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Mark A Farrar
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
LTCTomb Dates
Oct 1982 - Aug 1983Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Colesville, MDCurrent City / State
Campbellsville, KYTomb Reflections
One of the most interesting year of my life – a true honor to provide a unique service and be part of a proud tradition. An absolutely first-class way to begin an Army career. I didn't realize at the time how my TUS tour would come up again and again as a positive discriminator on future assignments.Units & Campaigns
3rd US INF (TOG)7th US INF, 3ID
303 MI BN, 504th MI BDE
3rd BDE 1st CD (Operation Iris Gold)
MBBL, Ft Knox
1st CD
102nd MI BN, 2ID
4th Cav BDE, 85th DIV
Awards & Decorations
Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal (2nd Award), Army Commendation Medal (6th Award), Army Achievement Medal (3rd Award), Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal (1 Bronze Star), Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (2nd Award), Kuwait Liberation Medal (KU), M-21 Sniper Weapon System Expert Qualification Badge, Expert Infantryman Badge, Ranger Tab, Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge.
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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.
