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William Herbert (Chris) Smith
Tomb Position
Commander of the Relief, SentinelTomb Relief
2ndHighest Military Rank
Sgt., E-5Tomb Dates
Mar 1968 - Apr 1969Military Dates
Apr 1967 - Apr 1969Society Membership
Lifetime MemberHome City / State
Conyers, GACurrent City / State
Conyers, GAContact Information
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
Army Good Conduct MedalNational Defense Service Medal
Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge
Leadership Prep Certificate
Support 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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Did you know?
What is it like to guard in bad weather?
The Sentinels at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are completely dedicated to their duty of guarding the Tomb. In fact, line eight of our Sentinel's Creed refers to the "discomfort of the elements". Because of their dedication, the weather does not bother them. In fact, it is considered an honor to walk the mat during inclement weather. It gets cold, it gets hot and the mission continues as it has unbroken since 1937.
