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The guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (we call ourselves "Sentinels") are completely dedicated to their duty of guarding the Tomb. Because of that dedication, the weather does not bother them. In fact, they consider it an honor to stand their watch (we call it "walking the mat"), regardless of the weather.
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www.tombguard.org/FAQ.html
www.tombguard.org/FAQ.html
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Interesting facts about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Sentinels of the Third United States Infantry Regiment "Old Guard" ... Currently, the Tomb Guards work on a three Relief (team) rotation - 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 96 hours off. However, over the years it has...
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One of their most recognized responsibilities is providing sentinels...Tomb Guards, at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. ... Since April 6, 1948 the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has been guarded 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, regardless of weather. Millions of Americans annually visit the Memorial Amphitheater to watch...
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E-mail describes duties and obligations of honor guards at Arlington National Cemetery. ... Claim: E-mail describes duties and obligations of honor guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Status: Multiple — see below.; Example: [Collected on the Internet, 2004];
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www.snopes.com/military/unknown.asp
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The Tomb of the Unknowns (also known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier) is guarded 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and in any weather by Tomb Guard sentinels. ... The Guards of Honor at the Tomb of the Unknowns are highly motivated and are proud to honor all American service members who are "Known But to God."
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www.arlingtoncemetery.org/ceremonies/sentinelsotu.html
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GUARDING THE TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER ; Q. How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the tomb the Unknowns and why? A. 21 steps. It alludes to the twenty-one gun salute, which is the highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary. Guards dress for duty in front of a full-length mirror.
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Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; "The Society works toward preserving and maintaining records, educating the public concerning the history of the Tomb and the Unknown Soldiers, as well as the history of the Guards who have stood watch over them since 1926."
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Tomb of the Unknowns - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Tomb of the Unknowns (also known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier , although it has never been officially named) is a monument dedicated to American servicemen who have died without their re...
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