
Frank L. Sklenar
Tomb Position
Sergeant of the GuardTomb Relief
hqHighest Military Rank
CorporalTomb Dates
Jan 1947 - Dec 1949Obituary
CPL Sklenar went to work for various New York City government agencies, and after 18 years as a painter he switched careers and worked as a stage carpenter at the Metropolitan Opera House in NYC, building sets and performing cue dress in costume on stage. While there he worked on many different types: flying, unit, wagon cues and clearing scenery fly outs. Frank retired in 1992, after 20 years as an acting stage (right) manager.
After retiring, he began to enjoy sailing, reading and competition shooting.
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Units & Campaigns
Transportation Company, Fort BelvoirCeremonial Company, Military District of Washington
Awards & Decorations
World War II Victory MedalSupport the Society
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How often are the Guards changed?
The Guard is changed every thirty minutes during the summer (April 1 to Sep 30) and every hour during the winter (Oct 1 to Mar 31). During the hours the cemetery is closed, the guard is changed every 2 hours. The Tomb is guarded, and has been guarded, every minute of every day since 1937.