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John Van Kan
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
1stTomb Dates
Oct 1984 - Apr 1987Military Dates
Jun 1983 - May 2008Society Membership
Lifetime MemberCurrent City / State
Columbus, OHSupport 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.
