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William E. Daniel
Tomb Position
Sergeant of the GuardTomb Relief
hqHighest Military Rank
Master SergeantTomb Dates
Feb 1957 - Jun 1960Society Membership
Lifetime MemberMemories & Condolences
“ONCE A GUARD, ALWAYS A GUARD!” RIP Uncle Ed. You are missed.
My wife's great uncle...a patriot and purple heart recipient...really miss him at my house on Memorial weekend telling war stories...
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Awards & Decorations
Bronze StarArmy Commendation Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
American Campaign Medal
Europe-Africa-Middle East Campaign Medal
Prisoner of War Medal
World War II Victory Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Army Occupation Medal
Korea Service Medal
United Nations Korea Service Medal
Presidential Unit Commendation
Combat Infantryman Badge (w/1 Star)
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
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Did you know?
Is it true after two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on their lapel signifying they served as Guard of the Tomb, that there are only 600 presently worn, and that the Guard must obey these rules for the rest of their lives or give up the wreath pin?
The Tomb Guard Identification Badge (TGIB) is awarded after the Sentinel passes a series of tests. The TGIB is permanently awarded after a Sentinel has served nine months as a Sentinel at the Tomb. Over 600 have been awarded since its creation in the late 1950's (on average 10 per year). And while the TGIB can be revoked, the offense must be such that it discredits the Tomb of the Unknowns. Revocation is at the 3rd Infantry Regimental Commander’s discretion and can occur while active duty or even when the Sentinel is a civilian. The TGIB is a full size award, worn on the right pocket of the uniform jacket, not a lapel pin.