John F. Curtis Jr.
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
Tomb Dates
Sep 1958 - Aug 1959Society Membership
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John was retroactively awarded his Tomb Guard Identification Badge on Feb. 11, 2015 by Old Guard Regimental Commander Col. Johnny Davis in a unique ceremony attended by close friends and family. He passed away just three days after the Badge ceremony age 77. After his time in the Army, John became a successful architect. He is survived by his wife, Dolores and sister, Carol Curtis.Memories & Condolences
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3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
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Did you know?
How long does the Sentinel hesitate after the facing movement to begin the return walk? Is the rifle carried on the same shoulder all the time?
The Sentinel does not execute an about face, rather they stop on the 21st step, then turn and face the Tomb for 21 seconds. They then turn to face back down the mat, change the weapon to the outside shoulder, mentally count off 21 seconds, then step off for another 21 step walk down the mat. They face the Tomb at each end of the 21 step walk for 21 seconds. The Sentinel then repeats this over and over until the the Guard Change ceremony begins.
