US EditionFor 1 Sentinel, a Final Walk at Arlington’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- Andrew Jay has been guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, with his final walk set for June 2, 2025, making this Memorial Day especially significant for him.
- Jay trained for 18 months for this duty, which includes a ceremonial changing of the guard that involves marching 21 steps and pausing in specific directions.
- Memorial Day at Arlington continues to honor those who have sacrificed for the country, reflecting its purpose since 1868 during the first official observance.
- The honor of guarding the Tomb signifies respect not just for the Three Unknowns, but for everyone laid to rest in the cemetery, commemorating their sacrifices for freedom.
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For 1 sentinel, final walk at Arlington's Tomb of Unknown Soldier: 'It’s meant a lot'
ARLINGTON, Va. For the last two years, Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay has been dutifully guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.Rain or shine, snow or sleet, for 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, Jay and the other guards on watch duty serve as both protectors and commemorators of a national tribute to Americas unidentified and missing service members.With Jay's final walk scheduled for June 2, this Memorial Day wi…
King5 News
Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay prepares for his final walk at Arlington's sacred tomb
There have been 733 tomb guards since 1958. On average, seven to nine tomb guards work every day.
Military Times
For one sentinel, a final walk at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
For the last two years, Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay has been dutifully guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.Rain or shine, snow or sleet, for 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, Jay and the other guards on watch duty serve as both protectors and commemorators of a national tribute to America’s unidentified and missing service members.With Jay’s final walk scheduled for June 2, this Memorial Day will hold specia…
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For 1 sentinel, a final walk at Arlington's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
For the last two years, Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay has been dutifully guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.Rain or shine, snow or sleet, for 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, Jay and the other guards on watch duty serve as both protectors and commemorators of a national tribute to America’s unidentified and missing service members.
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