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Justin Bickett
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
SSGTomb Dates
Apr 2004 - Jun 2007Military Dates
Nov 2003 - Aug 2009Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Louisville, KY, KYCurrent City / State
Louisville, KYTomb Reflections
I will never forget the veterans that I met while serving at the tomb who had fought for our country at different times in our nations history. Although I was introduced, and even gave tours of the quarters to 4-stars and other high ranking officials, those memories pale in comparison to the memories of the vets that I had the privilege of shaking their hands and thanking them for their service.Units & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Army Commendation Medal (w/1 OLC)Army Achievement Medal (w2/OLC)
Army Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Air Assault Badge
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
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Did you know?
How often are the Guards changed?
The Guard is changed every thirty minutes during the summer (April 1 to Sep 30) and every hour during the winter (Oct 1 to Mar 31). During the hours the cemetery is closed, the guard is changed every 2 hours. The Tomb is guarded, and has been guarded, every minute of every day since 1937.
