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Michael E Kirby
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
Highest Military Rank
Staff SergeantTomb Dates
Feb 1983 - Mar 1983Society Membership
Lifetime MemberMemories & Condolences
I remember SSGT. Kirby when I was in the process of enlisting in the US Army. He worked alongside with my recruiter, and I recall asking him about his tomb guard badge, and he told me of his time as a tomb guard. Michael was very proud of his service at the tomb, and he was a very good man. In fact, Michael was a good friend, and he is missed by all who knew him.
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Units & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
National Defense Service MedalArmy Service Ribbon
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
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Did you know?
What happened to the soldier that was in the Tomb from the Vietnam War?
The remains of the Vietnam Unknown Soldier were exhumed May 14, 1998. Based on mitochondrial DNA testing, DoD scientists identified the remains as those of Air Force 1st Lt. Michael Joseph Blassie, who was shot down near An Loc, Vietnam, in 1972. It has been decided that the crypt that contained the remains of the Vietnam Unknown will remain vacant. (Further Background) (News Article from the Department of Defense)