Best Video of the Changing of the Guard at Tomb of the Unknowns, Arlington Cemetery
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Published 2016-11-12
The only thing I left out of this video was the full inspection of the replacement sentinel by the Sergeant of the Guard. That inspection is extensive, but I shortened it for this video. All the other steps are shown.
If you look carefully, you can see my wife and I shooting this video, which we did with the cooperation of the Media Relations department at Arlington Cemetery.
For more about me and what I do, please visit www.bobkovacs.com/.
All Comments (21)
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How ANYONE can watch this time-honored tradition and not be humbled, respectful and grateful, is beyond me. Yet, many videos show that many attend and see it differently. They talk, laugh, cross barriers and generally feel the rules don't apply to "them". That's a real problem with today's society, the teaching and practicing of "respect" is being lost. But, so are values, traditions, honor and patriotism. Great video, thank you for sharing this. 🇺🇸
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When I visited, right before the changing of the guard, there was some moron woman talking on the phone. She didn't last long before the guard stepped off his rug and ripped into her like there was no tomorrow. I was so happy.
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If perfection exists , I just witnessed it....
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In memory of my nephew, Capt. Tyler Rentz, US Army, Desert Storm. RIP.
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As a British Army veteran I have a great deal of respect and admiration for the honour guards that stand post. Traditionally all service men & women stand tall during these practices, we are all brothers and will never forget our fallen. It gives me an immense sense of pride watching this. We learn this early on in our service years, lest we forget, no matter what country or what side, ever soldier remembers his duty to the ones who never got home. I look forward to one day being present at; The Tomb of The Unknown 🎖️🎖️🎖️
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The amount of respect I have for these men can’t be put into words
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This one of the best if not the best Changing of the Guard on YouTube. But do remember that the guards are there day and night, fair weather or bad. Storms of rain or snow, blizzards and hurricanes both.
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How can anyone watch this and not be overwhelmed with respect for and gratitude to the members of our armed forces.
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not a sound from the people there. a very good showing of respect.
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Respect and honour from this Aussie who visited Arlington last year and watched this ceremony with such depth of feeling it's hard to express even now, as I sit here with tears rolling down my cheeks. Australians and Americans have fought, died and lived as brothers and sisters through far too many wars. Let's hope in the future we will stand together only in peace.
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It’s insane of how precise and coordinated the guards are. They do it all perfectly and barely any mistakes and it’s just beautiful of how well they do it.
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Thank you for posting this, Mr. Kovacs. My Dad was in the South Pacific 42-48. When I saw this ceremony at age 11, I realized I would have never existed had he not come home. I felt compelled to memorize the words on the tomb. I’m now 60 and I still remember them.
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It’s crazy for how long the guards have been walking on the pavement and the mat that there are literally treadmarks of each of the steps.
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Always very emotional for those who are honoured and remembered by those who remain to carry on
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One of the greatest displays to see. I hope to get back there one day and see it again.
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This is respect to all veterans, MIA, retired, deceased, and otherwise. This show of ceremony, and respect is one of the highest in military service. To be part of the honor guard is one thing, to be this is one of the highest of honors. The display, shows our values to our service members. It is unparalleled. It's all day and every day without room, for less than a perfect standard. it's a remembrance, honor, and gratitude for all those who have served, serve now, and will serve. This is sacred ritual. Thank you for all who serve now and before. For making my life and so many others possible. Without our military family America wouldn't exist, thank you all for you service, big or small, long or short. You make the hard choice to serve, put you lives in danger, and represent us, everyday, everywhere. For that I thank you.
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Hundreds & Hundreds of hours of drilling to follow strict military protocols. Amazing precision in support the tomb of your unknown comrades in arm who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank You for your service
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imagine forcing your legs and feet to walk in a line, one foot directly in front of the other..watching their great strength and determination and RESPECT .. wow.
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Beautifully done. Respect from your brothers in Great Britain.
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It blew me away the first time I actually saw this in person when I lived in Annandale Va in the early to mid 90's...
