Ex-Honor Guard Brought to Tears by Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 

so sad man can you imagine Russian graves

@@d1watt 20 meters deep, filled with civillians

Same here. So many white crosses

​@@chadofchads7222ayyoooooo

​@@chadofchads7222Good God damn dude 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣

My father's side of the family is from Arlington/DC. My father was born at GW hospital. My Grandmother flew me out there for a visit, when we went To ANC and saw the Tomb of the Unknown soldier, I cried like a baby. The 3rd Inf Reg (Old Guard) are AMAZING to watch!!! We owe our fallen soldiers and Vets nothing but our highest respect!

When I was in basic training in the Army, my drill sergeant said " freedom is not free. It's been paid for in blood."

@@CsuarezFla Now we need to ask the question why?

Every citizen should remember that too,soldiers can't be the only ones that fight for it, everyone must or it will disappear.

🥲 WELL SAID! WHAT A KODAK MOMENT! 🦅🇺🇸🗽

There are fewer holders of Guard, Tomb of The Unknown Soldier Identification Badges than Medal of Honor recipients.

@@garyowen9044and there are only 4 who have done both

​​@@garyowen9044 there are less holders of the tomb id badge then there are people in the navy who have gotten medals of honor, and the navy have had only 60 or so medals of honor given, and every one of those were given with a purple heart too, there are a total of 5 people every 10 years that are accepted into the tomb guard position Edit: that's 1 person every two years, but 300 of them sign up every year, so out of 600 people, 1 makes it to the tomb

​@@user-cr4tw3wb2w what? There's 746 Navy MOH recipients but comparing a badge to a medal is like comparing an apple to a banana. "The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge is the third least-awarded qualification badge of the United States Army; as of December 26, 2023, they number 868, including 26 which have been revoked and 9 "administrative errors". It is preceded by the 103 Military Horseman Identification Badges and the 17 Astronaut Badges."

​@@garyowen9044 There's fewer Coast Guard's they've received an MOH than Space Force Cyberspace Operator Badge recipients too but it's a trivial comparison. There's so few because the physical requirements are narrow, the rules are fairly strict and it's not exactly usual soldiery to spend five hours a day preparing your uniform and memorising 175 notable dead people's names. Just about anyone can push themselves and face challenges to the point of being awarded an MOH for their service but giving up speaking to anyone for six months and alcohol and swearing for the rest of your life is a lot different kind of thing. Just in case this is useful: "For a person to apply for guard duty at the tomb, he must be between 5' 10" and 6' 2" tall and his waist size cannot exceed 30." Other requirements of the Guard: They must commit 2 years of life to guard the tomb, live in a barracks under the tomb, and cannot drink any alcohol on or off duty for the rest of their lives. They cannot swear in public for the rest of their lives and cannot disgrace the uniform {fighting} or the tomb in any way. After two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on their lapel signifying they served as guard of the tomb. There are only 400 presently worn. The guard must obey these rules for the rest of their lives or give up the wreath pin. The shoes are specially made with very thick soles to keep the heat and cold from their feet. There are metal heel plates that extend to the top of the shoe in order to make the loud click as they come to a halt. There are no wrinkles, folds or lint on the uniform. Guards dress for duty in front of a full-length mirror. The first six months of duty a guard cannot talk to anyone, nor watch TV. All off duty time is spent studying the 175 notable people laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. A guard must memorize who they are and where they are interred."

Right.... cause the medal of honor winners are dorks?

Highest honor thank you so much

@@ryu447are you ok he said one of not the highest learn to read you dork

350,000 plus and counting.

I have toured two military cemeteries in the States, including Arlington. My dad, all 5 uncles and several cousins have served in the United States military. Two have died in combat, leaving behind wives and children. Our military, past and present, deserve our respect and gratitude.

Recently found out there were 8,000 allied causalities on the first day of D-Day. I'm still stunned. Videos show soldiers taking 1 or 2 steps off the landing boats, then being killed.

@@veramae4098 Your figures are off alot. Might try researching that a bit more. 29K on one day alone.

That's where many of us in the Pentagon on 9/11 had to run because we were injured! Some died there on 9/11, too.😢

@kellyward7090 Yes... It makes me proud to be an American, too. God Bless America 🇺🇸

Other countries followed our lead on a tomb for the unknowns

It took a moment to take in that I was standing next to Thurgood Marshall.

We have been to The Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier & we want to go back again. U WILL have goosebumps all over U the whole time U are standing there ❤😪🙏🤲 God bless our Military past & present🕊🙌🙌🙌✝️😇

Visiting this Sacred Ground was an incredibly emotional honor for me. Just remembering it now has me crying.

I'm Canadian and will probably never get to see it in person, but from the time I first learned of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in high school social studies class many decades ago, I have felt like it must be the most sacred place on earth. The reverence, respect and honor that is accorded to the Tomb by the Honor Guard is a ceremony I will never ever forget. The man who lies inside should remind us every single hour of our lives what it is to love your country and its freedoms - those things we would never have if it wasn't for the sacrifices made by countless people.

@@2ndhandSue It is worth every effort to go. Arlington is hallowed ground.

And European too. (I'm a Brit)

Kind Sir. May I ask a question? Is the unknown solider buried identifiable ? Or has bed

To be honest, I’m not surprised. It’s a sacred honor to guard that tomb and they take that duty EXTREMELY seriously. I hope to witness the changing of the guard in person someday. It’s humbling even on video, but I can only imagine the emotions seeing it in person.

@@thebackroomstockboy7336 thank you for the response. Yes, this is sacred ground also for the many who have given their all for the USA.

I was living just south of Richmond back then, I remember that, too.

​@@edschmid123 I was devastated during Hurricane Isabel, didn't have power for 12 days, lost my home and took 2 years to replace. Address 3180 Horse Road, Hayes, VA 23072 (Gloucester County) - was a trailer home and build a bomb shelter, REALLY. Check it out.

There is an unknown from WW I, WW II, Korea, and finally they approved an unknown from the Vietnam War... *Known only to God*

And all those on foreign soils.

Amen!!❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

Pretty sure they never ordered anyone to do so, they choose and ask if they would like the honor of guarding the tomb... And you have to be absolutely perfect because the tiniest smudge of dirt on your rifle or the crease in your pants isnt perfectly symmetrical, you'd lose the position

@@WBTB_MySadShrubs exactly! It’s an honor to guard the tomb not a duty that was ordered

Yes it is.

Respect to all military allies who fight for freedom. I am praying that we don't have to lose any more of our men and women and I pray you never have that experience. God bless you and your family and all of us.🙏🙏🇺🇲🇨🇦

Another Canadian here. I thank anyone who serves because, for the most part, they have seen some gut wrenching things that some of us cannot comprehend. They all deserve respect and recognition!

While in US NAVY, I served with a woman Marine who was Canadian! She was an outstanding Marine and a beautiful soul. I will always remember you Chris L. ❤🇨🇦 ❤

I appreciate their service and sacrifice 🙏

Yes! Humbled! More of what this generation needs!

Yes, you're (of course) correct about that. Also, I don't know if a lot of our Citizenry realizes this. There are other military positions, that require constantly positioned guards, on duty. Yet, with some of the specific, most extreme weather conditions - they will, either remove those service members, or move them indoors. However, with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, those Honor Guards, there, won't EVER yield their responsibility - EVER, regardless of any & all circumstances... not only the absolutely horrid weather conditions, but including things such as the morning of Sept. 11th, 2001.

Amen... God Bless America 🇺🇸

​@@BD-11B_OIF-1There have been a few times where permission has been granted to yield their responsibility due to extremely dangerous conditions and the guards have refused to do so.

And they apply to be able to have the position.

Utmost respect for the men giving they're respect for the "unknown" soldiers who deserve that respect. That my friends is HONOR!!!!

@dehavensolimonchaffins8653 Absolutely, your service and sacrifice are greatly appreciated... God Bless America 🇺🇸

That's so cool you could trace your history back and know that about your 9th great grandfather. Thank you for your service.

Thank you for sharing your family’s love and patriotism, especially with your special little girl who’s eleventh great grandfather served for our freedom❤

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. THE LORD RICHLY BLESS YOU SWEETIE.

RIP

You should put all the information together and take it to a Veterans adm inistration in your nearby town to be recorded.

I know what you mean. But the fact that he has found peace in this soil and his awards tell a story in themselves. Keep him in good mind.

The initial story of how a service member fell is told most often by his or her comrades who saw it happen. They carry that experience for the rest of their lives. Sadly some fall and others don't see it or die beside them. It is most appropriate to share their story in a most respectful manner. They should never be forgotten.

You say that the story of your Uncle (May he rest in perfect peace) is lost because he never spoke about his service but if the US Military is anything like ours, here in the UK, there may very well be a Regimental Historian who will have access to the archives and records of your Uncle’s citations for the Medals he was awarded. By approaching the Historical Records of his Regiment, if you know it, you will most probably be able to piece together the wider story of what was happening at the time of his actions that caused him to be so highly awarded. I hope I’ve not been too long winded with my comment, which I truly hope is of use to you and more importantly, I sincerely hope that you are able to find out what the Military has got recorded about your Uncle and then you can pass that knowledge, information and his story on to the other members of your family and, most importantly, the next generation of your family will have a solid link to the history of your Uncle and the big part he must have played in the history of the USA. 🇺🇸 God bless you, Sir and God bless your family and especially your late Uncle. Bye for now from across the pond 🇬🇧🙂👍🏼

Rest In Peace to your comrades, my cousin visits the Heston Cemetary near Boston every weekend for his friends he lost in double TOD

I’m so sorry for the loss of your friends. God bless. (Charlie, Army MP veteran)

Thank you for your service.

It’s amazing. Right near the Tomb of The Unknowns, is a vast field of Unknowns. They are the Uncelebrated Unknowns. I often walk through there so they don’t feel left out.

@@garyowen9044 there obviously shouldn't be a single uncelebrated unknown so, I'm glad to know someone is spending time there. 😌

Ty 4 his Service. Semper Fi

Iv not had the privilege of seeing such a historical place. I shall seek out your father’s resting place. My very first time there. A promise to you.

Reminds me of that phrase..."freedom isn't free."

Well said Eddie! I'm very proud of the 3rd Infantry Regiment, and the professional job they do!! From a USAF Warthog pilot...HOOAH

Amen

It's not unique at all as it was copied directly from the UKs Tomb Of The Uknown Warrior which was interned the year before. No less significant but not unique.

Semper Fi

​@@goodshipkaraboudjanTry again. There were examples of tombs like this before the one in the U.K. There was one created in France at the same time as the U.K. The presentation of the one in Arlington is unique. Nobody asked for your input btw. The fool actually said "copied" like it's a competition. 🤦‍♂️

You have so much to be proud of and your ‘thank you’ shows it! God bless you and your family❣️🇺🇸🙏🏻

Amen 🙏

Amen!

Yes, Vietnam Unknown was identified and removed in 1998.

Hooah

Texas USA 🇺🇸 Thank you so much for your service. To be a soldier of any kind no matter what the rank is or if a soldier is in a war or not. The thing is you served your country proud. That in itself is an honor. If a war was to start up either here or over seas anyone in the service would be involved & would go to battle to protect us. That’s not ordinary. It’s amazing. 😊Thanks again. 05-25-2024

There is no such thing as an ordinary soldier. Thank you for your service,Sir! 🇺🇸

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