U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Juan Segura, sergeant major, Marine Barracks Washington, congratulates Cpl. Nathaniel Swartwood, noncommissioned officer-in-charge of the White House sentries, assigned to Guard Company, Marine Barracks Washington, following an awards ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Sept 9, 2026. Col. Jason Copeland, commanding officer, Marine Barracks Washington, presented Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals to five Guard Company Marines for their professionalism, vigilance and resilience while serving as White House sentries during Operation Midnight Hammer and Operation Absolute Resolve from June 2025 to March 2026. Whether safeguarding the “Oldest Post of the Corps” or standing watch in direct support of the President, Barracks Marines demonstrate the discipline and resilience required to respond when and where they are needed. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Capt. Lauri Schleicher)
| Date Taken: | 09.09.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 09.09.2026 16:44 |
| Photo ID: | 9921985 |
| VIRIN: | 260909-M-DN362-8515 |
| Resolution: | 1815x1210 |
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| Location: | DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, US |
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