The Tomb Guard

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William Herbert (Chris) Smith

Tomb Position

Commander of the Relief, Sentinel

Tomb Relief

2nd

Highest Military Rank

Sgt., E-5

Tomb Dates

Mar 1968 - Apr 1969

Military Dates

Apr 1967 - Apr 1969

Society Membership

Lifetime Member

Home City / State

Conyers, GA

Current City / State

Conyers, GA

Contact Information

Spotlight

Units & Campaigns

Basic training, Harmony Church, Ft. Benning, GA. Apr-June 1967.
AIT, C-3-3, Ft. Lewis, WA. June-Sept 1967.
Honor Guard, Company E, Ft. Myer, VA, Sept 1967-Apr 1969.

Awards & Decorations

Leadership Prep certificate
National Defense Medal
Good Conduct Medal
Tomb Guard Badge

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What is the process to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

Wreath laying ceremonies are conducted thousands of times each year by many organizations. If you are going soon, there is likely no availability for conducting this ceremony as the slots fill up at least six months in advance. Please visit arlingtoncemetery.mil for more detailed information and to request that honor if you are part of an organization planning a visit.

Wreaths are provided or arranged to be delivered by the public. All questions you may have about that ceremony can be answered on the ANC website or through the cemetery staff.