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WWII Registry of Remembrances The memory of America's World War II generation will be preserved within the physical World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. & through the World War II Registry of Remembrances.
This is a listing of Americans who contributed to the war effort & any US
citizen who helped to win the war, whether a veteran or someone on the
home front, is eligible. There is no charge to register your name.
or
call 800-639-4992 & ask for a registration form be mailed to you. |
Mission
Accomplished, Job Well Done At the 1998 national reunion in Colorado Springs,
Colorado the society pledged itself to support the fund raising for the
World War Two National Memorial. During the banquet, Sergeant at Arms
Norman Mac Intyre visited the tables and our first collection was made.
Members generously responded with a contribution over $1,000.00. The society reaffirmed one of the basic purposes of the society by remembering everyone who served our nation during WWII. This commitment and support by our members has resulted in a highly successfully task and something of which the society can be proud. Thanks to all who were able to support the project. The World War Two Memorial has been dedicated! Rock of the Marne!! Martin Markley |
June 29, 2004 From: Robert Patrick Director National WWII Memorial Dedication Dear Mr. Markley: I am responding to your letter of May 31st, 2004, regarding the total contribution to the National World War II Memorial Campaign by the Society of the Third Infantry Division. Our records reflect a final contribution of $13,549, which ranked first among Army Infantry Division associations. As I am sure you are aware, we have ceased our funding campaign, we are most appreciative of your society's generosity. Again, thank you for your interest and support. Bob Patrick, Director National WWII Memorial Dedication |
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![]() Washington Monument from Arlington Natl. Cemetery |
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![]() 3rd Division Monument Click Here for History |
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1. How many steps does the guard take during his walk
across the
2. How long does he hesitate after his about face to
begin his |
The sentinel marches 21 steps across the black mat,
past the final resting places of the Unknown Soldiers of World War I,
World War II, Korea, and the crypt of the Unknown Soldier of the Vietnam
War. |
3. Why are his gloves wet? 4. Does he carry his rifle on the same shoulder all the time and if not, why not? The guard shifts his rifle prior to each 21-step walk
to ensure that it is always carried on his outside shoulder, the one away
from the Tomb ("to signify that the sentinel stands between the tomb and
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![]() Changing of the Guard 3rd US Infantry Regiment, Old Guard |
![]() At the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier |
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4. Does he carry his rifle on the same shoulder all the time
and if not, why not? |
5. How often are the guards changed?
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What are the physical traits of the guard limited to? For a person to apply for guard duty at the tomb, he must be between 5' 10" and 6' 4" tall and his waist size cannot exceed 30." Other requirements of the Guard: Sentinels at the Tomb do not have to commit to serving there for any fixed period of time, and the average tour of duty is only about half the two year period claimed here. Like most servicemen, Tomb guards may live either on-base (at nearby Fort Myer) or off-base in housing of their choosing. There are no restrictions on guards' off-duty drinking. They cannot disgrace the uniform {fighting} or the
tomb in any way. After two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is
worn on their lapel signifying they served as guard of the tomb. There are
only 400 presently worn. The guard must obey these rules for the rest of
their
lives or give up the wreath pin. There
are no wrinkles, folds or lint on the uniform. Guards dress for duty in
front of a full-length mirror. A Tomb guard's behavior is not so stringently regulated that he is prohibited from speaking to anyone for a full six months (someone seems to have confused the Old Guard with a monastery!), and guards may do whatever they want (including watching TV) during their off-duty hours. But since any soldier wishing to become a sentinel must undergo rigorous training, including several hours a day of marching, rifle drill and uniform preparation, and every tomb sentinel is expected to be completely versed in the history of both the tomb and of Arlington National Cemetery (including knowing how to find the graves of all the prominent person buried in the cemetery), they don't necessarily have a lot of free time to devote to recreational activities.A guard must memorize who they are and where they are interred. Among the notables are: President Taft, Joe E. Lewis
{the boxer} and Medal of Honor winner Audie Murphy, {the most decorated
soldier of WWII} of Hollywood fame. Much of the above information, courtesy of
http://www.snopes.com/military/unknown.asp |
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![]() Changing of the Guard |
![]() Group from Galesburg , Illinois Placing a Wreath |
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ETERNAL REST GRANT THEM O LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON THEM. In 2003 as Hurricane Isabelle was approaching Washington, DC, our US
Senate/House took 2 days off with anticipation of the storm. On the ABC
evening news, it was reported that because of the dangers from the
hurricane, the military members assigned the duty of guarding the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier were given permission to suspend the assignment. They
respectfully declined the offer, "No way, Sir!" Soaked to the skin,
marching in the pelting rain of a tropical storm, they said that guarding
the Tomb was not just an assignment, it was the highest honor that can be
afforded to a serviceperson. The tomb has been patrolled continuously, |
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![]() Monument for Space Shuttle Challenger |
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![]() Monument for Space Shuttle Columbia |
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![]() John Insani and Rich Heller in front of 3rd Division Monument |
![]() Rich and Roberta Heller, Tourists |
![]() John Insani OP 7 and Rich Heller, Roster Mgr |
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![]() Rich Heller and John Insani by Audie Murphy's Grave |
![]() Amphitheater behind Tomb of Unknown Soldier |
![]() Outside of Washington Memorial Amphitheater |
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![]() Audie Murphy's Gravesite |
![]() Audie Murphy's Tombstone |
![]() Lee Marvin the Actor |
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![]() President Kennedy and Family's Gravesite |
![]() Front of Tomb of the Unknown Soldier |
![]() Watching the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier |
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![]() Peter Lisagor, Journalist and Daniel "Chappie" James the 1st Black General in the USAF |
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![]() Joe Louis Heavyweight Champion of the World |
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![]() WWII 3ID MOH Recipient Wilbur Ross placing Wreath |
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![]() Presentation of the Colors 3rd Infantry Division Color Guard
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![]() Laying Wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknowns |
Flags-in
Arlington National Cemetery Donna Lyons Military Community Examiner |
![]() “Cover them over with beautiful flowers, Deck them with garlands, those brothers of ours, Lying so silent by night and by day Sleeping the years of their manhood away. Give them the meed they have won in the past; Give them the honors their future forcast; Give them the chaplets they won in the strife; Give them the laurels they lost with their life.” ~Will Carleton |
In a celebrated mark of respect for
Memorial Day each year, Soldiers of the 3rd U.S. Infantry, known as
The Old Guard, assemble at Arlington National Cemetery to perform a
special task. Just before the Memorial Day weekend, they place
American flags, one foot and centered, in front of the gravestones
of every service member buried at Arlington Cemetery. Flags-in, has taken place since 1948 when The Old Guard was appointed as the ceremonial unit for the U.S. Army. During the Memorial Day weekend, members of The Old Guard patrol the cemetery to make sure each gravesite remains decorated and honored with a flag. God bless our troops past and present. Remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice – all our military service men and women deserve the utmost appreciation and peace as they lay in rest. Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Drive or King Drive Arlington, VA 22211 (703) 607-8000 Free entry October-March 8:00 AM-5:00 PM April-September 8:00 AM-7:00 PM (703) 607-8000 Continue reading on Examiner.com: Flags-in Arlington National Cemetery - National Military Community | Examiner.com http://www.examiner.com/military-community-in-national/flags-arlington-national-cemetery-3rd-infantry-division?CID=examiner_alerts_article#ixzz1N7FBzLR1 |
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