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Members of the U.S. Marine Corps Band perform at a reception held at the Home of the Commandants prior to the start of an evening parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 12, 2015. The Honorable Mac Thornberry was the guest of honor for the parade and Gen. John M. Paxton, assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, was the hosting official. The Evening Parade summer tradition began in 1934 and features the Silent Drill Platoon, the U.S. Marine Band, the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and two marching companies. More than 3,500 guests attend the parade every week. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Melissa Marnell/Released)