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Austin Manes
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
3rdTomb Dates
Apr 2000 - Jun 2002Military Dates
Aug 1998 - Aug 2002Society Membership
Lifetime MemberCurrent City / State
San Francisco, 0Contact Information
Units & Campaigns
B/1-3RD INFANTRY REGIMENT (TOG)H/1-3RD INFANTRY REGIMENT (TOG)
Awards & Decorations
Army Commendation MedalArmy Achievement Medal (2nd Award)
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
Expert Infantryman Badge
Parachutist Badge
Certificate of Achievement, 10th Mountain Division, Honor Graduate, Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
Certificate of Achievement, The Old Guard, Physical Fitness Excellence Award (3rd Award)
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.
