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James Abernathy
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
3rdHighest Military Rank
E-5Tomb Dates
Jan 1972 - Apr 1973Military Dates
Feb 1971 - Jan 1975Society Membership
MemberHome City / State
Long Beach, CACurrent City / State
Palm Coast, FLSupport 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.
