The Tomb Guard

Albert Elmer Leis, Sr.

Tomb Position

Sentinel

Tomb Relief

Highest Military Rank

Private First Class

Tomb Dates

Mar 1931 - Jun 1931

Military Dates

May 1930 - May 1933

Society Membership

Member

Outside Tributes

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Memories & Condolences

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Units & Campaigns

Company F, 13th Engineer Company

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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.