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Marine Barracks Washington
Southeast Washington; 8th & I community, District of Columbia, United States
Marine Barracks Washington is the active Marine Corps post at 8th and I Streets in Southeast Washington, D.C., known for ceremonial and security responsibilities.
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- Service branch
- Marine Corps
- Location
- Southeast Washington; 8th & I community, District of Columbia, United States
- Installation type
- Marine Corps installation
- Status
- Active
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At a glance.
Marine Barracks Washington is the active Marine Corps post at 8th and I Streets in Southeast Washington, D.C., known for ceremonial and security responsibilities. [2]
The main post and annex are distinct reporting destinations. Attending a parade is different from joining the command, and Washington postal references do not mean Quantico or Henderson Hall. [1]
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History & identity.
Current & former names: Marine Barracks Washington · 8th and I · MBW · Marine Barracks 8th and I
- 1801
The oldest Marine post
The command’s 225th-anniversary account in 2026 reflects the post’s establishment in 1801.
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What distinguishes this location?
The main post and annex are distinct reporting destinations. Attending a parade is different from joining the command, and Washington postal references do not mean Quantico or Henderson Hall.
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- Official command and current resources Responsible military command · Checked 2026-11-05
- Installation identity and campus context Official command or state National Guard · Checked 2026-11-05
- Military-student transition contacts Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission · Checked 2026-11-05
- Transportation and closures State or district transportation agency · Checked 2026-11-05
- Household preparedness State or district emergency management agency · Checked 2026-11-05
- Official image and original caption U.S. Marine Corps / Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard · Checked 2026-11-05
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