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U.S. Marine Corps Maj. John R. Barclay advances the colors during a ceremony at the Marine Barracks in Washington, D.C., July 9, 2009. Barclay is the parade commander.

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U.S. Marine Corps Maj. John R. Barclay advances the colors during a ceremony at the Marine Barracks in Washington, D.C., July 9, 2009. Barclay is the parade commander.

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