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Lonny A. LeGrand Jr.
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
SGT (P)Tomb Dates
Apr 1981 - Sep 1983Military Dates
Sep 1978 - Nov 1985Society Membership
Founding FatherHome City / State
Poplar Bluff, MOCurrent City / State
Poquoson, MOContact Information
Units & Campaigns
1st Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division (Big Red One), Fort Riley, Kansas1st Battalion, 3rd United States Infantry, The Old Guard, Fort Myer, Virginia
4th Battalion, 68th Aviation, Fort Polk, Louisiana
Awards & Decorations
Tomb Guard Identification BadgeExpert Infantryman Badge
NCO Professional Development Ribbon
Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award)
Army Achievement Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Expert Marksmanship Badge - M-14 Rifle, M-60 Machine Gun
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 does the guard rotation work? Is it an 8 hour shift?
Currently, the Tomb Guards work on a three Relief (team) rotation - 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 96 hours off. However, over the years it has been different. The time off isn't exactly free time. It takes the average Sentinel 8 hours to prep their uniform for the next work day. Additionally, they have Physical Training, Tomb Guard training, and haircuts to complete before the next work day.
