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William E. Daniel
Tomb Position
Sergeant of the GuardTomb Relief
hqHighest Military Rank
Master SergeantTomb Dates
Feb 1957 - Jun 1960Society Membership
Lifetime MemberMemories & Condolences
“ONCE A GUARD, ALWAYS A GUARD!” RIP Uncle Ed. You are missed.
My wife's great uncle...a patriot and purple heart recipient...really miss him at my house on Memorial weekend telling war stories...
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Awards & Decorations
Bronze StarArmy Commendation Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
American Campaign Medal
Europe-Africa-Middle East Campaign Medal
Prisoner of War Medal
World War II Victory Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Army Occupation Medal
Korea Service Medal
United Nations Korea Service Medal
Presidential Unit Commendation
Combat Infantryman Badge (w/1 Star)
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
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Did you know?
How does the guard rotation work? Is it an 8 hour shift?
Currently, the Tomb Guards work on a three Relief (team) rotation - 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 96 hours off. However, over the years it has been different. The time off isn't exactly free time. It takes the average Sentinel 8 hours to prep their uniform for the next work day. Additionally, they have Physical Training, Tomb Guard training, and haircuts to complete before the next work day.
