A Sentinel's last walk

[@cjmo75]

One of my drill sergeants when I went to basic was a former Sentinel. He was probably the most squared away soldier I've ever seen and to this day, one of the people who made the most positive impacts on my life. I will always respect and remember him.

[@evanshaffer841]

Chris Mollo wow

[@DravenReactions]

I'd shit a brick if I went to basic and my DS was a formal Sentinel

[@hughjassFrom7YearsAgo]

@@DravenReactions i did shit a brick when some idiot tried to cross the brim. Holy shit do they have a loud voice when they are angry

[@loreleipetry3821]

Thanks for posting. That is my husband changing the guard and we don't have too many videos of him. It was such an honor for our family to be a part of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Brett Hyde is also an incredible soldier, our country is lucky to have men like this giving their all to protect us.

[@josephmccoy3937]

Did you get to talk to your husband??

[@loreleipetry3821]

Yes, but they do work very long shifts and stay there a lot. Such an amazing place, we miss being there. Most of the soldiers only work there 2 or 3 years since it is such a demanding position.

[@josephmccoy3937]

+Lorelei Petry I watched a video and it said they never got to talk to family

[@loreleipetry3821]

Maybe a long time ago when the soldiers lived in tomb quarters, but they have a pretty normal life. Just not allowed to get in any trouble or their badge # gets revoked. Also, they don't spend much time with family since they only get one full day off out of every nine days.

[@exposerofraud7368]

I used to visit these tombs while I lived in USA 1992-2003. Seen to many Americans disregard and disrespect those who died for them. Anyway, the dedication of the Sentinels had my deep appreciation.

[@brodiebrodiebrodie1]

The unknown soldier, a man who fought for everyone...and yet no one knows his name...heavy.

[@auntkaz422]

We may not know their names, but they are ours. To the depths of our souls.

[@madddawgg5133]

Michael Joseph Blassie. That’s his name.

[@s3vensixtwo460]

@@madddawgg5133 Since being identified through DNA testing, Lt Blassie was removed from the Tomb of the unknown soldier and buried elsewhere. His empty crypt now bears the inscription "Honoring and Keeping Faith with America's Missing Servicemen." 2 other unidentified soldiers' bodies are entombed there. 1 from WWI and the Korean conflict I believe.

[@fallout0624]

@@s3vensixtwo460 3 soldiers lay in the tomb, the first and second world wars, and Korea. Vietnam is the only one to lay empty

[@queenofdahouse1591]

@@s3vensixtwo460and from WW2

[@grumpyoldbiker1118]

Thank you, Specialist Hyde, for guarding and paying tribute to our nation's honored dead for all this time. I'm grateful for your sacrifices.

[@TheCustomsMP]

Congratulations, Specialist Hyde, on a job well done! Carry on, Soldier! Michael D. Austing US Army MP Corps Former SSG 1967-1981

Roger That!! Of The Troops, For The Troops!

[@blackferdinand2260]

Mike Austing you died?

[@brennanburns5737]

Chronicles of Jojo former ssg those years

[@tristanh2282]

Mike Austing Thank you for your service.

[@rschmidtschmidt6810]

@@blackferdinand2260 his ghost is forever on youtube

[@austinhoover2659]

I had the honor to see the changing of the guard, it was truly awesome

[@RacerGirl48]

I've seen it 3 times. One of my favorite things

[@troy9477]

The Sentinels are a fantastic tradition, and very moving. It is a fitting tribute to all of our fallen. With modern technology, hopefully there will never be any more unknown soldiers.

[@JC-11111]

Wow. This really means something to me now. Having lost a friend in Iraq, and then burying my daughter 3 years ago really puts life & death into perspective. All gave Some. Some gave All. Men & women who gave the ultimate sacrifice. You ALL have my respect and admiration. I get teary-eyed every time I see Arlington, now. Rest in Peace Pfc Joshua C Burrows, US Army. 15 OCT 86 TO 26 NOV 06. KIA near Baghdad, Iraq in an EFP attack on his humvee. We love you and miss you, Josh.

[@JC-11111]

You'll always be my hero, bro. Always. Never Forgotten.

[@JC-11111]

Josh was part of 1-8 Cavalry E Co stationed out of Ft Hood, Texas. Josh was from Bossier City, LA. Bossier City renamed a road in honor of Josh, called Pfc Joshua C Burrows Memorial Drive. I miss him every time I drive down it. And then automatically think of him & his truck...a silver & black Dodge Dakota Super Bee. I'll always associate Josh with that truck. Planning on getting a Super Bee tattoo at some point to honor Josh.

[@Last_one_before_I_go]

JC, I'm sorry to read the loss of both your friend and daughter. This is an unfair world.

[@paulbowers7343]

Witnessed this as a brand new Second Lieutenant back in 1970. Still sends chills 47 years and an Army career later. The best of the best doing honor to those who gave all. No mission too difficult, no sacrifice too great. DUTY FIRST!

[@blutoad6]

I have the greatest Respect for these Guards, What they do is carry on something that should never be changed -- It is called HONOR TRADITION and RESPECT I Salute Them !!! from a Marine

[@1933essex]

Thank you son. It is an honor to call you an American. You are truely what we need more of in what is left of this country

[@forward876]

I have always been inspired by these men and the ideals they represent-Jamaican

[@OarsmanPower]

What an honor that must be. Whenever I am in Washington, paying my respect at Arlington is my Number One thing to do. 🇺🇸

[@timothyboles6457]

Thank you Sentinel for your service

[@4QBUD]

What a Great and Honerable comment made by SPC Brett Hyde, in my opinion.

[@gordongekko4752]

The two hardest to earn and rarest US Army badges are: 1. Astronaut and 2. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

[@jamesscott9081]

Such an amazing piece of our country's tradition. Nothing but respect for our soldiers, and thank you for your service.

[@Closeoutracer]

Good job Brett. Ever Faithful.

[@Angelkid190]

This reminds me of when I use to be in ROTC in highschool. Makes me want to cry and so I can't watch another of these videos.

[@baconsandwich2007]

Now that is a very impressive piece of drill! Solemn, dignified and carried out with precision and pride in every respect.

[@brucewayne7773]

That has to be tough. but also great. the honor that such a position brings a man will never be matched by anyone else in his life.

[@tmaddrummer]

God Bless you Brett Hyde! I share your tears....

[@mystercl]

Makes me so proud to be an American!

[@mrfrogg46able]

Harold B Roger that

[@aek1928]

Nothing but absolute full respect to these soldiers. If I had a company, I wouldn't hesitate to employ a Sentinel given that there was a position that they were qualified to undertake.

[@robertdawson8522]

I was an Honor Guard in Ft.Huachuca Arizona in 1981 and though I've become a very jaded rarely fazed by anything man over the years the sight of Soldiers and Marines doing duty as color guard or escorts for military funerals still runs a chill through me and takes me back to my days participating in such an experience.

[@billturner4427]

Makes me want to cry

[@MangoHombre]

EVERYONE in the crowd was very respectful.

[@dougbourdo2589]

Each visit to Arlington to honor friends buried there I spend at least a few hours enjoying the Guards Honoring ALL our service men & women there.

[@kenshiloh]

Thank you!

[@richardschindler8822]

Thank you for your service.

[@Trainmaster1907]

These are some of the greatest people in the world and even though there may be no reason for them regaining security they are nessary and the greatest soldiers. Great job

[@mikerexaccuseasondeveloper2046]

God bless them. I love that our nation pays such respect to our fallen heroes.

[@wilhard45]

My salute to the sentinels from the Old Guard. Very impressive. I understand that the guards may not consume alcohol while a member of the guard, on duty or off duty. Also, that once separated they are expected to return their sentinel card if they ever consume alcohol. As a former Marine, no way I could ever be that hard corps. Well done soldier.

[@tommyodonnell9]

The no alcohol - swearing - smoking is just internet lore.

[@mikearakelian6368]

Military tradition runs deep in my family.. 1st,2nd WW, vietnam, and Korea. All were army except my self... And im positive my side all appreciate there dedication....

[@astonished1]

Thank you Spc. Brett Hyde. So much respect for your and your brothers care of our unknowns - they are truly never forgotten while you dedicated men stand tall.

[@daisyguzman8481]

THANK YOU

[@martycech5844]

Thank You for your service...

[@ABCABC-hn1xw]

You make us proud to be American thank you Guards

[@Celic1837]

They have shoe imprints and marked almost as dark as tar.. I find that amazing

[@joshgray3888]

These E4 and below doing this will make great NCOs one day

[@Don69730]

Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

There is only ONE Army Badge more rare, Army Astronaut, which has only 16 members......

[@HotCacahuete]

And guess why? They realize it's too soon for fucking space marines

[@chrisj197438]

Don B Internet tough guy

[@jonsummerville9022]

As a fellow graduate from the Ft Benning School for Wayward Boys I congratulate you on your achievement...I unfortunately was already on a different path and since I met the height requirement a couple of my Drills were trying hard to push me towards the Old Guard...but I was given the honor of placing one of the original Green Berets (a keepsake of a relative who served with COL Banks) on the grave of JFK...just remember the words we learned from 'Iron Mike' on the plains of Malone... "FOLLOW ME" 11B2P 1988-1992

[@soonerjontheconservative636]

a true hero and a true American. God bless.

[@keithpurduecroft]

Outstanding work, Soldier!!

[@_roseanevieira]

Respect 🙏✝️

[@sutonchef]

GOD BLESS THE SENTINALS OF ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETARY

[@colethornton4285]

Respects to all of those who diligently guard the tomb with respect from this old retired CPO.

[@rektralph6778]

These dudes are sharp, man.

[@samuelestepp725]

The 2/3 served with my brigade the 199th LIB in Vietnam

[@donaldparlettjr3295]

To the soldiers guarding the tomb"Scouts Out!" And thank you.

[@WRKF0RAMMO3]

much respect.

[@collguyjoe99]

Was never tall enough for 1st batt, but damn proud to have been a part of 2nd batt!

[@gibbyace5077]

whats that?

[@collguyjoe99]

2nd Batt, 3RD Infantry Stryker @ Ft Lewis WA.

[@spaz5666]

God bless

[@behindyou6427]

Witch one was him the one checking the rifle or the other one

[@Keleneki]

Respect.

[@myparentskid]

Well done, good video.

[@noahhuraan5353]

They wear glasses to hide their eyes and to block emotion from being seen from them…. That’s my guess anyway, I can only imagine how much harder this would be if they didn’t have glasses

[@Teddingtin]

ad victoriam sentinel

[@laxkyleball8663]

Jesus Christ shut your ass

[@CosmicCyber]

The BOS are just tech hoarders

[@HoopyAmero]

Sentinel for 3 years and still a Specialist? Are you not allowed to go to the board while you're a Sentinel?

[@isaiahfry2798]

Amero he could of started a private.

[@HoopyAmero]

It's been a while and I may have miss remember things but even if you start off as a E-1 it would take 1 year to make it to specialist, and that's without getting wavers. Which I would understand if you're in a big unit and you're either not getting the limited amount of wavers because you're a pogue or your 1Sgt is screwing the lower enlisted in exchange for promotions. (this happened in a unit I was in, he was told to "retire" and nothing came of it) But for a Sentinel? Such a prestigious position, you figure he'd get promoted just a quick as someone on the trail. Hell, we have real gun-ho guys come in E-4, E-5 by year one and make E-6 around re-enlistment (end of 3rd year). But ya gotta really want it, and not suck at PT. (E-1 aka E-nothing because you have no rank on your collar and your recruiter is a lazy blue falcon for failing to square you away for basic.)

[@isaiahfry2798]

Amero 2 years for specialist.

[@HoopyAmero]

Oh snap, I looked it up, tis is 24 months. Man, that's a crazy long time to be a dang PFC haha! And I guess those guys I seen go from Sgt to Ssg in my unit on their first contract must've done it under a four year contract with 48 months tis.

[@SPACKLEBOX]

There are instances where one may receive a waiver for promotion to SPC on the 18 month mark, as was my case. Also I imagine that Sentinels are exceedingly rare so they might not have had the flexibility to send him off to BLC to earn his stripes. If that was the case, the right answer would be for leaders to ensure that all soldiers have the maximum opportunity to develop and advance their military skills and careers. Then again it's possible that he never wanted to become an NCO and stick with the E4 Mafia - again as was my case lol.

[@fishyc150]

Do they use different drill moves to anywhere else? I've never seen that foot slapping thing elsewhere...

[@tommyodonnell9]

Tomb has a very specific SOP.

[@aztecwarrior6284]

Keep up the fire troop!!!

[@Inspadave]

Good job Specialist. Now you can get back into the real Army, and do a truly important job.

[@tommyodonnell9]

While you sit in mommy's house, keyboard commando.

[@brasilsoccer0]

Question to a sentinel if reading this: what thoughts comes to ur mind while there?

[@tommyodonnell9]

You are focused on the mission. Second nature is counting 21 with everything you do. You also are aware of your surroundings at all times.

[@matthewslavin1498]

Why was half the crowd wearing PT belts?

[@moribell1083]

They make you invincible.

[@JB00GIE22]

Probably a field trip and they didn’t want to lose any kids

[@normanalvarez5751]

God bless our soldiers

[@alistairmcfetrich6680]

Respect

[@Ih8kone]

Was he retiring? If he was hats off to him.

[@kylebullard4780]

I don't know how they do this all day...

[@draftsv]

They go in 1hr30min intervals. They don't have only 1 soldier guard the tomb for 24 hours.

[@thanhho4943]

Sentinel so handsome badass tall and muscular very gentlemen

[@Denzel_Watchington]

Attention to detail: 0:50 that salute isn't quite 45 degrees from the elbow..... haha

[@KrazyKajun602]

Is there a set amount of time a guard can be a Sentinel guard?

[@tommyodonnell9]

No, most stay at the Tomb a couple of years.

[@amesavis]

he is a tall drink of water! it brings home the many pains war causes

[@Cjnw]

You mean lemonade!

[@apburner1]

I didn't realize that "for the last time" was an authorized drill command.

[@tommyodonnell9]

It is permitted for a last walk.

[@cadenmarcell6637]

How long do they stay out there?

[@RacerGirl48]

30 minutes at a time in the summer an hour in the winter

[@jackwhite9395]

Why doesn't have any rank insignia on his shoulder?

[@robjohnson1996]

+Rusty White They don't wear SSI on the Old Guard uniforms, its an entirely different uniform from the Class A.

[@jackwhite9395]

OK Tks. I like knowing this sort of stuff.

[@6000cs]

+Rusty White Additionally, no rank insignia is displayed in order to insure that no guard outranks one of the unknowns.

[@jackwhite9395]

Now that's totally understandable. Tks.

[@rhonapaul810]

The rank of the entombed soldier is unknown. To avoid the disrespect of being guarded by someone of a higher rank, the sentinel wears no visible rank insignia

[@vagelisdimka7638]

RESPECT.PROFESSIONALISM.USA!!!!

[@Food24112]

I'm confused why was it his last time?

[@BillPresson]

Food 2411 end of his tour of duty in that position

[@Food24112]

Bill Presson Ohh thanks for the info

[@Driftin]

are the rifles loaded

[@junonovamusic]

flightMC Most of the time no, but these ones might be loaded.

[@joenobody8366]

no, but they are watched and assistance is only moments away

[@DualsPortvet]

A little late to the game, but good job solder.

[@maustin1965]

# hero

[@PyrateMickey]

dont see many pog's doing that job... wonder why... :O

[@isaiahfry2798]

Mikey Busch not allowed too.

[@brucewayne7773]

Mad Mike because fuck em

[@mercedesgonzalez96]

TERROR!

[@lonw.7016]

i carry grey

[@Miss_Loving]

Jesus Christ our Lord and our Savior, is The WAY, The TRUTH, and The LIFE! Confess with your mouth and believe in your heart that Jesus Christ is Lord of your life. Believe in His death, burial and resurrection for the sins of all human-kind and you will be saved. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, may Father God, our Creator bless you in the Glorious name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. 🙏

[@neilsteinberg4899]

At least I now know how to pick up chicks.

[@mercedesgonzalez96]

Dejavu

[@velcroman11]

Why doesn't the Australian Government offer the same respect to our fallen as does the Yanks. Who stands guard over our fallen? Many countries show respect to their Unknown Soldier don't Australians that gave their lives for those that survived. I think it is really disrespectful1

[@idunbeezasmart1]

Melbourne's recent addition of female traffic lights and a deliberate campaign to enlist females over males, because "muh equality", probably has a lot to do with why the Australian government doesn't give two shits about their brave fallen heroes.

[@mercedesgonzalez96]

Terrorifico. La muerte...

[@williamhamilton2430]

Mercedes Gonzalez dd

[@louvekasy9005]

K

[@raulnavvvejasiii9130]

ThANK YOU GOD IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST FOR EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATES IN BeING GUARDS OF THE TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN SOLDIERS. SuCH GREAT PRIDE AND HONOR WHENEVER I SEE ThIS. ThANKS.

[@willainsworth8167]

Gg I

[@BodybuildingSteve]

so you become a sentinel if your to scared to go on the front line?

[@tommyodonnell9]

Hardly. 🙄

[@MrCRMoir]

They no allowed to have hair nah? Troops could be better utilized, consideration of drones or camera to cover the tomb.

[@kaseyboles30]

It's not just about guarding the tomb. It's about honoring those interred and all those they represent, past present and future. It's about the families that may never receive true closure. It's about so much more I just don't have the words for.

[@andrekootstra4211]

eng en absurd gestoord... vind je het raar dat ze daar zo,n, ,,vreemde president,,???? hebben

[@shirosenshiesq]

All these people thanking him for his service. Doing what? Marching backwards and forwards in front of an empty building for hours on end? On a little rubber mat so they don't hurt their poor toes? Give me a break.

[@chadscombatvet9182]

Coward asswipe!

[@shirosenshiesq]

@@chadscombatvet9182 imagine simping this hard for the military

[@WembleyGaming]

What a horrid uniform