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Justin Zimla
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Assistant Sergeant of the Guard, Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
SSGTomb Dates
Apr 2011 - Jul 2014Military Dates
Jul 2010 - Dec 2023Society Membership
MemberHome City / State
Lebanon, MOCurrent City / State
Sterling, VAUnits & Campaigns
Able Company, 3rd Battalion, 66th Armored Regiment "Black Knights"; 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry DivisionAngel Company, 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment (Iron Rakkasans)
2nd Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment (Drill Sergeant)
TUS Platoon, 4th Battalion, 3rd Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
Awards & Decorations
Meritorious Service MedalArmy Commendation Medal (7th Award)
Army Achievement Medal (5th Award)
Army Good Conduct Medal (4th Award)
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Korean Defense Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge (595)
Drill Sergeant Identification Badge
German Troop Proficiency Badge (Gold)
Order of Saint Maurice (Legionnaire)
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?
Is it true after two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on their lapel signifying they served as Guard of the Tomb, that there are only 600 presently worn, and that the Guard must obey these rules for the rest of their lives or give up the wreath pin?
The Tomb Guard Identification Badge (TGIB) is awarded after the Sentinel passes a series of tests. The TGIB is permanently awarded after a Sentinel has served nine months as a Sentinel at the Tomb. Over 600 have been awarded since its creation in the late 1950's (on average 10 per year). And while the TGIB can be revoked, the offense must be such that it discredits the Tomb of the Unknowns. Revocation is at the 3rd Infantry Regimental Commander’s discretion and can occur while active duty or even when the Sentinel is a civilian. The TGIB is a full size award, worn on the right pocket of the uniform jacket, not a lapel pin.
