Still on duty

| February 10, 2010

A viewer sent this picture to WJLA in DC today;

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Remember this while you’re shoveling out today. Thanks to Jerry920 for the link.

Category: Military issues

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fm2176

The Sentinels are always vigilent. That said, don’t forget the rest of The Old Guard. Funeral schedules in ANC are rarely affected by weather, and my comrades are in the cemetery now, in blues and boots, conducting funerals along with our sister services.

Finrod

And that is why a Tomb Guard badge is something to be respected.

jerry920

My business takes me onto most of the local military bases in the D.C. area. Often when I go onto Ft. Myer I see the Old Guard setting up or conducting funerals for deceased service members. I am always struck by their professionalism and dedication.

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B Woodman

In spite of all the stupid bone-headed things the current crop of political and military leaders foist on the piblic, when I see examples of dedication and professionalism like this, my heart swells and I get choked up.

To all the Old Guard, thank you.

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