s Own” United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps marked a transition of enlisted during...
16/10/2026

Passing the Mace 🥁🎺

“The Commandant’s Own” United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps marked a transition of enlisted during the Drum Major Relief & Appointment ceremony. More than a change in leadership, the passing of the drum major’s mace symbolizes the transfer of responsibility, institutional knowledge and traditions entrusted to each generation of Marines. During the ceremony, MGySgt Joshua Dannemiller retired after more than 23 years of service, relinquishing his duties as the 26th drum major to MGySgt David Cox, who was promoted to his current rank and appointed the 27th drum major. GySgt Chris Walker, appointed as “The Commandant’s Own” new Assistant Drum Major, led the company for the first time, closing out the Relief & Appointment ceremony with pass in review. Fair winds and following seas, MGySgt Dannemiller.

Read the full story on DVIDS or our website, linked in bio. Missed the ceremony, watch the full ceremony on C-SPAN, also linked in bio.

📸: Cpl Brynn L. Bouchard | U.S. Marine Corps

💪NCOs Lead the Way⚔ The NCO Guild of Marine Barracks Washington spent months planning the Barracks Bowl, a friendly but ...
16/10/2026

💪NCOs Lead the Way⚔

The NCO Guild of Marine Barracks Washington spent months planning the Barracks Bowl, a friendly but competitive field meet between companies. Events included MCMAP, a pull-up contest, tug-of-war, 8x400m relay, and ammo-can lifts. Alpha Company took the trophy, but the NCOs' leadership and planning raised morale across the battalion.

One battalion. Every company. One winner.

📸: LCpl Landon Heredia | U.S. Marine Corps

Ready When It Matters MostPfc. Andrehw M. Sanders, a Guard Company Marine, received the Navy and Marine Corps Achievemen...
15/10/2026

Ready When It Matters Most

Pfc. Andrehw M. Sanders, a Guard Company Marine, received the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Oct. 14 for his quick response and lifesaving efforts following a motorized scooter collision near Eastern Market.

While off duty, Sanders immediately rendered aid to two injured individuals, demonstrating the initiative, character and readiness expected of Barracks Marines.

Whether on duty or in the community, Marines of the “Oldest Post of the Corps” remain ready to act when others need them most.

📸: LCpl. Landon Heredia | U.S. Marine Corps

🪖Guard Company Sharpens it's Edge⚔Guard Company Marines conduct MCMAP Sustainment training to reinforcing combat readine...
14/10/2026

🪖Guard Company Sharpens it's Edge⚔

Guard Company Marines conduct MCMAP Sustainment training to reinforcing combat readiness, discipline, and the warrior ethos.

Through consistent training, Marines sharpen their techniques, build mental resilience, and maintain the skills necessary to meet the demands of the profession of arms. This training strengthens the warrior mindset and ensures Marines remain ready to answer the call of duty.

📸: LCpl Landon Heredia | U.S. Marine Corps

Congratulations to Cpl Jacob Donelson on his recent re-enlistment at Marine Barracks Washington!Serving as an accounting...
11/10/2026

Congratulations to Cpl Jacob Donelson on his recent re-enlistment at Marine Barracks Washington!

Serving as an accounting chief with Headquarters and Service Company, Cpl Donelson re-enlisted with the long-term goal of becoming a warrant officer. A native of Long Island, New York, he remains dedicated to mastering his military occupational specialty, strengthening financial operations, and mentoring junior leaders within the unit.

📸: Cpl Brynn L. Bouchard | U.S. Marine Corps

Training the force. Strengthening readiness. 🇺🇸 Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Trevor J. Westervelt was awarded the Navy an...
10/10/2026

Training the force. Strengthening readiness. 🇺🇸

Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Trevor J. Westervelt was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for meritorious service with the 3d Marine Division Surgeon’s Office.

During his tenure, HM2 Westervelt guided 280 personnel through more than 1,400 hours of medical training, achieving a 98% pass rate. He also led training for 48 corpsmen, instructed blood transfusion courses, and supported the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit certification.

Beyond the classroom, he trained 23 instructors, managed 132 volunteers, and oversaw $2.1 million in medical training supplies, while strengthening medical readiness across American and Japanese forces.

Congratulations, HM2 Westervelt, on this well-earned recognition.

📸: LCpl Landon Heredia | U.S. Marine Corps

Alpha and Bravo Company Field Exercise 🌾⚔️This past week, Alpha and Bravo Company completed a basic skills and leadershi...
09/10/2026

Alpha and Bravo Company Field Exercise 🌾⚔️

This past week, Alpha and Bravo Company completed a basic skills and leadership field exercise focused on patrolling and live-fire squad attacks. The training gave newly assigned squad and team leaders practical experience making quick decisions and leading in realistic field conditions. Before heading into live ex*****on, Marines sharpened their core skills through land navigation, scouting, and terrain model planning, while qualifying on their ri**es, machine guns, gr***de launchers, and shoulder-fired rockets. By working through realistic scenarios, both companies reinforced foundational combat skills at every level, leaving them confident, cohesive, and ready for upcoming platoon operations.

Lastly, please join us in congratulating Lance Cpl Cooper Flach and Lance Cpl Zarie Cox on their promotions! We also proudly recognize Sgt William Dominguezcastillo for being awarded a Meritorious Mast.

📸: Cpl Brynn L. Bouchard | U.S. Marine Corps

Honoring Those Who Served Yesterday, the Silent Drill Platoon of Alpha Company performed in front of veterans from the B...
06/10/2026

Honoring Those Who Served

Yesterday, the Silent Drill Platoon of Alpha Company performed in front of veterans from the Bucks County Honor Flight. The platoon demonstrated precision and discipline during their performance at the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia.

These Marines honored those who have served in the past and present through a performance showcasing the principles of honor, courage, and commitment that define the Marine Corps and the “Oldest Post of the Corps.”

📸: LCpl Landon Heredia | U.S. Marine Corps

05/10/2026

Rct Chesty XVII conducts his Combat Fitness Test

Rct Chesty XVII is one step closer to earning the title of United States Marine. Recently, Chesty completed his first Combat Fitness Test as part of his recruit training, putting his strength, endurance and determination to the test.

Like every Marine, he has to pass all of his fitness tests before he can earn the title. In the coming weeks, he'll be embarking on the confidence course and then spending some time in the classroom.

Thank you to CWO3 Wilcox for helping Rct Chesty on his path to earning the title!

📸: Cpl. Christopher Prelle | U.S. Marine Corps

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