U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Derrick Pollitt, company gunnery sergeant, Guard Company, executes a return sword at the conclusion of his ceremonial drill evaluation at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Jan. 23, 2026. The movement demonstrates mastery of sword manual and attention to detail required during ceremonial performances. Evaluations ensure leaders maintain the highest standards of precision, discipline, and bearing expected at Marine Barracks Washington. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)
| Date Taken: | 01.23.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 01.27.2026 10:14 |
| Photo ID: | 9489829 |
| VIRIN: | 260123-M-XB565-1316 |
| Resolution: | 4696x3131 |
| Size: | 1.05 MB |
| Location: | WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, US |
| Web Views: | 5 |
| Downloads: | 1 |
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