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James Tate
Tomb Position
Assistant Sergeant of the Guard, Commander of the ReliefTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
SFCTomb Dates
Mar 1983 - Mar 1985Military Dates
Jun 1979 - Jul 2000Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Mt. Juliet, TNCurrent City / State
Columbus, GAAwards & Decorations
Air Borne, Air Assault, Pathfinder, Drill Sergeant,Support the Society
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Did you know?
There is a small green shack next to the Tomb. What is it for?
'The Box' (as it is affectionately known) is used primarily during wreath laying ceremonies for the Sentinel to retreat to while flowers and Taps are being presented. There also is a phone with a direct line downstairs to the Tomb Guard Quarters. This is used in times of emergencies or just to notify the next shift of something.