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Miguel A. Matos-Mangual
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
SFCTomb Dates
Jun 1979 - Mar 1982Military Dates
Jan 1978 - Oct 1999Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
MayaguezCurrent City / State
Killeen, TXContact Information
Awards & Decorations
Meritorious Service Medal (2 Awards)Joint Service Commendation Medal
Army Commendation Medal (4 Awards)
Army Achievement Medal (2 Awards)
Joint Meritorious Unit Award
Army Good Conduct Medal (7 Awards)
National Defense Service Medal
Noncommissioned Officer's Professional Development Ribbon with numeral 3
Overseas Service Ribbon (4 Awards)
Sharpshooter Marksmanship badge w/Rifle Bar
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
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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.
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Did you know?
Has anyone ever tried to get past the Tomb guards, or attempted to deface the Tomb?
Yes, that is the reason why we now guard the Tomb. Back in the early 1920's, we didn't have guards and the Tomb looked much different. It was flat at ground level without the 70 ton marble 'cap'. People often came to the cemetery in those days and a few actually used the Tomb as a picnic area, likely because of the view. Soon after in 1925, they posted a civilian guard. In 1926, a US Army soldier was posted during cemetery hours. On July 1, 1937 guard duty was expanded to the 24 hour watch. Since then, the ceremony has evolved throughout the years to what you see today. Today, most of the challenges faced by the Sentinels are tourists who are speaking too loudly or attempting to get a better picture (by entering the post).
