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Ryan Richardson
Tomb Position
Assistant Relief Commander, Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
SergeantTomb Dates
Oct 2002 - Dec 2004Military Dates
Sep 2000 - Dec 2004Society Membership
Lifetime MemberCurrent City / State
San Antonio, TXUnits & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Army Achievement MedalNational Defense Service Medal
Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
Army Service Ribbon
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
Parachutist Badge
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Did you know?
How long does the Sentinel hesitate after the facing movement to begin the return walk? Is the rifle carried on the same shoulder all the time?
The Sentinel does not execute an about face, rather they stop on the 21st step, then turn and face the Tomb for 21 seconds. They then turn to face back down the mat, change the weapon to the outside shoulder, mentally count off 21 seconds, then step off for another 21 step walk down the mat. They face the Tomb at each end of the 21 step walk for 21 seconds. The Sentinel then repeats this over and over until the the Guard Change ceremony begins.