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Jake J Eckhart
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
CorporalTomb Dates
Aug 1994 - Apr 1997Military Dates
May 1993 - May 2001Society Membership
Founding FatherHome City / State
Bristol, WICurrent City / State
Bristol, WITomb Reflections
The best time in my life. Met some of the best friends I've ever had.Units & Campaigns
3rd Inf Reg C Company3rd Inf Reg E Company
2nd Battalion 127th Inf A Company
Awards & Decorations
Parachute BadgeAir Assault Badge
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
Army Service Ribbon
National Defense Ribbon
AAM-1,2,3
ARCM-1,2
Wain Wright Medal-2
Army Lapel Button
Good Conduct Medal-2
Rifle M16 Expert
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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 in a blizzard or a bad thunderstorm?
YES, but the accomplishment of the mission and welfare of the Soldier are never put at risk. The Tomb Guards have contingencies that are ready to be executed if the weather conditions ever place the Soldiers at risk of injury or death (i.e. lightning, high winds, etc). This ensures that Sentinels can continue the mission while ensuring safety. It is the responsibility of the Chain of Command from the Sergeant of the Guard to the Regimental Commander to ensure mission accomplishment and soldier welfare at all times.
It was erroneously reported that during Hurricane Isabel, the Sentinels were ordered to abandon their posts for shelter and that they refused. No such order was ever given. All proper precautions were taken to ensure the safety of the Sentinels while accomplishing their mission. Risk assessments are constantly conducted by the Chain of Command during changing conditions to ensure that soldier welfare is maintained during mission accomplishment.
