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Frederick B. Denning
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
MajorTomb Dates
May 1997 - Aug 1999Military Dates
May 1996 - May 2025Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Wilmington, NCCurrent City / State
Blythewood, NCTomb Reflections
1) It was an honor to be on guard during the disinterment of the Vietnam Unknown.2) Friendships: Kevin, Gavin, Cory, Vincent, Brian, Leslie, Tony, etc.
3) First Chaplain of the Society
4) Returned as Chaplain for TUS (4th BN) from 2011-2013
Units & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)82nd Airborne Division
OEF X
Awards & Decorations
Bronze StarMeritorious Service Medal (2)
Army Commendation Medal (2)
Army Achievement Medal (3)
National Defense Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal (Campaign Star)
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
NATO Medal
Valorous Unit Award
Army Superior Unit Award
Combat Action Badge
Parachutist Badge
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
Netherlands Parachutist Badge
German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency (Gold)
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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Did you know?
What is it like to guard in bad weather?
The Sentinels at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are completely dedicated to their duty of guarding the Tomb. In fact, line eight of our Sentinel's Creed refers to the "discomfort of the elements". Because of their dedication, the weather does not bother them. In fact, it is considered an honor to walk the mat during inclement weather. It gets cold, it gets hot and the mission continues as it has unbroken since 1937.
