Serving at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Tomb) was a defining period in the lives of Tomb Guards. Although Tomb Guards come from every state in the United States of America (U.S.) and every walk of life, they are forever bonded through their shared experience of service at the Tomb. A strong bond was formed through an extremely demanding and humbling experience.
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History Side Note
September 20, 2022
Prior to the 1984 Vietnam Interment, there stood a plaque on the plaza to let all visitors to Tomb of the Unknown Soldier know that the ongoing search for an unknown from the Vietnam war yielded no...
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Education Committee Update
September 17, 2022
Brother and Sister Tomb Guards, Over the next few months, and going into next year, we expect to have an increase in Educational Presentation requests. We are currently working with the Gold Star...
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Membership
Our membership consists of former and current Tomb Guards, family members of deceased Tomb Guards, and patriotic individuals and organizations that have an affinity for the Society mission. Some of the benefits we offer are:
- Member Exclusive Merchandise
- Scholarships
- Society Exclusive Events
- Quarterly Newsletters
Support the Society
The Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (SHGTUS) is able to provide our programs, events, assistance, scholarships, and services due to the generosity of its members, organizations, and individuals. SHGTUS does not receive institutional funding. Note: The Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a 501(c)(3) organization, so your contributions may be fully tax deductible.
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Did you know?
Why are the Sentinel's gloves wet?
Gloves are moistened to improve the grip on the rifle.
