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Dann G. Druen
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
3rdHighest Military Rank
SergeantTomb Dates
Jan 1997 - Oct 1999Military Dates
- Oct 1999Society Membership
Founding FatherHome City / State
Shelbyville, KYCurrent City / State
Tampa, FLTomb Reflections
There are too many memorable moments to record on this page, but I will mention a ritual I developed while guarding the Tomb in the middle of the night. I would stand near the Unknowns while facing our nation’s capitol and share my most intimate thoughts and prayers with the Unknowns; a very humbling, spiritual and motivating experience.Contact Information
Units & Campaigns
Basic Training and Advanced Infantry, Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 54th Infantry, Ft Benning, GeorgiaGuidon, Colors Team, and Marching Element, Bravo Company (Battlehard), 3rd Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), Ft Myer, Virginia
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Hotel Company and Echo Company (Honor Guard), 3rd Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), Ft Myer, Virginia
Awards & Decorations
Army Commendation MedalArmy Achievement Medal (3rd Award)
National Defense Service Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
Army Service Ribbon
NCO Professional Development Ribbon
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
Expert Infantryman Badge
Certificate of Participation, Armed Forces Inaugural Committee, Joint Services Operations, Inauguration of William Jefferson Clinton, President of the United States
Air Assault Badge
Certificate of Achievement, The Old Guard, Physical Fitness Excellence (3rd Award).
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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?
What is it like to guard in bad weather?
The Sentinels at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are completely dedicated to their duty of guarding the Tomb. In fact, line eight of our Sentinel's Creed refers to the "discomfort of the elements". Because of their dedication, the weather does not bother them. In fact, it is considered an honor to walk the mat during inclement weather. It gets cold, it gets hot and the mission continues as it has unbroken since 1937.
