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John P Loehlein
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
1stTomb Dates
Oct 1971 - Mar 1973Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
De Pere, WICurrent City / State
Town of Wrightstown, WITomb Reflections
Christmas 1971.Being the newest Sentinel at that time, I was selected to present a Wreath at the
Tomb of the Unknowns on my First Christmas Day at the Tomb. All present Tomb Guards participated in this ceremony. I was proud to be a part of this event honoring the Unknowns, and all who served.
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What is it like to guard in bad weather?
The Sentinels at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are completely dedicated to their duty of guarding the Tomb. In fact, line eight of our Sentinel's Creed refers to the "discomfort of the elements". Because of their dedication, the weather does not bother them. In fact, it is considered an honor to walk the mat during inclement weather. It gets cold, it gets hot and the mission continues as it has unbroken since 1937.
