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Phillip B. Wells
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
1stHighest Military Rank
Chief Warrant Officer 2Tomb Dates
Jan 1972 - Apr 1973Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Birmingham, ALCurrent City / State
Montgomery, ALUnits & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Army Commendation MedalArmy Achievement Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Humanitarian Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
Parachutist Badge
Expert Infantryman Badge
Tomb Guard Identification Badge
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Did you know?
How does the guard rotation work? Is it an 8 hour shift?
Currently, the Tomb Guards work on a three Relief (team) rotation - 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 96 hours off. However, over the years it has been different. The time off isn't exactly free time. It takes the average Sentinel 8 hours to prep their uniform for the next work day. Additionally, they have Physical Training, Tomb Guard training, and haircuts to complete before the next work day.