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U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House

U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House is a historic place in Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on December 27, 1972, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 72001435.

Washington, District of Columbia County, District of ColumbiaListed December 27, 1972NRIS #72001435★ National Historic Landmark
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What is U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House?

Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. is located at the corner of 8th and I streets, Southeast in Washington, D.C. Established in 1801, it is a National Historic Landmark, the oldest post in the United States Marine Corps, the official residence of the Commandant of the Marine Corps since 1806, and the main ceremonial grounds of the Corps. It is home to the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and the U.S. Marine Band. Barracks Marines conduct ceremonial missions in and around the National Capital Region as well as abroad. They also provide security at designated locations around Washington, D.C. as necessary, and Barracks officers are part of the White House Social Aide Program.

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The record

Listing details

Name
U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House
City
Washington
County
District of Columbia County
State
District of Columbia
Listed on the National Register
December 27, 1972
NRIS reference number
72001435
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.88026, -76.99431
When was U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House listed on the National Register?

U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 27, 1972.

Where is U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House located?

U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House is located in Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia at approximately 38.88026, -76.99431. See the map above.

Is U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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