0544
Chris J Moore
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
Chief Warrant Officer 3Tomb Dates
Dec 2004 - Jun 2007Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Henderson, NVCurrent City / State
Enterprise, ALUnits & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Air MedalArmy Commendation Medal (w/4 bronze OLC)
Army Achievement Medal (w3 bronze OLC)
Army Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal (w/1 BSS)
Iraq Campaign Medal (w/2 BSS)
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
NCO Professional Development Ribbon
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
NATO Medal
Combat Infantryman Badge
Aviator Badge
Air Assault Badge
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
German Troop Proficiency Badge (Gold)
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?
Has anyone ever tried to get past the Tomb guards, or attempted to deface the Tomb?
Yes, that is the reason why we now guard the Tomb. Back in the early 1920's, we didn't have guards and the Tomb looked much different. It was flat at ground level without the 70 ton marble 'cap'. People often came to the cemetery in those days and a few actually used the Tomb as a picnic area, likely because of the view. Soon after in 1925, they posted a civilian guard. In 1926, a US Army soldier was posted during cemetery hours. On July 1, 1937 guard duty was expanded to the 24 hour watch. Since then, the ceremony has evolved throughout the years to what you see today. Today, most of the challenges faced by the Sentinels are tourists who are speaking too loudly or attempting to get a better picture (by entering the post).
