0225
Joey L Spangler
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
3rdHighest Military Rank
SergeantTomb Dates
Sep 1979 - Apr 1981Military Dates
Jan 1977 - Apr 1987Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Wheaton, MDCurrent City / State
Frederick, MDUnits & Campaigns
2nd (Casket) Platoon, Company C, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), Fort Myer, Arlington, VirginiaTomb of the Unknown Soldier, Company E (Honor Guard), 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), Fort Myer, Arlington, Virginia
VII Corps, ADP Service Center, DPI M111, Stuttgart, Germany
Data Processing Directorate, U.S. Army Management Systems Support Agency, Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia
Awards & Decorations
Army Commendation Medal (2nd Award)Army Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award)
Army NCO Professional Development Ribbon w/ Numeral "2"
Army Service Ribbon
Army Overseas Service Ribbon
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
Expert Infantryman Badge
Support the Society
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.
Learn More
Did you know?
How long does the Sentinel hesitate after the facing movement to begin the return walk? Is the rifle carried on the same shoulder all the time?
The Sentinel does not execute an about face, rather they stop on the 21st step, then turn and face the Tomb for 21 seconds. They then turn to face back down the mat, change the weapon to the outside shoulder, mentally count off 21 seconds, then step off for another 21 step walk down the mat. They face the Tomb at each end of the 21 step walk for 21 seconds. The Sentinel then repeats this over and over until the the Guard Change ceremony begins.
