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Brian Gougler
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Sentinel, Sergeant of the GuardTomb Relief
hqHighest Military Rank
Master SergeantTomb Dates
Aug 2011 - May 2013Military Dates
Apr 2009 - Oct 2025Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Midlothian, TXCurrent City / State
Alexandria, VATomb Reflections
Sentinel 2011-2013Sergeant of the Guard 2022-2023
Units & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) 2011-2013, 2021-2025101st Airborne (2009-2011)
Military District of Washington (2013-2015)
3RD Infantry Division (2015-2017)
Fort Stewart NCO Academy (2017-2019)
4th Security Forces Assistance Brigade (2019-2021)
Awards & Decorations
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge (TGIB)Combat Infantry Badge
Expert Infantry Badge
Marksmanship Qualification Badge-Expert
Army Instructor Basic
Meritorious Service Medal
Army Commendation Medal (9th Award)
Army Achievement Medal (4th Award)
Army Good Conduct Medal (4th award)
National Defense Service Medal
NATO Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/ Campaign Star
Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (4th award)
Overseas Service Ribbon
Army Service Ribbon
Meritorious Unit Commendation
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Did you know?
Why are the Sentinel's gloves wet?
Gloves are moistened to improve the grip on the rifle.





