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Ruth Hanks
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the ReliefTomb Relief
3rdHighest Military Rank
CPTTomb Dates
Jun 2015 - Sep 2017Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Waco, TXCurrent City / State
VAUnits & Campaigns
OEF 2013Awards & Decorations
Bronze StarMeritorious Service Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
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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?
Do you guard all night long, even when the cemetery is closed?
The Tomb is guarded 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In fact, there has been a Sentinel on duty in front of the Tomb every minute of every day since 1937.
