What is the guarding schedule for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

What is the guarding schedule for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

• A. Weekdays only
• B. 24/7, 365 days a year, regardless of weather
• C. During daylight hours only
• D. 3 shifts per day

Answer: (B)

Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is an around-the-clock duty that embodies eternal vigilance. It is protected continuously—24 hours a day, every day of the year, in all weather—by the Tomb Guards of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). The constant presence ensures the sentinel watch never lapses, honoring unknown fallen soldiers. Weekdays only, daylight hours only, or only a few shifts would create gaps and would not reflect the tradition of unbroken vigilance.

Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is an around-the-clock duty that embodies eternal vigilance. It is protected continuously—24 hours a day, every day of the year, in all weather—by the Tomb Guards of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). The constant presence ensures the sentinel watch never lapses, honoring unknown fallen soldiers. Weekdays only, daylight hours only, or only a few shifts would create gaps and would not reflect the tradition of unbroken vigilance.