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May 19, 2022 · By John Harlow and Kevin M. HymelArlington National Cemetery May 19, 2022. Day and night, a U.S. Army sentinel from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment—the “Old Guard”—walks back and forth in front...
The Changing of the Guard The military guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is changed in an elaborate ceremony which happens every hour on the hour from October 1 through March 31, and every half hour from April 1 through September 30.
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The Changing of the Guard takes place in the middle of Arlington Cemetery at the top of one of two hills. It occurs between the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Memorial Amphitheater. You can also view our Google map with directions. If you are walking from the welcome center, it is approximately 15-20 minutes up moderately steep hills to reach ...
The changing of the guard happens every hour on the hour when the cemetery is open to the public from October 01 through March 31. From April 1 through September 30, it also occurs every half hour when the cemetery is open to the public. On some occasions (particularly in the Spring months), there are also wreath-laying ceremonies by school groups....
If you want an up close-up view of the inspection of the new sentinel, then be sure to choose the front right side of the grandstand (when looking at the Tomb), as close to the rail as possible. We recommend that spectators stand to the right of the Tomb for the best views. The orange star in the image above shows the best viewing points on the low...
If you arrive before the Changing starts, you will see a lone sentinel, sharply dressed in formal Army attire, and most importantly, no rank. Since we do not know who the Unknowns are, we do not, therefore, know their ranks, and it would be inappropriate for the Unknowns to be guarded by someone who outranks them. You may see the sentinel wearing a...
Oct 4, 2021 · The first all-female guard change takes place at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. The Old Guard, U.S. Army. For the first time in 84 years, the Tomb of...
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Nov 10, 2023 · A Tomb Guard walks the mat at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Picture: US Army/Arlington National Cemetery) What is the Changing Of The Guard routine? The Changing Of The Guard takes months to perfect, but only about seven minutes to perform.
Jul 22, 2022 · VIEW ALL PHOTOS. Army Sergeant Kamille Torres Zapata is the only female guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery (7News) ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — The...
May 24, 2015 · When relieved, an elaborate ritual known as the “Changing of the Guard” occurs, which Arlington National Cemetery’s website details: An impeccably uniformed relief commander appears on the...
