The tomb of the Unknown Solider is such a intriguing and sentimental monument inside of the Arlington National Cemetery. This monument is dedicated to the deceased U.S. service members whose bodies have not been identified. Since April 6, 1948 the Tomb of the Unknown Solider has been guarded 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Guards are guarding the tomb no matter what the weather is like. It is so interesting to sit and watch the change of guards. In the summer the guard changes happen every thirty minutes, while in the winter the guard changes happen every hour. I found some of the requirements of the guards very interesting. When a guard commits to this duty, they are required to guard the tomb for two years and they must live in barracks under the tomb. Guards cannot drink alcohol on or off duty for the rest of their lives, and during the first six months of duty they are not allowed to talk to other people nor watch TV. This site is a must see if you are visiting Washington D.C. or the Arlington National Cemetery.
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