Anthony J. Vernali
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
2ndTomb Dates
Sep 1954 - Apr 1955Military Dates
Apr 1953 - Apr 1955Society Membership
Founding FatherHome City / State
Norfolk, CTCurrent City / State
Manchester, CTTomb Reflections
Wreath bearer for British ambassador on Veterans Day 1954.Units & Campaigns
147th Infantry Reg Fort Dix New JerseyAwards & Decorations
Good conduct medalSupport the Society
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How many times will a Sentinel be on duty during the shift?
Each Relief has a 24 hour rotational work day. Ideally, four qualified Sentinels, one Relief Commander (RC), one Assistant Relief Commander (ARC), and several Sentinels in training comprise the Relief. The daily walk schedule is made by the RC or ARC and is dependent on the number of Sentinels who are proficient enough to guard the Tomb in front of the public. Generally, the Sentinel will do several walks back to back and then be done for the day. However, in extreme cases, Sentinels have been known to go back-to-back (every other walk) for the entire shift.
