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Gregory Lee Hooper
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
Specialist E4Tomb Dates
Dec 1989 - Jun 1991Military Dates
Jul 1987 - Jul 1991Society Membership
MemberHome City / State
Preston, MOCurrent City / State
Oak Point, TXAwards & Decorations
TGIB, Army Commendation medal, Army Achievement medal x2, Good Conduct medal, National Defense medal, Air assault schoolSupport the Society
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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.
