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Frederick B. Denning
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
MajorTomb Dates
May 1997 - Aug 1999Military Dates
May 1996 - May 2025Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Wilmington, NCCurrent City / State
Blythewood, NCTomb Reflections
1) It was an honor to be on guard during the disinterment of the Vietnam Unknown.2) Friendships: Kevin, Gavin, Cory, Vincent, Brian, Leslie, Tony, etc.
3) First Chaplain of the Society
4) Returned as Chaplain for TUS (4th BN) from 2011-2013
Units & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)82nd Airborne Division
OEF X
Awards & Decorations
Bronze StarMeritorious Service Medal (2)
Army Commendation Medal (2)
Army Achievement Medal (3)
National Defense Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal (Campaign Star)
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
NATO Medal
Valorous Unit Award
Army Superior Unit Award
Combat Action Badge
Parachutist Badge
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
Netherlands Parachutist Badge
German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency (Gold)
Support the Society
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?
Is it true after two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on their lapel signifying they served as Guard of the Tomb, that there are only 600 presently worn, and that the Guard must obey these rules for the rest of their lives or give up the wreath pin?
The Tomb Guard Identification Badge (TGIB) is awarded after the Sentinel passes a series of tests. The TGIB is permanently awarded after a Sentinel has served nine months as a Sentinel at the Tomb. Over 600 have been awarded since its creation in the late 1950's (on average 10 per year). And while the TGIB can be revoked, the offense must be such that it discredits the Tomb of the Unknowns. Revocation is at the 3rd Infantry Regimental Commander’s discretion and can occur while active duty or even when the Sentinel is a civilian. The TGIB is a full size award, worn on the right pocket of the uniform jacket, not a lapel pin.