Female Sentinel's Last Walk

he really inspected that gun from every possible angle huh

0:55 After extensive scrutiny, I have concluded that this indeed is a rifle.

I served in the guard in 1967. I’m now 77 years old. This young lady will carry the pride of serving for the rest of her life. After 56 years I still get together with my fellow guardsmen.

So for those who don't know the concept of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, it is not just a US thing. It is dedicated to the services of not just an unknown soldier but to all soldiers who have sacrificed their lives for war, and several countries have these for different wars like Argentina for their war for independence or Russia for the Soviet soldiers killed during WWII. In the case of the US, it's for WWI, WWII, Korean War, and previously Vietnam War (the Vietnam remains were identified). Each time an unknown is sent to Arlington, the president presides over their funerals, awarding them the Medal of Honor Why is it guarded? Because these missing or unknown soldiers not only gave their lives, but also their identities to protect these freedoms.

1:41 side quest NPCs when you walk near them

4:59 y'all see how she just join correctly?? With the same footing, amazing

The tomb of the unknown and those who stand watch over it are one of the best things our military has. Says, to me, that even though you are unknown now, by friends, family, or comrades, you will still not be forgotten and instead always watched over.

The Unknown Soldier: No more or less deserving than another fallen hero, but is the most honoured, respected, and guarded individual to have ever lived.

Fun fact: The sentinels are not supposed to wear ranking badges to disrespect the unknown soldiers so they don’t outrank them.

Fun Fact: the sentinels volunteer as they begin their military career. And their badge is one of the rarest badges you can earn in the military.

For the people wondering about the rifle: No, the M14 rifles used by the Old Guard (3rd Infantry Regiment) are NOT loaded with live rounds. Before inspection, each rifle is meticulously dis-assembled, cleaned, and properly re-assembled and polished to remove any rust, debris or markings on the rifle It’s fascinating to observe the pure level of formality in an event like this. Sure, the more efficient thing to do would be to just hand over the rifle. But the fact that these actions are so ingrained in them, that they maintain them without fail every time is true dedication.

Each and every single tiny movement is perfect. Perfectly rehearsed over and over and over. Every single movement of head, hands, weapon, feet, everything. The honor to become a Sentinel is so highly revered, so highly solemn. The men and women who take on this roll do so to honor those unknown soldiers who fell in battle. They do it with the utmost respect for anyone who lays there. No matter which side, no matter which battle or which war. They do it to honor them. They do it with such dedication and respect. They truly care about those fallen soldiers. It's an honor that they have to earn. And they do it with such respect and dignity. Thank you SSG Hanks for your two years serving in this incredible role. And all your time serving your country and fellow human.

Notice all the marks on the ground indicating this has been done exactly this way thousands of times before, the dedication and prowess of these people is inhuman

In the eyes of us who wear the uniform and stand to protect. There are no “male” or “female” sentinels. There are only Sentinels that stand and protect the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers. Period.

I remember watching this in person as a 10 y/o back in the 70's. Even at that young age I was in awe at the precision and accuracy these Sentinels had. Later finding out the discipline and lifelong dedication these remarkable service men and women give is nothing short of legendary.

I hope everyone watching this gets an idea of the dedication we who have served feel for respected services . It’s’ an honor to serve .

The gun inspections are always funny to me because even though I know they’re glancing at different things every-time besides the glove swipes it all looks redundant.

My father checking me when i come home late at night after party

I will never failed to be impressed by the precision nor the dedication of Sentinels and the sacred duty they perform. Massive respect.

If you have children that aren’t old enough to be quiet, don’t bring them here. Not cool