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The guard is symbolic. The unknown soldier(s) represents all the heroes in all the wars of America, and as such is the greatest hero of all and so is worthy of all the military honor that can be bestowed, including a perpetual honor guard. ( It also prevents any vandalism or disrespectful behavior that might occur.)

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Because it pays Honor and respect to these Unknowns and to every American who has given his life for this Nation.

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to protect the bodies of the unknowns

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Can the Marine Corps guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is guarded by Soldiers, not Marines.


When was Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge created?

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge was created on 1958-02-07.


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Why does the guard of the Tomb of the Unknown take 21 steps?

It is in reference to the 21 Gun Salute.


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Who is the guard Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

The Old Guard of the 3rd Infantry Regiment, US Army.


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Why does the old guard keep day and knight vigils at the tomb of the unknown soldier?

to show respect


What location is protected 24 hour every day by honor guard?

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.


Who was the most honored soldier buried?

The Unknown Soldier. Many nations have a Tomb to The Unknown Soldier. Because the Unknown can never be identified, that soldier becomes the most honored soldier buried, representing all the unknown dead of any and all wars. Characteristic of Tombs to the Unknown is an around-the-clock Honor Guard. One of the most moving things to watch is the changing of the Guard at a Tomb to the Unknown. The guard is always mounted in any weather. There was an incident of a lightning strike close to The Tomb to the Unknown in Arlington, Virginia. The guard never turned a hair as he stood there, soaked through.Click on the related link below for a good Wikipedia article on Tombs of the Unknown.


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.