Which situation would be more favorable for the soldiers - this guy crossing the rail to pick up his trash, or not owning up to it and letting the trash roll/blow to the feet of the soldiers?
My question is this: what would have happened if the visitor had simply let the (water bottle?) roll away from him? What if it rolled into the path of the guard?
@theonlyashleybrooks1 The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a place where unidentified Soldiers are buried from the Korean War, World Wars 1 and 2. there was previously a Vietnam Soldier buried there but his body was identified through DNA, and that tomb will now remain empty. The tomb is to honor all the American Soldiers that were killed in action and could not be identified. Their ranks are not known because they are "UNKNOWN SOLDIERS"
So I understand the responsibility of the guards, but what if something accidentally falls and blows into the area. Or do you have so sign something swearing that won't happen?
piece of trash blew out onto the ceremony I can understand he didn't want his trash ruining anything but still common sense would have dictated not to cross the rail.
The Marines will guard all and never YELL at a individual unless (A) you are pointing a weapon at us or (B) you are saying that we are not worthy of defending our country. If you have to say about that, than speak your mind on a piece of toilet paper and wipe your ass with it.
It's amazing, looking at these comments, how many people simply have no respect for honor or tradition. I'm beginning to see where all the hippies from the 60's went......
For all the people who say something along the lines of "He was just picking up his trash..." Please realize that this ceremony is not just about "Protecting A Tomb", It's about protecting the memory of soldiers who gave their lives and will never be remembered by name. The man who dropped the trash wrong for dropping something, but clearly the ropes and chains are there to keep people from doing exactly what he did. In the middle of the explanation speech, he should have know better.
The guy was trying to retrieve his litter out of respect for the tomb. Big crime. The Sentinel is a big hero for traumatizing a civilian for trying to respect the tomb by picking up his litter that he accidentally dropped. Madness! Anyone who applauds that overkill is stark raving insane. The military isn't here to traumatize civilians over trivial matters. It would have been sufficent for the Sentinel to approach the vistor to make sure he didn't go any further into the area...period.
@JetMechMA he was enforcing the principle that no one walks on the tomb no matter what. he wasnt trying to tramatize a civilian he was doin his job as a guard.
Arlington Cemetary (Ft Myer) is guarded and attended to by the most perfection oriented soldiers there are, be they honor guard, band, or burial details. A special sort with amazing patience, fierce dedication (check them out in blizzard conditions), and what I think is a calling of sorts. They are spectacular, and Unreal441, noone has tried to find the "What if"........the voice and presentaion of arms is enough to stop them in their tracks. I don't reccommend you try it. =)
If your a visitor to Arlington National Cemetary, don't forget it is a Cemetary. So please don't be repremanded by the guard. It's embarressing to the guard, to the other visitors and to yourself.
The whole meaning of the unknown soldier is tpay respect and help the families of those missing and mourn those unidentified. Dont dare leave any petty youtube crap here.....Respect and respect only.To all countries that have their own unknown soldier and to mine. Age shall not wary them, lest we forget.
I laid the wreath at the Tomb and The guards seem so nice when they coming up the stairs to greet you then when they turn around you better know what you are doing otherwise they aren't the nicest guys in the world.
Just to clarify some of the well intentioned comments about the Sentinels disobeying orders during Isabel. No, that did not happen. A couple of trees fell at the far ends of the plaza, but the Tomb Guards were never in change. Believe me, Tomb Guards are not going to disobey an order.
And in this video, you may want to look in the background ... the Relief Commander also stopped and order the person back behind the chains. (They are never louder than when someone crosses the chains.)
i respect this and all but honestly... this would have to be the worst job ever.. walking around a tomb of people who no one knows for hours at a time.. in any weather condition.
What you happen if you ran past the rail? What authority do they have? Can you be arrested? or just escorted off the property? I've always wonder that.
@UnReaL441 The Guards will detain you and then you will be arrested. Arlington is a military installation, and do you really want to violate the sanctity of Our Tomb of the Unknown Soldier I sure hope not.
Don't you ever mix up Army Infantry with a marine. You see those blue chords on their right shoulders? That signifies United States Army Infantry, not Marines, and certainly not Airforce. The Marines can guard heaven for we shall always guard the Unknowns.
@matto874 if you watch the bottom left corner you can see a hand grab a water bottle. He ducked under the rail after dropping and then kicking the bottle accidentally.
@3rosesred That is correct and the Guards were told to stand down during a bad storm ( I think in the late 80s) and they refused and stood their post. As a former Marine, these guys get huge respect.
@Toddinfantry The stand down during a storm myth is simply that. For a military unit to disobey a direct order would constitute insubordination and could result in a court martial. They stood guard as the storm was not considered a direct threat.
@MJRoxMyRhinestoneSox - Never, ever, cross any ceremonial military honour guards, in any country! The most sacred place for all militaries in all over the world are the graves of the unknown soldiers, which explains the intensified, exaggerated precisioned inspection of the guard. this is the American way. Live with it, but give them some respect.
I respect these guards more of which than anything. Why? Because they do something not everyone can do. One hard job in the Army, especially to be in a place for the servicemen who are unknown and buried there. Very very sad place to be.
looks like the person dropped something and is just trying to retrieve it i dont see where people are getting the idea that he was trying to disrespect the tomb when you can tell he was never gonna move more than a yard from the rail pause at 0:08 if ya dont believe me :D
Very very nice. Other guards around the world rely mostly on policemen to keep the spectators in order. But I think this imposes respect more absolute without breaking the ceremony. First time to see something like this and very impressive. These are real guards.
@feldman13 So an officer follows them around for the rest of their life to make sure they do not drink or swear? Hmm, probably not maybe we should dig deeper. Where did you find this "FACT".
It's always humbling to see them doing this duty, even for a fellow soldier.
The one thing I can't tell from the video is what was the person doing? You only see a hand. I've watched them do this many times but have never seen a guard have to challenge anyone like that.
There are several youtube videos showing the sentinels reacting with similar language when someone encroaches on the restricted area; so obviously they are trained in how to react. It brings up the question: What does their training say they should do if someone is foolish enough not to back off at the warning?
A similar thing happened to our group. We (our group) were visiting the tomb and the man was making his cycles. He had dropped his cell phone beyond the rail and had apparently tried to get it. He stepped forward, gun in hand (s?) and told him something that sounded to me like "no flash photography", but I was further away. He returned to his post. The changing of guard happened right after, and once it was finished, a less gilded soldier walked out and retrieved it. I doubt he got it back.
@wyldsydeDOTNET According to your description, the guards cannot shoot anyone, but if someone was lethal enough to kill a man, would the Honor Guards be allowed by law to shoot back? This is purely a curious question.
@em0andl33t Quite a few years ago a man charged the tomb with a gun, and was subdued by the Guards, the Guards carry "UNLOADED" weapons, all of the weapons are unloaded. There are MPs at the nearby Army base, and there are Police and security guards around the cemetery. If you are planning something however let me know how it works out.
I don't know what's more impressive; that he reacted so fast, or that he did it in stride, as if it was planned all along. I always wondered what would happen if something actually happened during a CotG ceremony, figured they'd break the routine and react like any normal soldier on a battlefield.
I don't think he actually "yelled". He was doing his job and telling the guy to get back where he belongs. That's the way the give orders. Before this ceremony begins, everyone is told to stay back, there are signs, etc. It is his job to maintain the utmost respect for the unknown.
@RickInIsh Yes, the Marines would have directly disobeyed orders and killed an American citizen for crossing a rail in an attempt to not disrespect the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. You sir are a gentlemen and a scholar. Or maybe a childish person who must not possess the base intelligence it takes to respect all branches of the United States Armed forces. Yeah probably more of the last one!
@PowerfulFellow That is an honor for the Army. As a Retired Marine, I/We understand the directive for the 3RDID. We are proud for them in what they represent. Each service has it's own special unique duties that help highlight the best in the service. For the Marines, it is guarding the foreign embassies, the "President's Own" concert band, the Silent Drill Platoon and HMX-1. The USAF guards and maintains Air Force 1.
@PowerfulFellow It's an Army Post, Fort Myer, all services participate in the burials, but noone else is allowed to Guard the Tomb of the Unknowns to my knowledge...
@PowerfulFellow There is something similar for Marines. We have the Presidential Guard. As you will see Marines outside of the White House and Marine One (the Helo).
I know they guard the Tomb 24/7 365 days a year, no matter what the weather is. I went to D.C. for an 8th grade field trip, and our school got to be part of the wreath ceremony, and they told us that the Tomb has been patrolled and guarded 24/7 continuously since 1930. One of the most amazing things I have ever witnessed in my life. Its definitely something that gives you "goose bumps" and that proud feeling in your heart.
@USAFFuturePilot ....They stay and guard the Tomb, 24/7,365 Days a year. The news did say that there were personnel from the 3rd Infantry that assisted at the Pentagon.
for the people who think the guard challenging the visitor is wrong think about what you're saying, which is basically that the guard of the tomb should not guard the tomb. what's the point of having a guard if they are not there to "guard everything within the limits of their post."
People...it's called TRADITION AND RESPECT...unless you've been in the military, most of you will never get it...
fiveoh70 2 months ago 22
Which situation would be more favorable for the soldiers - this guy crossing the rail to pick up his trash, or not owning up to it and letting the trash roll/blow to the feet of the soldiers?
twelvehitcombo 2 months ago 5
My question is this: what would have happened if the visitor had simply let the (water bottle?) roll away from him? What if it rolled into the path of the guard?
jacktore 2 months ago 4
if he didn't go back then he would have been escorted by the police and possibly to jail.he shouldn't have picked it up in my opinion
lionblood675 2 months ago
I was scared s**tless just watching this. the tone in their voices..jeeez.
AngelMeow10 2 months ago
I love how the guard looks like he is ready to charge when he see's the guy.
shadowhunter388 2 months ago 4
I have great respect for all of those who have stood that post.
Fluffyshotme 2 months ago 7
what exactly is the tomb of unknowns. who is it for, ive been to the one in washinton but not sure, is it for the dead soldiers with high rank??
theonlyashleybrooks1 2 months ago
@theonlyashleybrooks1 The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a place where unidentified Soldiers are buried from the Korean War, World Wars 1 and 2. there was previously a Vietnam Soldier buried there but his body was identified through DNA, and that tomb will now remain empty. The tomb is to honor all the American Soldiers that were killed in action and could not be identified. Their ranks are not known because they are "UNKNOWN SOLDIERS"
wyldsydeDOTNET 2 months ago 41
So I understand the responsibility of the guards, but what if something accidentally falls and blows into the area. Or do you have so sign something swearing that won't happen?
populistjanitor 2 months ago 2
stupid visitor
zillsburyy1 3 months ago
piece of trash blew out onto the ceremony I can understand he didn't want his trash ruining anything but still common sense would have dictated not to cross the rail.
evilmasterful 3 months ago
I think some people need to understand that these aren't the fuzzy hat redshirts you might see in england.
solkahn 3 months ago
I can imagine them arresting somebody.
"IT IS REQUESTED THAT YOU PLACE YOUR HANDS INTO THE AIR"
"IT IS REQUESTED THAT YOU LIE FLAT ON THE GROUND"
"IT IS REQUESTED THAT YOU REMAIN SILENT WHILE BEING SHOT"
"Wait, SHO-"
"YOU DID NOT FOLLOW REQUEST! *Shoots*"
Crowd: :O
KevinSun242 3 months ago
The Marines will guard all and never YELL at a individual unless (A) you are pointing a weapon at us or (B) you are saying that we are not worthy of defending our country. If you have to say about that, than speak your mind on a piece of toilet paper and wipe your ass with it.
SEMPER FI
devildogusmc2000 3 months ago
one of our former cadets work there, he'll be expecting things like that
GA932AirForceJROTC 3 months ago
It's amazing, looking at these comments, how many people simply have no respect for honor or tradition. I'm beginning to see where all the hippies from the 60's went......
texastaurusguy 3 months ago
For all the people who say something along the lines of "He was just picking up his trash..." Please realize that this ceremony is not just about "Protecting A Tomb", It's about protecting the memory of soldiers who gave their lives and will never be remembered by name. The man who dropped the trash wrong for dropping something, but clearly the ropes and chains are there to keep people from doing exactly what he did. In the middle of the explanation speech, he should have know better.
MegaShamrock89 3 months ago
is it just me or does his movement remind you of how video game characters move, just saying.
me213xtsk 3 months ago
@me213xtsk This isn't a video game.
TheGruberHof 3 months ago
The guy was trying to retrieve his litter out of respect for the tomb. Big crime. The Sentinel is a big hero for traumatizing a civilian for trying to respect the tomb by picking up his litter that he accidentally dropped. Madness! Anyone who applauds that overkill is stark raving insane. The military isn't here to traumatize civilians over trivial matters. It would have been sufficent for the Sentinel to approach the vistor to make sure he didn't go any further into the area...period.
JetMechMA 4 months ago
@JetMechMA They are not allowed to approach visitors.
sylviekell 3 months ago
@JetMechMA Traumatizing? Good lord...
gatsby5555 3 months ago
@JetMechMA he was enforcing the principle that no one walks on the tomb no matter what. he wasnt trying to tramatize a civilian he was doin his job as a guard.
crusaderman00251 3 months ago
@JetMechMA they have security guard that would have pick it after the changing of the guard
cbfbmc 3 months ago
The guy then left the ceremony to change his pants.
WVsonofliberty 5 months ago 80
Arlington Cemetary (Ft Myer) is guarded and attended to by the most perfection oriented soldiers there are, be they honor guard, band, or burial details. A special sort with amazing patience, fierce dedication (check them out in blizzard conditions), and what I think is a calling of sorts. They are spectacular, and Unreal441, noone has tried to find the "What if"........the voice and presentaion of arms is enough to stop them in their tracks. I don't reccommend you try it. =)
Moonchalice 5 months ago
IF YOU CROSS THE RAIL THEY WILL TORTURE YOU THEY WILL TICKLE YOUR FEET TILL YOU DEAD
elpedorro2 5 months ago
if i was that guard...I'd be fired and sent to jail for overkill
ailddwp 5 months ago
That guy was like...what cha gonna do your guns empty lol
classmassgrass 5 months ago
Was it just a kid?
Mindraker1 5 months ago
is he picking something up that blew into the area? I think i see him grabbing a paper cup maybe?
perryinjax 5 months ago 18
@perryinjax He dropped his water bottle and then when trying to retrieve it kicked it out onto the walk.
wyldsydeDOTNET 3 months ago 15
What the hec was the visitor thinking? Where was he going and what was he trying to do? An educated guess at his intentions?
perryinjax 5 months ago
If your a visitor to Arlington National Cemetary, don't forget it is a Cemetary. So please don't be repremanded by the guard. It's embarressing to the guard, to the other visitors and to yourself.
Fanik10 6 months ago
The whole meaning of the unknown soldier is tpay respect and help the families of those missing and mourn those unidentified. Dont dare leave any petty youtube crap here.....Respect and respect only.To all countries that have their own unknown soldier and to mine. Age shall not wary them, lest we forget.
Rballaj 6 months ago
66 people crossed the rail
TheGuinnessboys 6 months ago
why would you cross the rails thats just a sign of disrespect
ballonwwk 6 months ago
I actually dont think that he should have been yelled at, he dropped something. soo...
Ctasker5 6 months ago
I love it! SHOOT him!
Do not disgrace what it here!
GregNorton61 7 months ago
If you look closely at 0:07 you can see that he dropped something on the floor.
Maybe a soda can (don't know if they're white though) or little ball.
I understand that person, but I also understand the guard...
speedstertje 7 months ago
One of the smoothest port to order arms I have ever seen, and I was stationed at Marine Corps Barracks 8th and I.
Tekdiver444 7 months ago
I laid the wreath at the Tomb and The guards seem so nice when they coming up the stairs to greet you then when they turn around you better know what you are doing otherwise they aren't the nicest guys in the world.
USAFcrazy13 7 months ago
He handled that like a pro.
Spherex86 7 months ago
could someone explain to me what is going on? i understand the part where he is getting yell at but what is this event about?
cee4pres 7 months ago
He dun goof'd!
DisposableKing 7 months ago
does anyone know what he said?
fullofbaddassness 7 months ago
I once coughed while the exact same guards were guarding and they said nothing... They respect you're space, so respect theirs
Solidjesse 7 months ago
WOW Impressive!!!!!!!!!!!! Very smooth!
stihlthebest 7 months ago
WOW Impressive!!!!!!!!!!!!
stihlthebest 7 months ago
what did the guard say when the person crossed?
GMSamuelRhine 7 months ago
I'm British, and i like seeing the tomb guards. I just wish our guards got as much respect as yours do.
DxJ90x 7 months ago
1st time I have seen this.....brilliant..God bless the USA Military.
shaun4767 7 months ago
I think NEVER cross over at any time there!
loellal 7 months ago
* Awkward silence *
HotSpur190 7 months ago
wht did the gaurd say?
dh222able 7 months ago
0:07 wht does he say?
dh222able 7 months ago
I saw almost the same exact thing happen when I was there when I was 14. I was an Infantryman 4 years later. Sand Hill.
valdivia1234567 8 months ago
Lol , he was just grabbing a rolling bottle.
fattyspinsuremom 8 months ago
Just to clarify some of the well intentioned comments about the Sentinels disobeying orders during Isabel. No, that did not happen. A couple of trees fell at the far ends of the plaza, but the Tomb Guards were never in change. Believe me, Tomb Guards are not going to disobey an order.
And in this video, you may want to look in the background ... the Relief Commander also stopped and order the person back behind the chains. (They are never louder than when someone crosses the chains.)
MajorAudieMurphy 8 months ago
lol, i was here a couple days ago for my washington dc school trip, and some kid's cellphone rang during the changing
P3Prod1 8 months ago
The Guard & or The Guards are doing there "JOB"!!!!!!
toressm 8 months ago
RESPECT !
gilamonster001 8 months ago
It is an amazing ceremony
tryithere 8 months ago
wow i would of pooped myself if a Guard yelled at me like that. haha
HOOAH! proud to be an AMERICAN!
leafboii11b 8 months ago
I bet all of the people who guard this tomb just wait for someone to step over a little just so they can yell ^^
KetztofComposer 8 months ago
Don't mess with him; he has aviators.
TheAlmightyDES 8 months ago
How weird.. Nothing like needlessly putting on a show for what could have been a simple inspection of a gun and a switch of duty..
jrock6467 8 months ago
i respect this and all but honestly... this would have to be the worst job ever.. walking around a tomb of people who no one knows for hours at a time.. in any weather condition.
Mw2QuiiKScOp3z 8 months ago
What does the guard say? I can't tell.
huronstone1 8 months ago
what happens if someone has a stroke in from of him.. can he help or will he just let the person die?
habbie7 8 months ago
disrespcetful doing that well done stupied ....
badboybaldy1 8 months ago
Only the US military could get dressed up in best military attire THEN wear Sunglasses! What next Chewing Gum? Very sloppy!
samthegreencat47 8 months ago
@samthegreencat47 Marching in the Virginia sun in the middle of Summer with Marble all around you, I wonder why they wear sunglasses.
wyldsydeDOTNET 3 months ago 121
they should be allowed to give warning shots
JRFOXHOUND75th 8 months ago
what if the guy ran up and hugged him :3
Disterric23 8 months ago
What you happen if you ran past the rail? What authority do they have? Can you be arrested? or just escorted off the property? I've always wonder that.
UnReaL441 10 months ago 29
@UnReaL441 The Guards will detain you and then you will be arrested. Arlington is a military installation, and do you really want to violate the sanctity of Our Tomb of the Unknown Soldier I sure hope not.
wyldsydeDOTNET 10 months ago 329
Don't you ever mix up Army Infantry with a marine. You see those blue chords on their right shoulders? That signifies United States Army Infantry, not Marines, and certainly not Airforce. The Marines can guard heaven for we shall always guard the Unknowns.
NickQuinton 10 months ago 88
THAT ISNT AN OFFICER! Jesus the Guards are Enlisted Personnel only which is why the inspector is a Staff Sergeant.
NickQuinton 10 months ago 18
@Dablkwid0w2008- He says "It is requested that all visitors remain behind the chains and rails!"
TopGun8993 10 months ago 23
he deseved it i mean even if its an honor guard he's still a guard none the less
ChefPepperoni 10 months ago 7
Remain behind the rail!
Even if there's a fire!
gandalfy 10 months ago 7
smoothest reaction I've ever seen, I wonder if they make em practice their response over and over again
MagikalKraker 10 months ago 13
i wouldve sharded my pants is those terminator people yelled at me
Piano1515 10 months ago 5
Figured out what he said. "It is requested that all visitors remain behind the chains and rails"
nGRSteve0 10 months ago
What did the guard say ?
NextLvlProductions 10 months ago
what did he say when he was yelling?
harkriz415 10 months ago
Wow I never seen this before what did he exactly say.
rockonup 10 months ago
hahahh thats funny the kid scurryed back so fast
gettalife11 10 months ago
where did the guy cross over in the video? i couldnt see it.
matto874 11 months ago
@matto874 if you watch the bottom left corner you can see a hand grab a water bottle. He ducked under the rail after dropping and then kicking the bottle accidentally.
wyldsydeDOTNET 11 months ago 2
I want to know the "warning" the officer rang out when the spectator crossed the rail
Dablkwid0w2008 11 months ago
@Dablkwid0w2008 "IT IS REQUESTED THAT ALL VISITORS REMAIN BEHIND THE CHAINS AND RAILS!".
chicago6584 10 months ago
@Dablkwid0w2008 its in the description of the video but ill write it here too "IT IS REQUESTED THAT ALL VISITORS REMAIN BEHIND THE CHAINS AND RAILS"
silentknight2112 10 months ago
@Dablkwid0w2008 He said "It is requested that all visitors remain behind the chains and rails"
As3sinoL0C0 10 months ago
@Dablkwid0w2008 read the description, its in there
CrimsonOmen407 10 months ago
@Dablkwid0w2008 He's saying, "It is requested that all visitors remain behind the chains and rails"
reelgoodfishing 10 months ago
I know he was beet red after that officer gave him the riot act
Dablkwid0w2008 11 months ago
@3rosesred: That's the descent way to request when a guard in duty is far away from the spectators !!
GreenCheese500 11 months ago
Respect my Authority!
NottheFacePlease 11 months ago
he should have been shot in the leg !
decalcodesigns 11 months ago
@3rosesred That is correct and the Guards were told to stand down during a bad storm ( I think in the late 80s) and they refused and stood their post. As a former Marine, these guys get huge respect.
Toddinfantry 11 months ago
@Toddinfantry The stand down during a storm myth is simply that. For a military unit to disobey a direct order would constitute insubordination and could result in a court martial. They stood guard as the storm was not considered a direct threat.
wyldsydeDOTNET 11 months ago 3
Why do they march the way they do?
I'm serving as a guardian in His Majesty The Kings Guard of Norway, so i do know a bit about marching
larshenrik91 11 months ago
@larshenrik91 its just custom. clean cut, respectful, and precise march
elementbam86 11 months ago
this makes me proud to be an American!!!!
ldbennett84 11 months ago
What rifle is that? An M1 maybe?
ianrkav 11 months ago
@ianrkav probably m14. they look identical, m1 is the civilian version, while the m14 is the military version.
elementbam86 11 months ago
all i have to say is, OWNED!!!
Zwind95 11 months ago
He stepped into his house without taking off his shoes. Big mistake! XD
TheReturnOfJames 11 months ago
Get SOME!
SMOKEindustries 1 year ago
only jesus christ should all people follow. He is true king
bass109 1 year ago
Anybody understand what the guard yelled at the guy? I couldn't make any of it out.
theallmightychad 1 year ago
The life long pledge these men make, and live by, to be a guard at the Tomb is simply awesome. Way to go men from a proud veteran.
sodakboy 1 year ago
Are those aviators that he's wearing?
wafflecushioned 1 year ago
never cross, ever, those marines are trained at a moments notice to LET YOU KNOW! stupid kid..
tasoulinh 1 year ago
he got told! hahaha
locker330atpennfield 1 year ago
whoa! NEVER cross over during the changing of the guards.
MJRoxMyRhinestoneSox 1 year ago 178
@MJRoxMyRhinestoneSox - Never, ever, cross any ceremonial military honour guards, in any country! The most sacred place for all militaries in all over the world are the graves of the unknown soldiers, which explains the intensified, exaggerated precisioned inspection of the guard. this is the American way. Live with it, but give them some respect.
DrunkRubberDuck 1 year ago
I respect these guards more of which than anything. Why? Because they do something not everyone can do. One hard job in the Army, especially to be in a place for the servicemen who are unknown and buried there. Very very sad place to be.
synysterlud 1 year ago
@synysterlud To be honest, and I might be wrong, but I think the Air Force does the guarding.
navyguardf18 11 months ago
@navyguardf18 At least you know that you are wrong, that is the first step. The Army and only the Army guards the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
wyldsydeDOTNET 11 months ago 4
Jeeezzz, um saaahhhreee.
MrFourteenMiles 1 year ago
rofl all nwo guards
sprucepantherkmt 1 year ago
@sprucepantherkmt you sir have made the most disresepectful comment to the military.
lilblake90 11 months ago
looks like the person dropped something and is just trying to retrieve it i dont see where people are getting the idea that he was trying to disrespect the tomb when you can tell he was never gonna move more than a yard from the rail pause at 0:08 if ya dont believe me :D
Bigglesworth93 1 year ago
@Bigglesworth93 he's not disrespecting the tomb but you're not supposed to cross the railing. ever. for any reason. period. even if zombies attack.
lilblake90 11 months ago 65
@lilblake90 #LOL
NextLvlProductions 10 months ago
@Bigglesworth93 yea but no matter what you NEVER CROSS the rail EVER, u might get away with it if the guard is facing the tomb
rubberduky55 11 months ago
Very very nice. Other guards around the world rely mostly on policemen to keep the spectators in order. But I think this imposes respect more absolute without breaking the ceremony. First time to see something like this and very impressive. These are real guards.
theodogeo 1 year ago 5
Do they wear parkas when it snows an raincoats when it rains?
SnickleFritz79 1 year ago
@SnickleFritz79 No, I don't think they do. There are some vids of them during snow etc.
Toddinfantry 11 months ago
anyone know what he said?
MrDC1995 1 year ago
@feldman13 So an officer follows them around for the rest of their life to make sure they do not drink or swear? Hmm, probably not maybe we should dig deeper. Where did you find this "FACT".
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
It's always humbling to see them doing this duty, even for a fellow soldier.
The one thing I can't tell from the video is what was the person doing? You only see a hand. I've watched them do this many times but have never seen a guard have to challenge anyone like that.
Willysmb44 1 year ago 2
@Willysmb44 The spectator dropped a water bottle and was trying to retrieve it. Even though it was in good intentions you "DO NOT" cross the rail.
OneMindsEye 1 year ago
@RickInIsh Thank you I appreciate your kind words. Always remember "jokes" are intended to be funny, not whiny and childish.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
@RickInIsh I stand by my statement.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
After further research I have also found that the side arm carried by the relief commander is also unloaded.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
@bucknat1 I am guessing you are a wannabe or a child, otherwise there is no other reason for your ignorant comment.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
how embarressing, haha
nickgt111 1 year ago
@nickgt111 lol,i thought the same... probably in front of his kids or friends... shame shame...haha.
damshley 1 year ago
There are several youtube videos showing the sentinels reacting with similar language when someone encroaches on the restricted area; so obviously they are trained in how to react. It brings up the question: What does their training say they should do if someone is foolish enough not to back off at the warning?
bus114 1 year ago
A similar thing happened to our group. We (our group) were visiting the tomb and the man was making his cycles. He had dropped his cell phone beyond the rail and had apparently tried to get it. He stepped forward, gun in hand (s?) and told him something that sounded to me like "no flash photography", but I was further away. He returned to his post. The changing of guard happened right after, and once it was finished, a less gilded soldier walked out and retrieved it. I doubt he got it back.
therandomexample 1 year ago
They are guarding as I write this... that is amazing dedication
Xskate4funX 1 year ago
@3rosesred thankyou.
USAFFuturePilot 1 year ago
@3rosesred Thank you . I assumed that was the case but wanted to not post without have as I said before facts.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
@wyldsydeDOTNET According to your description, the guards cannot shoot anyone, but if someone was lethal enough to kill a man, would the Honor Guards be allowed by law to shoot back? This is purely a curious question.
em0andl33t 1 year ago
@em0andl33t Quite a few years ago a man charged the tomb with a gun, and was subdued by the Guards, the Guards carry "UNLOADED" weapons, all of the weapons are unloaded. There are MPs at the nearby Army base, and there are Police and security guards around the cemetery. If you are planning something however let me know how it works out.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
Kill! The Old Guard is amazing. 'nuff said.
nexttoradio 1 year ago
I don't know what's more impressive; that he reacted so fast, or that he did it in stride, as if it was planned all along. I always wondered what would happen if something actually happened during a CotG ceremony, figured they'd break the routine and react like any normal soldier on a battlefield.
Thesterness 1 year ago
I don't think he actually "yelled". He was doing his job and telling the guy to get back where he belongs. That's the way the give orders. Before this ceremony begins, everyone is told to stay back, there are signs, etc. It is his job to maintain the utmost respect for the unknown.
merryapple1 1 year ago
he got owned.. and was nearly banished...
IllestRealest 1 year ago
Don't mess with these guards!
tedfio1tedfio1 1 year ago
Are Marines not allowed the guard the tomb?
Is it only the Army that protects the tomb?
Or is there something similar for Marines?
PowerfulFellow 1 year ago
@PowerfulFellow Only Army guards the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago 13
@wyldsydeDOTNET Because the Marines would have bayonetted that guy.
RickInIsh 1 year ago
@RickInIsh Yes, the Marines would have directly disobeyed orders and killed an American citizen for crossing a rail in an attempt to not disrespect the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. You sir are a gentlemen and a scholar. Or maybe a childish person who must not possess the base intelligence it takes to respect all branches of the United States Armed forces. Yeah probably more of the last one!
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago 2
@wyldsydeDOTNET and the Oklahoma Civil Air Patrol (as of may of 2010) my good friend was a part of it and he is a civilian.
cbkraft 10 months ago
@cbkraft What are you saying? That the OCAP is part of the Tomb Guards? not this one if that is what you are implying you are wrong.
wyldsydeDOTNET 10 months ago
@PowerfulFellow it is the tomb of the unknown SOLDIER...not Marine.
DirectoresCortar 1 year ago
@PowerfulFellow That is an honor for the Army. As a Retired Marine, I/We understand the directive for the 3RDID. We are proud for them in what they represent. Each service has it's own special unique duties that help highlight the best in the service. For the Marines, it is guarding the foreign embassies, the "President's Own" concert band, the Silent Drill Platoon and HMX-1. The USAF guards and maintains Air Force 1.
jimmymac63 1 year ago
@PowerfulFellow It's an Army Post, Fort Myer, all services participate in the burials, but noone else is allowed to Guard the Tomb of the Unknowns to my knowledge...
goldenbuns 1 year ago
@PowerfulFellow Marines get to guard the President. :)
EvilFurby24 1 year ago
@EvilFurby24 Are you talking about the MSG team at the White House? Because they don't guard the President at all. They're basically just doormen.
tpbman121 1 year ago
@PowerfulFellow There is something similar for Marines. We have the Presidential Guard. As you will see Marines outside of the White House and Marine One (the Helo).
bigc0225 1 year ago
wyldesyde, do youknow what the guards did during 9/11? Were they still on guard or did they go to help?
God bless all those who serve our country.
USAFFuturePilot 1 year ago
@USAFFuturePilot Great question I started searching but have yet to find anything. If anyone has "FACTS" not opinion or myth, please post it here.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
I know they guard the Tomb 24/7 365 days a year, no matter what the weather is. I went to D.C. for an 8th grade field trip, and our school got to be part of the wreath ceremony, and they told us that the Tomb has been patrolled and guarded 24/7 continuously since 1930. One of the most amazing things I have ever witnessed in my life. Its definitely something that gives you "goose bumps" and that proud feeling in your heart.
BigC7906 1 year ago
@USAFFuturePilot ....They stay and guard the Tomb, 24/7,365 Days a year. The news did say that there were personnel from the 3rd Infantry that assisted at the Pentagon.
adcnortty 1 year ago
how stupid of that person to do that.Thats flat out disrespectful.
Kaitlynn7890 1 year ago
for the people who think the guard challenging the visitor is wrong think about what you're saying, which is basically that the guard of the tomb should not guard the tomb. what's the point of having a guard if they are not there to "guard everything within the limits of their post."
ascheylus 1 year ago
I think a butt-stroke or head-stomp was in order!!!
rudetuber 1 year ago
hahhahahaha awsome
paradox10000 1 year ago
"Also they can swear, and they can drink" not on duty, I hope.
warblerab 1 year ago
@warblerab No on duty they are dedicated soldiers. Unfortunately there are a ton of myths that people pass on stupidly without fact checking.
wyldsydeDOTNET 1 year ago
What did he say?
DarkBlood1337 1 year ago
@DarkBlood1337 "It is requested that all the visitors remain behind the chains and rails."
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