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Eddie C Deyampert
Tomb Position
Sergeant of the GuardTomb Relief
hqHighest Military Rank
Command Sergeant MajorTomb Dates
Sep 1976 - Jun 1979Military Dates
Nov 1963 - Dec 1993Society Membership
MemberHome City / State
Selma, AlabamaCurrent City / State
Springfield, VirginiaUnits & Campaigns
3rd Infantry Regiment, 4th Battalion, 2 tours1st Battalion 21st Infantry
1st Battalion 17th Infantry Regiment, Korea
1st Battalion 87th Infantry, 10th Mountain Division
2nd Battalion, 2nd Infantry, Fort Devens, MA
5th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment, Fort Hood, TX
54th MP Company, Fort Ord, CA
Awards & Decorations
Tomb Guard Identification BadgeArmy Service Ribbon
National Defense Service Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Army Meritorious Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
NCO Professional Development Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
Combat Infantry Badge
Expert Marksman Badge
Bronze Star with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters
Legion of Merit
Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry
Vietnam Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign
AFEM Korea
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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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Did you know?
Is it true after two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on their lapel signifying they served as Guard of the Tomb, that there are only 600 presently worn, and that the Guard must obey these rules for the rest of their lives or give up the wreath pin?
The Tomb Guard Identification Badge (TGIB) is awarded after the Sentinel passes a series of tests. The TGIB is permanently awarded after a Sentinel has served nine months as a Sentinel at the Tomb. Over 600 have been awarded since its creation in the late 1950's (on average 10 per year). And while the TGIB can be revoked, the offense must be such that it discredits the Tomb of the Unknowns. Revocation is at the 3rd Infantry Regimental Commander’s discretion and can occur while active duty or even when the Sentinel is a civilian. The TGIB is a full size award, worn on the right pocket of the uniform jacket, not a lapel pin.
