FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops ~ The Sentinels! ~ 27 May 2021

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[Kathy in Alaska]

~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~

~ Remembering Our Troops ~

~ THE SENTINELS! ~

Fun Fact #1

Originally a civilian watchman was responsible for the security of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Then, March 24, 1926, a military guard from the Washington Provisional Brigade (forerunner of the U.S. Army Military District of Washington) was established during the day-light hours. In 1948 the 3d U.S. Infantry "The Old Guard" assumed the post following the units reactivation in the nation’s capital. Members of the 3d Infantry’s Honor Guard continue to serve in this distinguished duty today. A soldier seeking the honor of serving as a sentinel at the Tomb must possess exemplary qualities, to include American citizenship, a spotless record, and impeccable military bearing.
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Honoring those who have served before.

Fun Fact #2

Unlike every American soldier, sailor, airman or Marine, the guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier do not wear rank insignia on their coats when guarding the tomb. Since the fallen inside the tomb are unknown, and no one knows what rank they actually were, Tomb Guards don’t wear visible rank so they don’t outrank who they might be guarding. Only when the relief commanders come out to change the guard, do they wear an NCO’s rank. Their actual rank is separate from the uniform they wear while on duty at the tomb.
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Fun Fact #3

The Tomb Guard Badge is the 3rd least awarded badge in the Army. In third place behind the Military Horseman Identification Badge and the Astronaut Badge, acquiring the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge is not just rare, it’s incredibly difficult. Only 20% of applicants are accepted for training and the washout rate is astronomical.
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Fun Fact #4

Soldiers who volunteer to become Tomb Guards must undergo a strict selection process and intensive training. Each element of the Tomb Guard’s routine has meaning. The Guard marches 21 steps down the black mat behind the Tomb, turns and faces east for 21 seconds, turns and faces north for 21 seconds, and then takes 21 steps down the mat. Next, the Guard executes a sharp "shoulder-arms" movement to place his/her weapon on the shoulder closest to the visitors, signifying that he or she stands between the Tomb and any possible threat. The number 21 symbolizes the highest symbolic military honor that can be bestowed: the 21-gun salute.
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Fun Fact #5

The Guard is changed every thirty minutes during the summer (April 1 to Sep 30) and every hour during the winter (Oct 1 to Mar 31). During the hours the cemetery is closed, the guard is changed every 2 hours. The Tomb is guarded, and has been guarded, every minute of every day since 1937.
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Fun Fact #6

The guards aren’t there for show! The Army originally placed guards at the Tomb of the Unknown to deter picnickers from having lunch on top of the hallowed gravesite. In the years that followed, the threat to the tomb became greater than having a good view during lunch and guards are posted to keep people from defacing or touching the monument. or even failing to show proper respect. These are not the Buckingham Palace guards, and they will take steps to deter any encroachment on the tomb, by any means necessary. Credit: https://bit.ly/3udacHD

Fun Fact #7

The Tomb Guard Identification Badge is awarded after the Sentinel passes a series of tests. The Badge is permanently awarded after a Sentinel has served 9 months as a Sentinel at the Tomb. Over 500 have been awarded since its creation in the late 1950’s. And while the Badge can be revoked, the offense must be such that it discredits the Tomb. Revocation is at the Regimental Commanderís discretion. But you can drink a beer and even swear and still keep the Badge. The Badge is a full size award, worn on the right pocket of the uniform jacket, not a lapel pin.
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[The Mayor]

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May 27

Flourish Again

Bible in a Year:

• 2 Chronicles 1–3
• John 10:1–23

The more they were oppressed, the more they multiplied and spread.

Exodus 1:12

Given enough sunlight and water, vibrant wildflowers carpet areas of California such as Antelope Valley and Figueroa Mountain. But what happens when drought strikes? Scientists have discovered that certain wildflowers store large quantities of their seeds underground instead of allowing them to push through the soil and bloom. After the drought, the plants use the seeds they've saved to begin to flourish again.

The ancient Israelites thrived in the land of Egypt, despite harsh conditions. Slave masters forced them to work in fields and make bricks. Ruthless overseers required them to build entire cities for Pharaoh. The king of Egypt even tried to use infanticide to reduce their numbers. However, because God sustained them, “the more they were oppressed, the more they multiplied and spread” (Exodus 1:12). Many Bible scholars estimate that the population of Israelite men, women, and children grew to two million (or more) during their time in Egypt.

God, who preserved His people then, is upholding us today as well. He can help us in any environment. We may worry about enduring through another season. But the Bible assures us that God, who “cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today and [are gone] tomorrow,” can provide for our needs (Matthew 6:30 nlt).

Reflect & Pray

Why is it so hard to trust God during life’s “dry” seasons? How has God provided for you in the past, and how might the story of His faithfulness encourage someone you know?

Father, sometimes it’s so hard to keep going. Please meet my needs today, and help me to persevere through the power of Your Holy Spirit.

 

Read Why Doesn’t God Answer Me? Trusting in Times of Doubt and Trial at DiscoverySeries.org/HP112.

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!

[lightman]

As we approach the weekend, keep in mind:

Armed Forces Day is for those serving.
Veterans Day is for those who have served, living or deceased.
Memorial Day is for the FALLEN. ONLY the FALLEN.

[rlmorel]

I do believe this is the Kathy in Alaska who was nominated for Freeper Sainthood!!!!!

For your threads alone, I would vote for you.

I got a chance to get a personalized tour of the Guard’s quarters underground there, and it was fascinating. (one of my buddies knew someone serving actively as a Tomb Guard) While there, we saw them preparing, ironing, dressing, doing all the stuff you would expect someone in that position to have to do.

It was completely unscripted, and the guys didn’t pay much attention to us, they were focused on their tasks, but did greet us as the guy walked by. Very impressive.

That was indeed a once in a lifetime opportunity.

[PROCON]

Thanks for honoring our ‘Old Guard’, Kathy, a phenomenal group of professional soldiers who guard our precious Tomb of the Unknown.

[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Remembering Our Troops: THE SENTINELS! ~

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.

We made it through hump day. Hurrah for us!!

Hope your week is going well.

[The Mayor]

Going well, two guys working in shop and Mrs Mayor running around for parts etc.....

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, radu...hope you are cooling off. All sunshine here today.

Got up at 2:45am hoping to see the eclipse, but too low and too many trees to the south.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, lightman...thanks for the great reminder of what those days are meant to be.

Memorial Day is for the FALLEN. ONLY the FALLEN.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, rlmorel...what an honor that must have been, to get a personal tour of the Old Guard.

And thank you.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro...they are the best at what they do!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

In first....The Mayor grabs the gold!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And in second....radu snags the silver!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And rounding out the top three....lightman bags the bronze!!

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

We did cool off a little today and are even getting a little rain this evening. I do mean a little since it's only sprinkling. Oh well, we'll take what we can get.

A shame you woke up and weren't able to see the eclipse from your house. There was much more eclipsed there than we had here. I was able to catch a little of it when it broke through the clouds.
But I watched the "show" over Anchorage on the Lake Hood cam thanks to a cam op showing up and zooming in on the moon. I just noticed that the timestamp on the scap I got was 2:51 a.m. your time. This is what you missed ....