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Honor guard for the fallen is a very old tradition present in many cultures. The purpose is to show that the living remember those who have died and respect them. Guards are typically assigned to people of importance, and so guarding a place of burial demonstrates how important the deceased is. The Honor Guard consists of soldiers because the Unknown is also a soldier, and because guard duty has traditionally been done by the military.
The Tomb of The Unknown Soldier came to be after WWI when great numbers of men were killed and it was not always possible to identify and properly bury them all. One such soldier was chosen and laid to rest in the Tomb. He could be anyone, and therefore he is everyone. This also means the Honor Guard is for all who gave their lives in the service.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoWell, from what I've been told, it is the most honorable act that anyone can do. I'm in the eighth grade, about to go on a D.C/NY trip over the summer; I and two others have been given the opportunity to do this.
laying a wreath at the unknown soldiers tomb is not a routine matter. It is usually conducted only after permission is granted by the Commmander of the tomb of the unknown soldier. Such groups as VFW, American Legion as well as other military and non military groups place the wreath as a sign of respect and remberence to those military members who gave their lives for their country...........................
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∙ 8y agoIt is a so-called 'guard of honor', because the unknown soldier isn't going anywhere. Being part of a guard of honor is considered an important assignment, since the Army usually picks only the most model soldiers for the job.
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∙ 11y agoThe soldier did something really good so that soldier is really important form peopleto have some memories of him/her.
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∙ 11y agoIt is one of the ceremonies by which we remember and honour our fallen soldiers.
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∙ 8y agoThe men guarding the tomb do it to honor the men buried there. This is a special duty that all branches provide men to serve there.
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∙ 11y agobecause they are all gay
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Where do the guards of the unknown soldier live?
Barracks under the tomb
How did the tomb of the Unknown soldier and the cemetery get there name?
The Tomb of The Unknown Soldier was named The Tomb of The Unknown Soldier because the soldiers are unknown and they are honored in a tomb.
Who funded the tomb of the unknown soldier in 1921?
The US government paid for the tomb of the unknown soldier.
When was Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Moscow - created?
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Moscow - was created in 1967.
When was Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Bucharest created?
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Bucharest was created in 1923.
When was Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Damascus - created?
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Damascus - was created in 1994.
Who was buried in the tomb of the unknown soldier?
In most countries, the tomb of the unknown soldier is exactly that. The remains of an unknown and unidentified are contained in it.
Can the Marine Corps guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is guarded by Soldiers, not Marines.
Where is the tomb located of the unknown soldier?
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is located in Arlington, Virginia. It is also sometimes referred to as the Tomb of the Unknowns.
When was Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier created?
Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier was created in 1954.
Where is the tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier?
The Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier is located at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. The tomb is located in the Hall of Memory.
If someone attempted to vandalize the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier would the tomb guards kill them?
They would shoot them, yes. The guns are unloaded but ready to be used at all times, with a bayonet attached.
