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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 (First Oak Leaf Cluster)Army Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award)
Army NCO Professional Development Ribbon (Numeral 2)
Army Service Ribbon
Army Overseas Service Ribbon
Expert Infantryman Badge
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification 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?
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.