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Jacob Sprosty
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
Highest Military Rank
SergeantTomb Dates
Sep 2020 - Oct 2022Society Membership
Lifetime MemberUnits & Campaigns
3rd United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Army Achievement MedalArmy Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
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Did you know?
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.