Marines of Washington D.C. (Paperback)

Marines of Washington, D.C. takes the reader on a visual tour that explores the dynamic history of the United States Marine Corps in the nation's capital. The Marines have played an integral role in the development of the social, structural, and political landscape of Washington for over 200 years. This volume traces the history of the Marines from the founding of the "Oldest Post of the Corps," Marine Barracks Washington in 1801, to participation in the War of 1812, the Civil War, the World Wars, and into the modern day. Explore the lasting impact of famous Marines, including Commandant Archibald Henderson, Marine Band Director John Phillip Sousa, and Commandants Alfred M. Grey and John A. Lejeune. Marines of Washington, D.C. highlights the unique relationship between the Marines of the nation's capital, the President, and the citizens of the United States they serve.

General

Imprint:	Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)
Release date:	April 2004
First published:	April 2004
Authors:	Mark Blumenthal
Dimensions:	234 x 167 x 9mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Mass market
Pages:	128
ISBN-13:	978-0-7385-1628-8
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > American history > General Books > History > American history > General Promotions
LSN:	0-7385-1628-7
Barcode:	9780738516288

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