Richard Carlson

Tomb Position

Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the Relief, Sentinel

Tomb Relief

1st

Highest Military Rank

SP4

Tomb Dates

Aug 1971 - Aug 1974

Military Dates

Aug 1971 - Aug 1974

Society Membership

Member

Home City / State

Norway, MI

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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.

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