US Army on duty...

[jimnyc]

This is what they are doing as the hurricane is moving in, still standing guard. God Bless these men! (Was taken from a friend on FB, this was taken a few hours ago)

[CSM]

simply amazing. Few will understand the dedication these Marines have in performing their duties.

[Tyr-Ziu Saxnot]

This is what they are doing as the hurricane is moving in, still standing guard. God Bless these men! (Was taken from a friend on FB, this was taken a few hours ago)

Just checked in for a couple minutes quick reading, had no plans to log in and post but this and that picture changed my mind!
Thats the spirit of our beloved nation you are looking at and those men represent it as the light of the world in which freedom is known to be so cherished that men die so that others may have it!
THAT'S AMERICA! GOD BLESS OUR MILITARY AND THOSE MARINES..
FOR THATS LOVE OF COUNTRY...-Tyr

[red states rule]

NOTHING makes these men leave the memorial. My God they truely are several cuts above

They show their dedication and loyality to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice

And we bitch about having to walk in the rain or shovel snow

[aboutime]

This is what they are doing as the hurricane is moving in, still standing guard. God Bless these men! (Was taken from a friend on FB, this was taken a few hours ago)

jimnyc: Thanks so much for the reminder. But I must sadly report to you. As the father of a Marine. Those men guarding and serving at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington are NOT...Marines.

They are U.S. Army.

No disrespect intended jimnyc. But accuracy on this is better served here.

Thank you for reminding us.

[red states rule]

jimnyc: Thanks so much for the reminder. But I must sadly report to you. As the father of a Marine. Those men guarding and serving at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington are NOT...Marines.

They are U.S. Army.

No disrespect intended jimnyc. But accuracy on this is better served here.

Thank you for reminding us.

Marines, Army, Air Force, Navy, or Coast Guard - they are all great

They serve in the worst shit holes in the world and NOTHING seems to faze them

They know what they have to do and they do it no matter what

Thank God for everyone of those men and women. They protect the freedoms I have and sometimes take for granted

[aboutime]

Marines, Army, Air Force, Navy, or Coast Guard - they are all great

They serve in the waorst shit holes in the world and nOTHING seems to faze them

They know what they have to do and they do it no matter what

Thank God for everyone of those men and women. They protect the freedoms I have and sometimes take for granted

I totally agree with you, and jimnyc. My intent was not to hurt, or denigrate here. As a veteran myself, having a Marine for a son. He would want everyone to know that Marines do not take credit for guarding the Tombs of the Unknown.

They do have the IWO JIMA statue nearby in Arlington where ALL BRANCHES OF OUR MILITARY ARE REPRESENTED.

[red states rule]

I totally agree with you, and jimnyc. My intent was not to hurt, or denigrate here. As a veteran myself, having a Marine for a son. He would want everyone to know that Marines do not take credit for guarding the Tombs of the Unknown.

They do have the IWO JIMA statue nearby in Arlington where ALL BRANCHES OF OUR MILITARY ARE REPRESENTED.

I do not think I ever did this but thank you for your service AT

[Noir]

So how long do they stand there for?

Without movement, soaked clothes, and high winds, hypothermia is a very real possibility.

[red states rule]

So how long do they stand there for?

Without movement, soaked clothes, and high winds, hypothermia is a very real possibility.

They stay until they are relieved

This is what they are trained to do Noir. They simply shrug the weather off

[jimnyc]

jimnyc: Thanks so much for the reminder. But I must sadly report to you. As the father of a Marine. Those men guarding and serving at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington are NOT...Marines.

They are U.S. Army.

No disrespect intended jimnyc. But accuracy on this is better served here.

Thank you for reminding us.

I agree wholeheartedly, and I guess it shows that I was never in the military! Thanks much for pointing out my error, and I will change the thread title. These men have more than my respect, and I hope I didn't offend anyone with my error and ignorance!

[jimnyc]

Thread title fixed....

I have an immense amount of respect for ALL of our military, and a special fondness for the men above who NEVER leave their post. I should have known better and did a few seconds of research before posting incorrectly.

[Kathianne]

This is what they are doing as the hurricane is moving in, still standing guard. God Bless these men! (Was taken from a friend on FB, this was taken a few hours ago)

I'm with you on the sentiments, but those are Marines! On sunny days when I've seen them in person, I got chills. This exemplifies their dedication and honor. These are our best!

[Kathianne]

jimnyc: Thanks so much for the reminder. But I must sadly report to you. As the father of a Marine. Those men guarding and serving at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington are NOT...Marines.

They are U.S. Army.

No disrespect intended jimnyc. But accuracy on this is better served here.

Thank you for reminding us.

Thank you for that! With the stripe on pant leg, it's easy to mistake. You are so correct:

http://www.homeofheroes.com/gravesit...sentinels.html

The 3rd United States Infantry has served our Nation continuously since 1784, and today is the oldest active-duty infantry unit in the U.S. Army. Headquartered out of Fort Myer, Virginia, it is traditionally known as "The Old Guard", a proud nickname ascribed by General Winfield Scott during a victory parade at Mexico City in 1847.


Since World War II The Old Guard has been the Army's official HONOR GUARD. Among their duties, beyond providing security to our Nation's Capitol in time of national emergency or civil disturbance, are some of the most impressive displays of military ceremony.



Soldiers from The Old Guard escort the President, conduct military ceremonies at the White House, Pentagon, and national memorials in our Capitol City, including funeral details and other special ceremonies at Arlington National Cemeteries. One of their most recognized responsibilities is providing sentinels...Tomb Guards, at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Since April 6, 1948 the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has been guarded 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, regardless of weather. Millions of Americans annually visit the Memorial Amphitheater to watch these dedicated soldiers of a new generation, dutifully pace 21 steps across a black mat on the west face of the Tomb. It is a time honored ritual, executed with great precision and filled with American pride...

[Gaffer]

They are army. Part of the 1st Bn. of the 1st Infantry Regiment. They do all the ceremonial things in Washington. Honor guard, parades, band recitals. The oldest regiment in army. I was in the 2nd of the 1st which is the combat arm. The regimental motto is semper primus.

I learned all this many years later. I had no idea at the time I was part of an historical regiment.