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Richard A Azzaro
Tomb Position
Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
SpecialistTomb Dates
Mar 1963 - Apr 1965Military Dates
Mar 1963 - Apr 1965Society Membership
FounderHome City / State
Yonkers, NYCurrent City / State
Ellicott City, MDUnits & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Army Good Conduct MedalNational Defense Service Medal
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
Expert Rifleman Badge
Order of Saint Maurice
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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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How often are the Guards changed?
The Guard is changed every thirty minutes during the summer (April 1 to Sep 30) and every hour during the winter (Oct 1 to Mar 31). During the hours the cemetery is closed, the guard is changed every 2 hours. The Tomb is guarded, and has been guarded, every minute of every day since 1937.
