The Tomb Guard

Thomas J Barnett

Tomb Position

Sentinel

Tomb Relief

1st

Highest Military Rank

Corporal

Tomb Dates

Apr 1953 - Sep 1954

Military Dates

Sep 1952 - Sep 1954

Society Membership

Lifetime Member

Home City / State

Philadelphia, PA

Current City / State

Doylestown, PA

Memories & Condolences

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Units & Campaigns

3rd Infantry Fort Myer Va

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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.