Army Navy Country Club

Army Navy Country Club's Red/White combination in Fairfax, Virginia represents a mid-20th century design collaboration between Richard Mandell and Thomas E. Clark. The club, which serves military officers and their families, maintains three nine-hole courses that can be played in various eighteen-hole combinations, with the Red and White nines forming one of the primary pairings. The facility relocated to its current Fairfax location from Arlington in the 1960s, establishing itself on rolling Virginia piedmont terrain characteristic of the region's wooded landscape. The routing takes advantage of the natural topography, with elevation changes and tree-lined corridors defining the playing corridors. The design reflects the architectural sensibilities of its era, emphasizing strategic shot placement over pure length, with well-positioned bunkers and greens that reward accuracy. The property's mature tree canopy and traditional parkland character provide a classic country club atmosphere typical of established Washington, D.C. area facilities. The club's military heritage shapes its membership and culture, creating a distinctive community atmosphere among active duty and retired service members. The facility has hosted various regional amateur competitions and military golf championships over the decades. The Red/White combination offers a straightforward test of golf that prioritizes course management and consistency, making it well-suited to the club's membership play and competitive events. The layout remains a functional and respected design within the Northern Virginia golf landscape.