Edmond Gittens, Jr.

Tomb Position

Sergeant of the Guard

Tomb Relief

Highest Military Rank

MSG

Tomb Dates

Sep 1989 - May 1991

Military Dates

Oct 1976 - May 1997

Society Membership

Lifetime Member

Home City / State

Hyattsville, MD

Current City / State

Port St Lucie, MD

Tomb Reflections

I will always credit my duty assignment as Sergeant Of the Guard, Tomb of the Unknowns and also the Color Guard Sergeant, Continental Color Guard with contributing immensely to the manner in which I’ve conducted myself as a soldier and as a civilian. Being a member of The Old Guard, 3d Inf. Regiment made me a better person, father and mentor to others. I was able to be in the presence of the Queen of England, President Bush, VP Dan Quayle and numerous other dignataries and heads of states. In my heart I’ll always be a Tomb Guard. Line 6 is always in effect!!!

Units & Campaigns

3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Awards & Decorations

Meritorious Service Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Expert Infantry Badge
Air Assault Badge
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
US Army Recruiter Badge (Gold)
Expert Marksmanship (Rifle)

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