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   Quantico (/ ˈkwɒntɪkoʊ /; formerly Potomac) [5] is a town in Prince William County, Virginia, United States. The population was 480 at the 2010 census. Quantico is approximately 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., bordered by the Potomac River to the east and the Quantico Creek to the north. The word Quantico is a corruption of the name ...

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3. www.britannica.com › place › Quantico-VirginiaQuantico | Virginia, Map, FBI, & Facts | Britannica

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   In 1917, during World War I, the United States government purchased a tract of land completely surrounding the town (except for its riverfront) for use as a training camp by the Marine Corps. The base, now called Marine Corps Installations Command–National Capital Region–Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCINCR-MCB Quantico), is immense, covering some 59,000 acres (24,000 hectares); the town of ...

4. www.wearethemighty.com › quantico-virginiaThe complete guide to Quantico, Virginia - We Are The Mighty

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   Oct 18, 2022 · Quantico Location. This tiny town boasts a population of just 480. It’s located in Prince William County, Virginia. To the south is Richmond and to the east is the Chesapeake Bay. The weather in the area is generally humid and is considered sub-tropical. Average highs in summer top near 90 degrees Fahrenheit; in winter, the lows can dip down ...

5. wondrousdrifter.com › north-america › usaBest & Fun Things To Do + Places To Visit In Quantico, Virginia

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   Quantico, Virginia offers a variety of activities and attractions for everyone, from outdoor adventures to historical trails, family fun time, and dining and nightlife. Marine Corps adventures are a must-visit in Quantico, including the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Semper Fidelis Memorial Park, and Quantico National Cemetery.

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6. www.virginia.org › listing › town-of-quanticoTown of Quantico - Virginia is for Lovers

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   The only town in America 'surrounded' by the United States Marine Corps. Sited on the scenic banks of the Potomac, the Town is entered through the Quantico Marine base and is literally encircled by this training base's many facilities. Featuring traditional shops and a setting right out of America's past, the town is also the site of numerous special events. Located nearby is the newly opened ...

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7. mapcarta.com › QuanticoQuantico Map - Prince William County, Virginia, USA - Mapcarta

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   Location: Prince William County, Northern Virginia, Virginia, South, United States, North America. View on Open­Street­Map. Latitude. 38.5219° or 38° 31' 19" north. Longitude. -77.2911° or 77° 17' 28" west.

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   Where is Quantico Virginia?

   • Quantico (/ ˈkwɒntɪkoʊ /; formerly Potomac) is a town in Prince William County, Virginia, United States. The population was 480 at the 2010 census. Quantico is approximately 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., bordered by the Potomac River to the east and the Quantico Creek to the north.

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   What is Quantico Virginia known for?

   • It serves as headquarters for many training institutions, including the Marine Corps University, the FBI Academy, and the DEA Training Academy. The Quantico installation is also the location of the National Museum of the Marine Corps. The town is served by Amtrak and by Virginia Railway Express commuter trains.

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   Where is Quantico surrounded by the Marines?

   • To find out more, please see our Privacy Policy. The only town in America 'surrounded' by the United States Marine Corps. Sited on the scenic banks of the Potomac, the Town is entered through the Quantico Marine base and is literally encircled by this training base's many facilities.

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   Why is Quantico called Quantico?

   • The word Quantico is a corruption of the name of a Doeg village recorded by English colonists as Pamacocack. Quantico is surrounded on its remaining two sides by one of the largest U.S. Marine Corps bases, Marine Corps Base Quantico.

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   Where is Quantico Maryland located?

   • It lies along the Potomac River, about 35 miles (55 km) southwest of Washington, D.C. Quantico is adjacent to a U.S. Marine Corps installation that extends into other counties. European settlers obtained their first grants of land in what is now the Quantico area from the English government in 1654.

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   What makes Quantico a great place to live?

   • Sited on the scenic banks of the Potomac, the Town is entered through the Quantico Marine base and is literally encircled by this training base's many facilities. Featuring traditional shops and a setting right out of America's past, the town is also the site of numerous special events.

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9. www.visitpwc.com › plan-your-trip › quantico-virginiaWhat is nearby Quantico, Virginia - visitpwc.com

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   Popular in recent TV series, Quantico is an actual town located in Prince William, VA about 36 miles outside of Washington, DC. Quantico is the home of the largest U.S. Marine Corps base, Marine Corps Base Quantico. The base also the site for other agencies including the FBI Academy and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS).