Jacob Sprosty

Tomb Position

Sentinel

Tomb Relief

Highest Military Rank

Sergeant

Tomb Dates

Sep 2020 - Oct 2022

Society Membership

Lifetime Member

Units & Campaigns

3rd United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Awards & Decorations

Army Achievement Medal
Army 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 does the guard rotation work? Is it an 8 hour shift?

Currently, the Tomb Guards work on a three Relief (team) rotation - 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 96 hours off. However, over the years it has been different. The time off isn't exactly free time. It takes the average Sentinel 8 hours to prep their uniform for the next work day. Additionally, they have Physical Training, Tomb Guard training, and haircuts to complete before the next work day.

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