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Erik McGuire
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
3rdHighest Military Rank
Master SergeantTomb Dates
Feb 2012 - May 2014Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Bessemer, ALCurrent City / State
Tampa, FLUnits & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
National Defense Service MedalArmy Service Ribbon
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
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Did you know?
There is a small green shack next to the Tomb. What is it for?
'The Box' (as it is affectionately known) is used primarily during wreath laying ceremonies for the Sentinel to retreat to while flowers and Taps are being presented. There also is a phone with a direct line downstairs to the Tomb Guard Quarters. This is used in times of emergencies or just to notify the next shift of something.