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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
Jun 1962 - Jun 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
Richard A. Azzaro Lifetime Service Award (SHGTUS)
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Did you know?
What is it like to guard in bad weather?
The Sentinels at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are completely dedicated to their duty of guarding the Tomb. In fact, line eight of our Sentinel's Creed refers to the "discomfort of the elements". Because of their dedication, the weather does not bother them. In fact, it is considered an honor to walk the mat during inclement weather. It gets cold, it gets hot and the mission continues as it has unbroken since 1937.
