Despite the weather this soldier assumes his post guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
those men are truly amazing.
GOD Bless that Soldier AND those he is protecting! AMEN
Thank you for that picture. It gives me a lump in my throat. Such dedication to their purpose, and thru any weather — no matter what. Remarkable men!
I know they do .. rain or shine, snow, storm.
God bless them. They are truly most loyal, most
incredibly serious about this high honor. They
honor the great, must possess great virtue and
honor themselves, as well as utmost vigilence to
duty.
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Tomb Guards Stand Sentinel Through Isabel’s Threatening Sweep
Date: 10/2/2003
http://www.tombguard.org/NewsArchives.htm
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The Sentinel’s Creed
My dedication to this sacred duty
is total and whole-hearted.
In the responsibility bestowed on me
never will I falter.
And with dignity and perseverance
my standard will remain perfection.
Through the years of diligence and praise
and the discomfort of the elements,
I will walk my tour in humble reverence
to the best of my ability.
It is he who commands the respect I protect,
his bravery that made us so proud.
Surrounded by well meaning crowds by day,
alone in the thoughtful peace of night,
this soldier will in honored glory rest
under my eternal vigilance.
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The Sentinels of the Tomb of the Unknowns
http://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/ceremonies/sentinelsotu.html
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Over 80% of the soldiers who tryout for this duty do not make it. Each soldier must have strong military bearing, discipline, stamina and present an outstanding soldierly appearance. Each Sentinel must be able to flawlessly perform seven different types of walks, honors and ceremonies.
They must retain vast amounts of knowledge concerning the Tomb, Arlington National Cemetery, the United States Army and their unit.
http://www.tombguard.org/general.html
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He’ll be there, through the night, watching over
our heroes.