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Edward A Goodnite
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
MajorTomb Dates
Feb 1985 - Jun 1986Military Dates
May 1984 - Feb 2010Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
NCCurrent City / State
Biloxi, MSSupport the Society
The Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (SHGTUS) is able to provide our programs, events, assistance, scholarships, and services due to the generosity of its members, organizations, and individuals. SHGTUS does not receive institutional funding. Note: The Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a 501(c)(3) organization, so your contributions may be fully tax deductible.
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How often are the Guards changed?
The Guard is changed every thirty minutes during the summer (April 1 to Sep 30) and every hour during the winter (Oct 1 to Mar 31). During the hours the cemetery is closed, the guard is changed every 2 hours. The Tomb is guarded, and has been guarded, every minute of every day since 1937.