Robert L Jewell

Tomb Position

Sentinel

Tomb Relief

2nd

Highest Military Rank

Sergeant E5

Tomb Dates

Nov 1974 - Oct 1975

Military Dates

Feb 1973 - Feb 1977

Society Membership

Lifetime Member

Home City / State

Urbandale, IA

Current City / State

Tellico Village, TN

Units & Campaigns

Bravo Co - 1st Casket team
Echo Co - Tomb Guard

Awards & Decorations

National Defense Medal
Good Conduct Medal
Basic Parachutists Badge
Meritorious Service Medal
Tomb Guard Identification Badge

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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.

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