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Shay Archer
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
SergeantTomb Dates
Jul 2021 - Sep 2023Military Dates
Aug 2020 - May 2024Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Ogallala, NECurrent City / State
Arlington, VATomb Reflections
"Line six."Contact Information
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Units & Campaigns
-3rd United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)-Joint Task Force/National Capital Region (Military District of Washington)
Awards & Decorations
National Defense Service MedalGlobal War on Terrorism Service Medal
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
Army Achievement Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge
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.
Learn More
Did you know?
Is the rifle that the Sentinel carries loaded?
Tomb Guards carry fully functional M14 rifles. Given the current climate surrounding the relatively recent tragic events in Canada (attack upon the guard at the Canadian War Memorial), we will no longer be answering questions relating to specifics regarding current security and armament at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We appreciate your understanding.
Rest assured, that the US Army has the post secured as it has been since we started guard duty at the shrine in 1926.
