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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
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Did you know?
How many steps does the Sentinel take during their 'walk' by the Tomb of the Unknowns and why?
Twenty-one steps. It alludes to the twenty-one gun salute, which is the highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary.
