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Michael E Kirby
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
Highest Military Rank
Staff SergeantTomb Dates
Feb 1983 - Mar 1983Society Membership
Lifetime MemberMemories & Condolences
Roy Queen
Jun 11, 2012
I remember SSGT. Kirby when I was in the process of enlisting in the US Army. He worked alongside with my recruiter, and I recall asking him about his tomb guard badge, and he told me of his time as a tomb guard. Michael was very proud of his service at the tomb, and he was a very good man. In fact, Michael was a good friend, and he is missed by all who knew him.
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Units & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
National Defense Service MedalArmy Service Ribbon
Tomb Guard 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.
