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United States Marine Corps Commandant

For other people named Archibald Henderson, see Archibald Henderson (disambiguation).

Archibald Henderson (January 21, 1783 – January 6, 1859) was the longest-serving Commandant of the Marine Corps, serving from 1820 to 1859.

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His name is learned by all recruits at Marine recruit training (Boot Camp) as the "Grand old man of the Marine Corps," serving in the United States Marine Corps for over 52 years.

Early life

Born in Colchester, Fairfax County, Virginia, Henderson was one of six sons of successful merchant Alexander Henderson and Sarah (Sally) Moore.

He was raised at the Henderson House in Dumfries, Virginia until he joined the Marine Corps at the age of 18.^[1]

Career

Archibald Henderson was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Marine Corps on 4 June 1806 and served aboard USS Constitution during her famous victories in the War of 1812.

He participated in several shipboard engagements and