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Gale L Garriott
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
3rdHighest Military Rank
Sergeant E-5Tomb Dates
- Dec 1972Society Membership
MemberHome City / State
Scottsdale, AZCurrent City / State
Phoenix, AZTomb Reflections
For a variety of reasons, one of the very best experiences of my life that has greatly influenced who I am today.Awards & Decorations
Voted Outstanding Trainee by the Drill Sergeants of my Basic Training company at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.Support the Society
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Did you know?
How many steps does the Sentinel take during their 'walk' by the Tomb of the Unknowns and why?
Twenty-one steps. It alludes to the twenty-one gun salute, which is the highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary.
