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Kevin Donovan
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
E-4Tomb Dates
Oct 1981 - Jul 1982Military Dates
Aug 1980 - Aug 1984Society Membership
MemberHome City / State
Somerville, NJCurrent City / State
Linden, NJTomb Reflections
Greatest time of my life. The caliber of men on my relief, and in our platoon. Wreath Bearer for the Vietnam Unknown. My "grandparents" coming down to see me, and me getting to escort them to Vietnam Valley to see their Sons headstone, which they had never seen. So many wonderful memories.Contact Information
Awards & Decorations
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal. Army Service Ribbon. NCO Development Ribbon (2)
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Did you know?
Is it true a Sentinel must commit for two years to guard the Tomb, live in a barracks under the tomb, and cannot drink any alcohol on or off duty for the rest of their lives.
No, this is a false rumor. The average tour at the Tomb is about a 18 months. However, there is NO set time for service there. Sentinels live either in a barracks on Ft. Myer (the Army post located adjacent to the cemetery) or off base if they like. They do have a living quarters under the steps of the amphitheater where they stay during their 24 hour shifts. If they are of legal age, they may drink except while on duty.
