George Burgess Haupt
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
CorporalTomb Dates
Dec 1954 - Sep 1955Military Dates
Sep 1953 - Sep 1955Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Montclair, NJCurrent City / State
Crystal Lake, NJTomb Reflections
As a former Tomb Guard I have had the honor to be asked by VFW posts, schools, DAR and SAR groups, and many others to talk about ANC and the unknowns. It has come to my attention as to how many people out there are ignorant about both. It has been an honor to educate them. Many things have changed over the years since my service there (1954-55), but I guarantee there has not been change in my commitment to honor the Unknowns.Units & Campaigns
Basic and Advanced Infantry training- Ft. Dix3 Inf.-G Company- Ft. McNair
3 Inf.-A Company Ft. Myer- Army Drill Team, Funeral Details, Tomb Guard
Awards & Decorations
Tombguard Identification BadgeGood Conduct Medal
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Did you know?
How long does the Sentinel hesitate after the facing movement to begin the return walk? Is the rifle carried on the same shoulder all the time?
The Sentinel does not execute an about face, rather they stop on the 21st step, then turn and face the Tomb for 21 seconds. They then turn to face back down the mat, change the weapon to the outside shoulder, mentally count off 21 seconds, then step off for another 21 step walk down the mat. They face the Tomb at each end of the 21 step walk for 21 seconds. The Sentinel then repeats this over and over until the the Guard Change ceremony begins.
