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A Salute to America’s Heroes, Revisiting Arlington Cemetery

by Ben Philippi

On this Memorial Day, we remember all those that have served by visiting Arlington National Cemetery and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

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Tomb Sentinels of the Old Guard Continue Mission, Despite COVID-19

by Chris Eger

The dedicated Soldiers who stand round-the-clock guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery are still on their assigned post.

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The Changing of the Guard ritual ensures a well-inspected M14 (VIDEO)

by Chris Eger

The "Old Guard" of the Fort Myer, Virginia-based 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment is in charge of posting the Sentinels at the Tomb of the Unknowns, and they take it seriously.

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Trump’s first Pass in Review as Commander in Chief (VIDEO)

by Chris Eger

Last Friday, the 45th President, Donald J. Trump, took part in his first pass in review shortly after his inauguration, followed by his first military salute.

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Military gears up for Trump Inauguration

by Chris Eger

Over 6,000 service members representing all five military branches as well as the National Guard and service academies will be on hand for the Inauguration of Donald J. Trump.

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The Old Guard puts in work keeping their M14s up to snuff (PHOTOS)

by Chris Eger

The Fort Myer, Virginia-based 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment is one of the few Army units still using the M14 in large numbers, and they put sweat equity into keeping them looking good.

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It never gets too cold for the Sentinels of the Tomb (VIDEO)

by Chris Eger

Earlier this month as the DC area dropped into record low temperatures, the permanent honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier remained on post.

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