John F. Curtis Jr.
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
Tomb Dates
Sep 1958 - Aug 1959Society Membership
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John was retroactively awarded his Tomb Guard Identification Badge on Feb. 11, 2015 by Old Guard Regimental Commander Col. Johnny Davis in a unique ceremony attended by close friends and family. He passed away just three days after the Badge ceremony age 77. After his time in the Army, John became a successful architect. He is survived by his wife, Dolores and sister, Carol Curtis.Memories & Condolences
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3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Tomb Guard Identification Badge (No Number Issued)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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Is the rifle that the Sentinel carries loaded?
Tomb Guards carry fully functional M14 rifles. Given the current climate surrounding the relatively recent tragic events in Canada (attack upon the guard at the Canadian War Memorial), we will no longer be answering questions relating to specifics regarding current security and armament at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We appreciate your understanding.
Rest assured, that the US Army has the post secured as it has been since we started guard duty at the shrine in 1926.
