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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier...Marines>Hurricane (imgur.com)

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[–]chesticleez 112 points113 points ago

Soldiers, not Marines.

[–]Heraty 15 points16 points ago

Still, massive respect where it's due.

[–]Dreally[S] 12 points13 points ago

My bad, should have looked it up before posting because I was clearly wrong.

[–]funnyfaceking 15 points16 points ago

September 2012, not Sandy

[–]chesticleez 0 points1 point ago

No sweat, was a soldier and my old Platoon Sergeant was in the Old Guard unit. He'd have had kittens if he were a Redditor. :)

Edit: Old Guard not Honor Guard. See, none of us are perfect.

[–]jaxspider -1 points0 points ago

I hope you don't mind, But I crossposted this to a photography Subreddit.

http://redd.it/12a6y6

[–]rageear 23 points24 points ago

That photo was not taken today:

https://twitter.com/The_Old_Guard/status/262948037536649217

[–]DaveBeCrazy 3 points4 points ago

There are a lot of fake or misleading photos landing on facebook right now, this one and the stupid Statue of Liberty with calm water and Sandy in the background.

Why aren't real photos from this storm good enough for some people? Ugh.

[–]thinksInCode 1 point2 points ago

That Statue of Liberty one looks like a Michael Bay film.

[–]DaveBeCrazy 0 points1 point ago

I find it funny that someone would think that tiny little storm could pretend to be Sandy.

[–]Wartburg13 13 points14 points ago

And they will be there during the entire storm.

[–]4PM 7 points8 points ago

May I ask why? I am guessing their presence is symbolic... is that symbolism worth more than their safety?

[–]ThatBeardedCarGuy 22 points23 points ago

Yes. I know it sounds bad on paper, but they go into it knowing they could die today. They won't move unless they are knocked off their feet or they are relieved of duty, which I can't see happening.

[–]Frankeh 2 points3 points ago

Yes. I know it sounds bad on paper, but they go into it knowing they could die today. They won't move unless they are knocked off their feet or they are relieved of duty, which I can't see happening.

This sounds like hyperbole hoorah bollocks frankly. It's a nice thought but if they're truly in danger they're not just going to stand there and take a tree to the face.

[–]funnyfaceking 1 point2 points ago

arlington cemetery is a huge place, with a lot of expert architecture going into the design and landscaping, as well...if the army is going to defend our shores from all threats, foreign and domestic, surely they have made preparations for hyperbole hoorah bollocks frankly.

[–]VelvetElvis 1 point2 points ago

Yes, they are.

[–]kiwisdontbounce 0 points1 point ago

Source?

[–]Frankeh -2 points-1 points ago

This is how I imagine anyone that talks about honour in the forces, dying for their country or mentions the difference between ex and former marine looks.

It's like no one's ever met someone who's in the forces. They're almost exclusively fuck heads.

The more prestigious they are, the worse people they are from my experience.

[–]4PM -3 points-2 points ago

We all could die each day. That doesn't mean that standing out in a hurricane is a good idea. Dying for an idea... that's something I can understand. Dying for some meaningless symbolism? edit Not meaningless.. that's the wrong word. Symbolism for symbolism's sake is more like what I was going for /edit That's not something I can get behind. Give me liberty or give me death is a far cry from not going out in a hurricane to guard a grave.

[–]barkevious 72 points73 points ago

This sort of thing is the stock and trade of soldiers all around the world. They're frequently asked or expected to risk their lives for purely symbolic reasons - protecting a flag in battle, say. They do this because, as you intuit, they don't believe that the symbolism is meaningless. They believe that the flag, or the tomb, or whatever, represents or expresses some truth or principle that is more important than their lives. They enjoy feeling that, by standing that guard under hazardous conditions, they're becoming part of something larger than themselves.

And why shouldn't they? You get to pick and choose the symbols that are important to you, but unless you want to offer some generalized critique of symbolism per se, it seems obvious that you are going to find certain symbols that are worth endangering yourself to protect.

[–]EvilSockPuppet 6 points7 points ago

That's the best way I've seen it described. It obviously means a lot to them and they're honored to be allowed to protect.

But still, I doubt any of the fallen would want to see a brother/sister harmed trying to protect their grave, symbolic or otherwise.

[–]metasyntactic 2 points3 points ago

There are no symbols I'd die, or even risk injury for. That said, if someone else wants to, that's their call and no one else's. I have no problem with it so long as they're not being coerced into it.

[–]Aticon -2 points-1 points ago

You get to pick and choose the symbols that are important to you

I have symbols important to me, none of which I would risk my life for. Because I know they are indeed symbols in the end.

[–]13east 2 points3 points ago

Then you have never been in love.

[–]barn_burner 0 points1 point ago

Well said.

[–]IanCorey 10 points11 points ago

The symbolism of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is the IDEA that the Honor Guards are watching over and protecting all those in the military that have no funeral or return celebration or are still out there struggling in POW camps. The Honor Guards are byfar the most prestigious and honorable military faction in the country. It is harder to become an Honor Guard than an astronaut for NASA. What they do is more than just symbolism or just another idea. They stand there protecting the remains of two unknown soldiers in the tomb and all unknown soldiers around the world.

[–]elfonzi 1 point2 points ago

That is all well and good but it is not harder to be an old guard than an astronaut, you simply have to look at the fact that there have been less active astronauts in history than there are soldiers in the old guard currently, and a shit ton more people grow up wanting to be an astronaut.

[–]IanCorey 0 points1 point ago

I learned 3 years ago that the Guard was the highest military post even above astronauts. Although this was 3 years ago and I was in 8th grade so it isn't the most reliable info and I may be mistaken. Also NASA is much more publicized than the Guard and who wouldn't want to an astronaut and float in space as a kid.

I would have a link to my information but I am unable to find the ranks of the factions and due to Neil Armstrong's funeral all I can find is that the Guard presented the 21 gun salute.

[–]elfonzi 2 points3 points ago

Highest honor for the military I agree, I am just saying it is harder to become an astronaut just due to the many requirements that can immediately eliminate you and the large list of do's that you have to have checked off to be remotely likely to be selected.

[–]pulloverman 7 points8 points ago

They do it because this is all the Unknowns get. They don't get to walk in parades, they don't get VA benefits, there's no family that comes to their grave, no name engraved on a wall. They made the ultimate sacrifice and no one even knows who they were. So this is how we show our respect. This is all they get. In the end, it's a small sacrifice in order to demonstrate that No One is left behind.

[–]ecu11b 12 points13 points ago

There is something to be said about tradition and the tradition is strengthened by the hurricane and these men standing guard.

[–]rickrossroll 3 points4 points ago

dying for an idea = dying for meaningless symbolism.

It's about passion, honor, and duty. When you sign up for the military you agree to die for your country, regardless of what will kill you, no questions asked. This is part of it.

If you don't like it you don't have to join. But don't criticize these men for living up to the standard which they agreed to meet.

[–]4PM 1 point2 points ago

I certainly am not criticizing these men. I'm criticizing the decision making power of a government that would have them endanger themselves for symbolism.

And no, you don't sign up to die for your country. You sign up to defend the ideals of your country even if it means death. Two very different things.

[–]rickrossroll -1 points0 points ago

You're obviously not military.

[–]4PM 1 point2 points ago

No, I'm not but that doesn't make my opinion meaningless. Just like we, the people depend on the military to keep us safe from foreign enemies, the military depends on us, the people to keep their government from using the military in ways that would needlessly put their lives at risk. These men (and women) are our families. Their lives aren't something to be frittered away.

[–]rickrossroll 0 points1 point ago

It makes your opinion meaningless in the case as to why those men are standing out there (although this photo was taken in september and the park is actually closed today). They serve at a highly desirable and respected post with a high number of volunteers in an all volunteer military. They are willing to die for their country period. They don't ask for you to understand or respect it, nor do they care if you do.

Your comment has nothing to do with anything going on here.

[–]Rmountz95 -1 points0 points ago

My guess is you're not an American. No American would ever say that one man risking his life to honor another is meaningless. These guys do this out of respect for men who have payed the ultimate sacrifice.

[–]GEV46 9 points10 points ago

The Soldiers have ways to ensure their safety if the conditions get too bad, while at the same time maintaining their guard.

[–]Aeon221 0 points1 point ago

You're right, if it were a legitimate threat they've got ways of shutting that shit down.

[–]Helassaid 7 points8 points ago

Their duty is to guard this tomb.

Period.

Rain, snow, lightning, locusts, firestorm, impending meteor strike, alien invasion, or war.

They will guard the tomb.

[–]Frankeh -4 points-3 points ago

Does no one see how silly that is? Sure it's symbolic but I'm sure if the unknown or know soldiers were alive they'd be like 'Dude, just go. It's a lump of rock. No need to get struck by lightning or hit by a tree for it.'

Guns aren't even very effective against a hurricane.

[–]funnyfaceking 1 point2 points ago

they are not guarding against a hurricane, they are guarding, period.

[–]Frankeh 1 point2 points ago

The last line was a joke.

Anyway, I don't see the point. I'm sure there's some shelter they can take and still do their guard duties. Needlessly standing out in a hurricane seems pointless to me.

Nice gesture, but ultimately pointless.

[–]Derelyk 0 points1 point ago

The gesture isn't to the men in the tomb, it isn't to the men's family.

The gesture is to private David A. Smith serving in Afghanistan, and to his family. The gesture is to Rescue Swimmer Paul D. Jones working out of Fairbanks Alaska.

And there is a shelter, next to the tomb.

[–]funnyfaceking -2 points-1 points ago

you sure made up your mind about that

[–]Expressman 3 points4 points ago

I'm pretty sure they are volunteers. If they want to take that risk I'm sure has hell not going to stop them.

[–]ShibuyaStation 2 points3 points ago

They're not volunteers. It's a duty station, but it's a very very sought after duty. You pretty much have to be top shit to get selected for those orders.

[–]GEV46 8 points9 points ago

You have to volunteer to try out to be a Sentinel.

[–]munkyxtcNW Of Philadelphia 6 points7 points ago

These soldiers know exactly what they are getting into when they set out to become a Sentinel; I'd be willing to bet all would consider this an honor and privilege and not even considering taking cover from the elements unless absolutely necessary. Here is a quick blurb out them directly from Arlington National Cemetery.

"Whether under a blazing sun, unsheltered from driving rains, or in freezing snow, they perform their duty with great precision and military bearing. Each of them is a volunteer from the 3rd Infantry, eligible to apply for duty as a sentinel ONLY after they have already been ceremonially qualified in The Old Guard. Each soldier among them is physically fit for the demanding responsibility and between 5'10" and 6'4" tall with a proportionate weight and build.

Acceptance in The Old Guard's Company E does not assure a volunteer that he will become one of the fewer than 400 soldiers in the last 45 years to earn the distinctive Tomb Guard Badge. Before any soldier is allowed "a walk", he must memorize seven pages of history on Arlington National Cemetery and then recite it verbatim. If a soldier finishes this phase and is granted "a walk", he enters a new phase of training known as "new-soldier training". In addition to extensive training in the manual of arms, the guard change ceremony, and the intricacies of military ritual, the new-soldier is required to memorize additional information on Arlington, including the grave locations of nearly 300 veterans.

It may take months for a soldier to earn the right to TEST to wear the coveted silver Tomb Guard Identification badge, and even then, the award is temporary. Only after the sentinel has served at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for nine months does the award become permanent. "

EDIT: I remembered I actually took a video when my wife and I visited DC 2 years ago. Its around 9minute total but its worth a watch if you've never witnessed the ceremony before.

sorry in advance, its a FB link...

[–]myruxx 3 points4 points ago

And you volunteer to be in the military. They are completely volunteer.

[–]donttossme 0 points1 point ago

Until you sign that contract and complete recruit training. Then you're voluntold.

[–]Chmichonga 0 points1 point ago

that cries out volunteerism to me.

[–]tehhunter -1 points0 points ago

Fun fact: it is the second hardest to get duty station in the military, just after bring an astronaut.

[–]Wartburg13 2 points3 points ago

http://www.snopes.com/military/unknown.asp

It is a lot like the Royal Guard in GB.

[–]upturn 3 points4 points ago

I don't think they would want to be anywhere else right now.

And there are plenty of people who wish they were there.

[–]retiredfireman -3 points-2 points ago

first - I didn't mean to hit 'report' sorry- meant to hit'reply'* please disregard that one****\

[–]GEV46 44 points45 points ago

They're still out there right now. One of my friends was walking the mat this morning. And, of course, they're Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). They have guarded the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 24 hours a day since April 6, 1948. Anyone want to know anymore facts?

[–]gilligvroom 15 points16 points ago

Someone above asked why they're doing it. "Is that symbolism worth more than their safety?"

I'm not feeling very eloquent, do you think you could share and shed some light on that? I've been there, and read up on The Old Guard quite a bit, so I personally am aware of of what's going on, but I don't think my explanation would do them, or the tomb, justice.

[–]GEV46 27 points28 points ago

The Soldiers have ways to ensure their safety if the conditions get too bad. But, the Soldiers are part of a guard that has maintained a vigil at the Tomb for over 75 years, and they won't quit today.

[–]JoeSicbo 3 points4 points ago

"My dedication to this sacred duty is total and whole-hearted. In the responsibility bestowed on me never will I falter. And with dignity and perseverance my standard will remain perfection. Through the years of diligence and praise and the discomfort of the elements, I will walk my tour in humble reverence to the best of my ability. It is he who commands the respect I protect, his bravery that made us so proud. Surrounded by well meaning crowds by day, alone in the thoughtful peace of night, this soldier will in honored glory rest under my eternal vigilance."

The Sentinel's Creed - Tomb Guard - Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

  • Simon 1971

[–]kiwisdontbounce 0 points1 point ago

So they stand their out of respect? Or to inspire future soldiers as a symbol of bravery and strength?

[–]JoeSicbo 2 points3 points ago

Right. Just like these guys...http://youtu.be/cVSJK1jMxPI

[–]Derelyk 1 point2 points ago

They guard the tomb for many reasons, but as ex-navy the reason I think they do is to tell the grunts and the grunts family serving wherever they are at that every sacrifice whether you are known or unknown will be recognized and remembered.

[–]Dreally[S] 4 points5 points ago

Thanks for the clarification, my bad. I saw this and was moved especially as we are all hunkered down on the east coast. It really reminds you of what is important.

Do you know if they increase the amount of rotations on days with poor weather?

[–]GEV46 2 points3 points ago

They maintain a one hour guard rotation during operating cemetery hours from October 1 to March 31, and a half hour rotation from April 1 to September 31. This doesn't change regardless of the weather.

[–]whytofly 2 points3 points ago

Why do they change from half hour to an hour? Because it is easier to keep warm than cool?

[–]SMZ72 2 points3 points ago

You can always put on more clothes to stay warm. There's a limit to how much you can take off to stay cool. Especially when staying in uniform.

[–]Enrage 2 points3 points ago

Under the sun in a black uniform in an area known for it's hot and humid summers.

[–]MadhouseMedic 4 points5 points ago

Is this like Cat Facts? Because that shit still hasn't stopped....

[–]GEV46 0 points1 point ago

Something like that. ;)

[–]Halsey117College Park MD 2 points3 points ago

More? Yes, please.

[–]GEV46 2 points3 points ago

Anything you're looking for in particular?

[–]Halsey117College Park MD 0 points1 point ago

Do you know which branch/division/etc.. these men are from and how they are selected for this prestigious duty?

[–]GEV46 7 points8 points ago

The Soldiers are from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) which is the Army's oldest active infantry regiment, and a subordinate unit of the Military District of Washington. All Soldiers of The Old Guard are eligible to try out to be a Sentinel, but most will not pass the training. It is rigorous and in depth and covers not only the routine of guarding the tomb, but also the history of the tomb, the unknowns, and the cemetery among other things. The training lasts from 6-9 months on average. Since 1960 only 604 Soldiers have been awarded the Guard Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge.

[–]WhoInvitedRyan 0 points1 point ago

I'm sorry, I'm not quite understanding why they're guarding the tomb.

[–]zulan 2 points3 points ago

Please give him our regards and appreciation. I went to DC and this was one of the things I had to see. We need to remember the sacrifice of these boys.

This is a position of high honor. If they had to abandon the tomb, (which I doubt), I would try to be out there standing by it to the best of my ability.

[–]growinglotus 1 point2 points ago

I posted this on FB and my cousin pointed this out about Arlington Cemetery (I looked it up and it checks out): "Arlington was Robert E. Lee's family home. The Union impounded it and Lincoln made it a cemetery so if Lee ever returned and sat on his porch, he would see nothing but graves."

[–]zulan 1 point2 points ago

Lincoln did not do it, it was a man (and I forget his name) who was in charge of graves and burials for the union army. His son died at Gettsyburg and that is when he impounded the land. The closest graves to his estate house are Gettsyburg casualties.

[–]Derelyk 0 points1 point ago

The reason they guard the tomb is to send a message to private David A. Smith serving in Afghanistan, and to his family. You will not be forgotten.

[–]falser 1 point2 points ago

What exactly are they protecting? A tomb? Why? What's in it? Why does it need armed guards?

[–]GEV46 8 points9 points ago

The Tomb holds a set of unknown remains from World War I, World War II, and the Korean War.

[–]whytofly 0 points1 point ago

I'm sorry for the confusion, but is it one set of remains from each (total of three)? I always thought it was one, because it was the tomb of the unknown soldier, not soldiers.

[–]adx 0 points1 point ago

It began as one and was later expanded. Officially, it has no name.

[–]falser -4 points-3 points ago

And why does it need to be guarded?

[–]richalex2010North Central Connecticut 18 points19 points ago

Respect/honor, not protection.

[–]GEV46 8 points9 points ago

To maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect. In 1926 (I believe) a civilian guard was put in place at the cemetery during operating hours to keep people from doing among other things having picnics on the tomb itself.

[–]ccrraaiigg007 4 points5 points ago

It's symbolic.

[–]phi186 0 points1 point ago

Don't know why you're getting downvoted, people aren't using reddiquette, I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and assume you're not trolling.

[–]hivoltage815 0 points1 point ago

There is 500 pounds of gold buried with the remains and almost every night these pesky grave robbers attempt to break in.

[–]a_little_pixie 1 point2 points ago

Yes, please. I'd love to hear more.

[–]Frankeh -2 points-1 points ago

Who's in the tomb?

[–]GEV46 1 point2 points ago

An unknown Soldier from WWI, an unknown Soldier from WWII, and an unknown Soldier from the Korean War. However, the crypt that previously held the Vietnam unknown is empty, as he has been identified as First Lt. Michael Blassie, and re-interred at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo.

[–]entian 10 points11 points ago

This photo is not from during Hurricane Sandy... Proof from the Old Guard's twitter account

[–]estrangedpenguin 2 points3 points ago

Hard core

[–]midnighttoker04 4 points5 points ago

This is so touching.

[–]iloveyousomuchgaycowEastern PA 4 points5 points ago

This brought tears to my eyes.

[–]blore40 4 points5 points ago

..that were washed away in the rain?

[–]iloveyousomuchgaycowEastern PA 1 point2 points ago

No, that they are standing there guarding his memorial.

[–]antitoaster 1 point2 points ago

Dear Gay cow lover,

I think our friend blore40 was talking about the tears, and how those being a translucent liquid similar to water they could disappear in a large fall of water from the sky.

[–]iloveyousomuchgaycowEastern PA 0 points1 point ago

You don't get the point-this is touching, and the respect fills me with joy.

[–]ecu11b 5 points6 points ago

Those guys are soldiers in the Army not in the Marines

[–]ThatBeardedCarGuy 3 points4 points ago

The respect I have for the men and women who get that assignment is immense.

[–]subdep 2 points3 points ago

Truth be told, I'm sure these guys welcome the challenge during such boring duty (honorable, but boring as fuck, I'm sure). For the first time during this duty, they can feel like they are "in the shit".

[–]SMZ72 2 points3 points ago

My uncle who just died at the age of 83 this past weekend had the honor of being a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier back in his Army days.

[–]randominternetdude 2 points3 points ago

I am the unknow soldier

And maybe I died in vain

But if I were alive and my country called

I'd do it all over again.

I'm Portuguese and not really into poetry, but I just adore this last part of the poem "the unknown soldier" and I know it by hearth. It might be a little different, I didn't google it for correction.

[–]Derelyk 2 points3 points ago

To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.

To quit my post only when properly relieved.

Those are the 2 from my stint...

For these guys it's similar but I like mine for this pic.

[–]So_Motarded 2 points3 points ago

I hate it when people immediately assume that something awesome in the military equals Marines. These are soldiers. Please don't mislead people like this in the future; it makes us feel like other branches of the service will never be viewed favorably with the civilian public.

[–]LT_Sealice 2 points3 points ago

Those are not Marines. They are Soldiers from the 3rd Infantry Regiment, "The Old Guard".

[–]Dreally[S] 1 point2 points ago

Not mine but had to share. Here is the link I saw the image:

http://forums.accuweather.com/index.php?showtopic=30127&st=3120

[–]tatril01 2 points3 points ago

Research helps.

[–]eodee 2 points3 points ago

I'm heading there later today.

edit: they closed 10 minutes before I got there.

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[–]sirernestshackleton 13 points14 points ago

Fuck you.

[–]repsuc 0 points1 point ago

what did the deleted comment say? also hope you ride out the storm ok, and with plenty of whiskey

[–]sputty 5 points6 points ago

go away -_-

[–]Halsey117College Park MD 0 points1 point ago

seriously.

[–]jfbalkcom 0 points1 point ago

What did it say?!?

[–]n2logical 3 points4 points ago

There some info about the Tomb Guard history

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomb_of_the_Unknowns#section_6

[–]TheDesktopNinja 0 points1 point ago

post this to /r/militaryporn or I WILL.

[–]monkeyman80 1 point2 points ago

what happens with the eternal flame at jfk's grave site?

[–]GEV46 13 points14 points ago

It stays burning since it is gas fed. It has been extinguished twice in its history. Once was on accident by a nun who dumped holy water on it when she was trying to bless his grave. It was quickly re-lit.

[–]Dreally[S] 0 points1 point ago

Do you know the other?

[–]GEV46 0 points1 point ago

I can't think of the other off the top of my head.

[–]FBIorange 2 points3 points ago

I thought a mentally handicapped man urinated on it. I'm not joking

[–]Frankeh 0 points1 point ago

But a lighter is gas fed and it can still get blown out.

If some holy water put it out then I think a hurricane might. Do they put a protector over it or something?

[–]GEV46 0 points1 point ago

If I remember correctly the holy water was shortly after the internment of JFK and they didn't have the eternal flame as it exists today on there. The one they were using was kind of made impromptu after the family requested it. Now it is much more hardier.

[–]monkeyman80 0 points1 point ago

ah. thanks! (and to halsey117 too)

[–]Halsey117College Park MD 4 points5 points ago

My guess: just like the Olympic (no source, sadly) the flame at JFK's site is likely a gas flame. It would take a deluge of rain to extinguish. So, maybe in the hurricane? ... but I hope not.

[–]irishfrog -1 points0 points ago

I feel like posting this will make it so that they have to stay out there through the entire hurricane even when it gets so bad that they might have otherwise come inside.(still bad ass but not from my perspective necessary) Edit: Typo

[–]Pure_Gonzo 0 points1 point ago

Can someone source this photo?

[–]GEV46 8 points9 points ago

The photo is authentic, but not from today. It was actually taken in September. You can find photos from this morning on The Old Guard's facebook page.

[–]Pure_Gonzo 1 point2 points ago

Thanks.

[–]notthemonth 0 points1 point ago

Okay so, while I think their safety should be paramount regardless of symbolism and stuff I understand why they're out there. I just wouldn't want that to be my brother, husband, or son.

What I'm wondering is, are there any other dedicated people (civilians) out there who are bringing them food/water, etc.? Not even sure if they would take it, (do they have to stand silent and unwavering like the Buckingham palace guards?) but that would be nice to see since they're risking their health and safety for such a cause.

[–]xshadowshooter 0 points1 point ago

They only do hour-long shift rotations, so food/water isn't an issue.

[–]notthemonth 0 points1 point ago

Oh I see. Thanks for the info.

[–]xshadowshooter 0 points1 point ago

No problem, you can find out some more info here

[–]notthemonth 0 points1 point ago

Ha, I suppose I could've googled that myself! Thanks for the link. Fascinating stuff!

[–]Scary_ 0 points1 point ago

It's not from today

[–]ChrisBuchPennsylvania 0 points1 point ago

thanks for the repost

[–]Lost_ 1 point2 points ago

debunked.

http://mashable.com/2012/10/29/viral-soldier-pic-debunked/

[–]thinksInCode 0 points1 point ago

This was not taken during the hurricane. This was taken in September during an old fashioned rainstorm.

[–]senallen08 0 points1 point ago

It is amazing that when all of DC is shut down, our armed services will stand in the biting rain to honor one of their own. The dedication and service is unthinkable to most of us.

[–]SlightlySlizzed 0 points1 point ago

I commented this on the one posted on the front page but

This photo was taken September 18, 2012. Here is the original photographer.

[–]balthus1880 -1 points0 points ago

So do we down vote this to -500?

[–]NomadBulldog 1 point2 points ago

THESE ARE SOLDIERS! Not Marines.

[–]xsailornspain 0 points1 point ago

The US Army has the privilege of serving as Honor Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Sorry if this has already been stated I just needed to point it out.

[–]RenHo3k -1 points0 points ago

We'd have much fewer people "honoring" the "ultimate sacrifice" if they weren't sent to go die in a war on behalf of bureaucrats and empire. Where's the grave for the unknown mothers and children that were killed by armed US troops?

Soldiers are little more than humans that are willing to kill other humans for money. Quit honoring them like they're some sort of saints.

[–]Rmountz95 -1 points0 points ago

'Merica!

[–]Tybi357 -2 points-1 points ago

3rd ID hooah

[–]GEV46 1 point2 points ago

3d Infantry Regiment, not 3rd Infantry Division. Rock of the Marne!

[–]ThatFargoGuy -5 points-4 points ago

Huah, not hurahh

[–]Vortex851 0 points1 point ago

It looks like its slightly more than drizzling. Human legs and spinal support>25mph winds and a slight down pour. AMAZING semper fi ooh rah and all that

[–]MikeVoldemort -2 points-1 points ago

Do you have to fuck a general's wife to be assigned that kind of shit duty?

[–]4PM -2 points-1 points ago

Does it not bother anyone that this is being posted all over the internet as a means of propaganda, when it has been proven to not be from this hurricane?

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