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  • Honor Guard trains at Fort A.P. Hill

    Oct 17, 2012

    Honor Guard Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), conducted tactical training at Fort A. P. Hill, Va., Oct. 10.

  • Continental Color Guard training

    Oct 15, 2012

    It takes a huge amount of endurance and motivation to be a part of the Continental Color Guard. Candidates must go through a tough training program that starts with a long run followed by three hours of standing perfectly still in a hot, steamy room.

  • Twilight Tattoo and the Outstanding Civilian Service Award presentation

    Oct 12, 2012

    Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) perform during Twilight Tattoo at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va. Oct. 11, 2012. Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III award the Outstanding Civilian Service Award to civilians in a presentation following the ceremony.

  • Old Guard honors fallen MPs

    Oct 1, 2012

    More than a year after sustaining his injuries, Sgt. Joseph Wilson joined other servicemembers to honor MPs killed in combat at wreath-laying ceremonies in Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Sep. 25.

  • Old Guard Soldiers stand together against suicide

    Sep 24, 2012

    Spc. Andre Whyne, infantryman, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), credits his battle buddies and his unit for saving his life.

  • Soldiers connect with relatives through roles in Spirit of America

    Sep 13, 2012

    Spc. Cody Battista and Sgt. Jeff Liles, infantrymen, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), personally pay homage to their relatives of past wars in Spirit of America.

  • First MP in 11 years earns Tomb Badge

    Sep 5, 2012

    Sgt. Erik McGuire officially joined the ranks of the Tomb Sentinels, Aug. 30, when he became the first military police in 11 years to earn The Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge.

  • A Sentinel's last watch

    Sep 5, 2012

    For the past four Christmases, Sgt. John Baker left his wife and son to spend the holiday with three strangers he never knew much about, not even their names. Baker is a Tomb Sentinel, a small group of Soldiers entrusted to guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery, Va. Sharing his holidays with the Unknowns is a small sacrifice. ker, Tomb Sentinel, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), paid his final respects to the Unknowns, Aug. 31, in Arlington National Cemetery, Va.

  • Lessons learned on the court help NCO lead Soldiers

    Aug 17, 2012

    Staff Sgt. Terrell Moorer of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) reflects on how the game of basketball has helped him to be an effective Army leader.

  • Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody Retirement

    Aug 15, 2012

    U.S. Army Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody, Former Commanding General, Army Material Command, retired from the Army, Aug. 15, at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va. Dunwoody is the Army's highest-ranking female and is the first woman in U.S. military history to achieve a fourth star.

  • Soldier reunited with recruiter after four years

    Aug 10, 2012

    Sgt. Francis Frenette, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), enlisted to serve his country and to take care of his family, and now after four years, the same person who enlisted him will reenlist him.

  • Sgt. Anthony's last walk

    Aug 8, 2012

    Sgt. Christopher Anthony, a Tomb Sentinel, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) conducts his final shift guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery Aug. 6. After a Sentinel's last shift, he takes part in a Last Walk ceremony, in which he lays a rose at each of the crypts that make up the memorial. Anthony has guarded the Tomb since November 2010.

  • Old Guard Soldier honored to escort fallen Soldiers' remains

    Aug 6, 2012

    Staff Sgt. Hector Valadez, casket platoon sergeant, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), tells his experience as a noncommissioned officer in charge of a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base, Del.

  • Old Guard Soldiers experience combat-like stressors at Best Warrior Competition

    Aug 1, 2012

    This year's Military District of Washington Best Warrior Competition at Fort A.P. Hill, Va., July 24-27, tested competitors' abilities to adapt and overcome as well as their mental and physical fortitude. Three Old Guard Soldiers accepted the challenge.

  • Funeral service for Staff Sgt. Carl E. Hammar

    Jul 31, 2012

    Following a solemn procession through Arlington National Cemetery, The Old Guard paid tribute to the ultimate sacrifice of Staff Sgt. Carl E. Hammar, 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, in Arlington National Cemetery. Carried by The Old Guard's Caisson Platoon to his final resting place, Hammar was laid beside many others who have made that same sacrifice for our Nation.

  • Summer at the Tomb

    Jul 27, 2012

    The Sentinels maintain their vigil today, as they do every day, as the heat index hits 106 degrees in Arlington National Cemetery.

  • Military District of Washington change of responsibility

    Jul 24, 2012

    Command Sgt. Maj. Michael W. Williams, outgoing command sergeant major Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region (JFHQ-NCR) and Military District of Washington (MDW) relinquishes responsibility to Command Sgt. Maj. Michael W. Williams during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va.

  • 68th anniversary of the liberation of Guam

    Jul 20, 2012

    The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) honored the 68th anniversary of the liberation of Guam during an Army wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery, Va., July 17.

  • 237th Army Birthday Celebration

    Jun 14, 2012

    Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) participate in a Full Honor Wreath Ceremony in honor of the Army's 237th birthday at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery, Va., June 14, 2012.

  • 'Old Guard' Soldiers, horses assist wounded warriors with therapeutic riding

    Jun 12, 2012

    Therapeutic Riding Program uses Soldiers and horses from the U.S. Army Caisson Platoon, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), to provide equine assisted therapy for Wounded Warriors and military veterans.

  • Flags in

    May 31, 2012

    Staff Sgt. Victor Whaley, a firing party commander, Charlie Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), talks about "flags-in" at the Arlington National Cemetery, Va.

  • USADT perform on Army Wives episode

    May 11, 2012

    U.S. Army Drill Team (USADT) Soldiers, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), perform during a taping of the 100th episode of Army Wives, May 8, 2012, in Charleston, S.C.

  • The Old Guard has talent

    May 3, 2012

    3d Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Soldiers, take their passion for rifle drilling to a whole new stage on America's Got Talent.

  • Preparing for Twilight Tattoo

    Apr 26, 2012

    Sgt. Jaymes Taylor, infantryman, Alpha Company, 4th Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), gives insight on his preparation for the Twilight Tattoo season on Joint Base Myer- Henderson Hall, Va., Apr. 24, 2011.

  • A young Ranger competes with the best

    Apr 20, 2012

    Spc. Sheldon Benjamin, infantryman, Honor Guard Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), was the youngest Soldier to compete in the 2012 David E. Grange Jr. Best Ranger Competition, April 13-15, at Fort Benning, Ga.

  • JBM-HH DFAC under new management

    Apr 5, 2012

    For the first time in more than 35 years, the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va. dining facility is being operated by service members from The Old Guard's 529th Regimental Support Company.

  • Old Guard Soldier takes second shot at EIB

    Mar 27, 2012

    Six years and two deployments after his first shot, Staff Sgt. Paul Scarlett, infantryman, Honor Guard Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), competes for his Expert Infantryman Badge a second time.

  • Medal of Honor Day

    Mar 23, 2012

    12 Medal of Honor recipients, escorted by members of their service's honor guard, participate in a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery, Va. Mar. 23, 2012. The wreath was laid to mark National Medal of Honor Day. National Medal of Honor Day is observed yearly on March 25.

  • London native serves in Old Guard

    Mar 15, 2012

    Spc. Simon Davidson-Hood, Continental Color Guard, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), shares his experiences of serving in the military from different countries.

  • A will to live

    Mar 12, 2012

    Sgt. Allan Castillo, intelligence analyst, Fort Sam Houston, Texas Warrior Transition Unit, maintains his will to live through his second fight with colon cancer.

  • Old Guard Soldier wins career counselor of the year

    Feb 27, 2012

    Sgt. 1st Class William Bastian, career counselor, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), is named the 2012 Secretary of the Army Career Counselor of the Year.

  • Out of history, first African-American Tomb Guard recalls journey

    Feb 19, 2012

    In honor of African-American History Month, Fred Moore, the first African-American Tomb Guard, recalls his journey from serving as a firing party member in Honor Guard Company in 1960, to making history in 1961.

  • USADT performs at Pro Bowl

    Feb 9, 2012

    The U.S. Army Drill Team, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), showcased their skills during the National Football League Pro Bowl halftime show, Jan. 29, at Aloha Stadium, Hawaii.

  • Old Guard Soldiers take on Best Ranger

    Jan 23, 2012

    The Old Guard's Best Ranger team will make its fourth appearance at the Best Ranger Competition, April 13-16, in Fort Benning, Ga. Despite the grueling physical and mental requirements of the competition, Staff Sgt. Sean McAlpine, infantryman, Delta Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), and his teammates, are confident they are doing everything they can to prepare.

  • A brothers' bond

    Jan 18, 2012

    Staff Sgt. Andrew Payne, infantryman, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and Staff Sgt. Tim Payne, infantryman, remain close despite all hardships.

  • A Soldier's legacy

    Jan 11, 2012

    Continental Color Guard Soldiers, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), reflect on the legacy of Spc. Ronald Wildrick, a former CCG member who was killed in Afghanistan, Dec, 11, 2011.

  • Soldiers complete documentation of Arlington National Cemetery

    Dec 28, 2011

    Soldiers with Delta Company, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), photographed and documented the location of every tombstone, grave marker and cremation site in Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Dec. 23, 2011.

  • Remembering Iraq

    Dec 22, 2011

    Sgt. William Johnston, infantryman, 4th Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), reflects on his journey from his deployment three years ago to the Iraq war's end.

  • Remembering heroes during the holidays

    Dec 16, 2011

    Maj. Dale Terrill, commander, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), remembers our nation's heroes during the holiday season.

  • Soldier establishes unique bond with NFL team

    Dec 5, 2011

    Sgt. Dontae Skywalker, Tomb Sentinel, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), has a unique bond with the San Francisco 49ers football team.

  • 'Old Guard' caisson platoon welcomes new horses

    Dec 5, 2011

    The Caisson Platoon of 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), recently checked out 14 new horses to ensure they are fit for duty.

  • Soldier's Amish upbringing comes full circle

    Nov 23, 2011

    Sgt. Ruben Troyer, senior horse trainer, Caisson platoon, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), uses his Amish upbringing to help train horses in the Caisson platoon.

  • 2011 MDW Family of the Year

    Nov 18, 2011

    Staff Sgt. Michael Drake, infantryman, 4th Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), and family, are named 2011 Military District of Washington Family of the Year for outstanding volunteer work in the community.

  • SportsNation

    Nov 10, 2011

    ESPN broadcasted "SportsNation" live from Whipple Field at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall on Tuesday 8 November in celebration of Veterans Day! For all the high resolution photos from the broadcast check out our Flickr site at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/theoldguard/sets/72157628091818460/

  • Old Guard Soldiers blaze new trail

    Oct 12, 2011

    For the first time in the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment's (The Old Guard) more than two hundred year history, Staff Sgt. Christopher Rance and Cpl. Christopher Stevens will represent The Old Guard in a sniper/observer competition, Oct 14-16, 2011 in Elk Garden, W.Va.

  • Breaking drill

    Oct 6, 2011

    Soldiers from 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) will get a sneak peek into the world of the U.S. Army Drill Team during the team's 14-day training cycle beginning Oct. 11. Interested applicants will learn more than 20 rifle movements, uniform standards, and marching sequences and formations unique only to the drill team. Those wishing to become members, this is only the tip of the iceberg. If you want to be a part of this elite group of Soldiers, you must be willing to really prove it.

  • Admiral Mullen's Change of Responsibility

    Oct 3, 2011

    The Old Guard participated in the Change of Responsibility ceremony for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va. Admiral Michael Mullen, 17th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff relinquished his responsibility to Gen. Martin E. Dempsey the 18th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

  • Bringing them home

    Sep 26, 2011

    Soldiers of The Old Guard participate in dignified transfers, bringing home the remains of service members who die overseas in combat.

  • Why I Serve: Spc. Logan Sheriff

    Sep 21, 2011

    Spc. Logan Sheriff, Alpha Company infantryman, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), tells the Army's story through Spirit of America.

  • Getting in the spirit

    Sep 12, 2011

    Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), prepare for this year's Spirit of America.

  • Honor Guard Soldier

    Sep 6, 2011

    Old Guard Soldiers prepare for several missions and ceremonies. Here is a look of a Honor Guard Soldier's unique perspective of The Old Guard's sacred duties.

  • Gen. David Petraeus retirement ceremony

    Sep 1, 2011

    U.S. Army Gen. David Petraeus, Commander, International Security Assistant force (ISAF) and U.S. Forces Afghanistan (USFOR-A), who also served as the Multi-National Forces-Iraq Commander, retired from the Army Aug. 31 and will assume his position as the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency Sept. 6.

  • Tomb Sentinels guard post during Hurricane Irene

    Aug 31, 2011

    Tomb Sentinels maintain their post during Hurricane Irene.

  • 529th food operations moves to Fort Myer

    Aug 30, 2011

    A team of 18 cooks from the 529th Regimental Support Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), served their last meal at the Fort Lesley J. McNair, D.C. dining facility, 29 July, and have been preparing for the move to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va. during the month of August.

  • Why I Serve: Sgt. Zachery Yeager

    Aug 18, 2011

    Yeager, a native of Camp Verde, Arizona, enlisted in the Army Jun. 20, 2006, and credits his five years of service for transforming him from a defiant unmotivated teenager to a disciplined upstanding Soldier.

  • Airmen Funeral

    Aug 12, 2011

    Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) render final honors to fallen Airmen at Arlington National Cemetery.

  • Chaplain Corps celebrates 236 years

    Aug 4, 2011

    Chaplains from across the nation gathered at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., July 29, to reflect on the strength of the U.S. Army’s Chaplain’s Corps. The anniversary celebration consisted of a memorial wreath laying ceremony at The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and a luncheon.

  • Old Guard Soldiers help Feds Feed Families

    Jul 29, 2011

    Soldiers from the 529th Regimental Support Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and the D.C. National Guard, traveled around the nation’s capital, July 27, in support of the 3rd annual Feds Feed Family food drive. Old Guard Soldiers picked up boxes of non-perishable food items donated from more than 40 federal agencies ranging from the Department of Labor to the National Aeronautics and Space Center Headquarters.

  • Alpha company moves to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall

    Jul 27, 2011

    Alpha Company Soldiers made the move from Fort Lesley J. McNair to their new home at Joint Base Myer- Henderson Hall, Va. A ribbon cutting ceremony took place, July 26, to mark the opening of the new barracks.

  • Why I Serve: Sgt. Brian West

    Jul 22, 2011

    Sgt. Brian West, 1st Battalion infantryman, Bravo Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), discusses his reasons for serving.

  • 4/3 Change of Command

    Jul 22, 2011

  • Battle of Bull Run: The men who saved the Army

    Jul 21, 2011

    The following article highlights the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment’s key role in the Battle of Bull Run. Today we commemorate the 150th anniversary.

  • Old Guard Best Warrior Competition

    Jul 7, 2011

    Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) pushed through their final obstacle course during the Old Guard’s Best Warrior Competition, Jun. 29, at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. Over the course of three days, 14 Soldiers were tested on their performance of the Army Physical Fitness Test, multiple choice and written exams, day and night land navigation, weapons qualification, a simulated combat obstacle course and a military appearance board.

  • Old Guard Best Warrior Competition

    Jul 7, 2011

    Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) pushed through their final obstacle course during the Old Guard’s Best Warrior Competition, Jun. 29, at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. Over the course of three days, 14 Soldiers were tested on their performance of the Army Physical Fitness Test, multiple choice and written exams, day and night land navigation, weapons qualification, a simulated combat obstacle course and a military appearance board.

  • Restoring Arlington National Cemetery

    Jun 29, 2011

    Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment help restore America's most sacred cemetery.

  • Maintaining The Old Guard

    Jun 24, 2011

    The 38 Soldier team services more than 150 vehicles, 2,400 weapons and is responsible for the calibration of all Nuclear, Biological, Chemical and electronic equipment for more than 1,500 Soldiers. Outside of maintenance, it also houses the Army’s only fully functional paint shop run by Soldiers.

  • Rolling out red carpet

    Jun 16, 2011

    Sgt. Jeff McQuiston and Spc. Robert Norrington, unit supply specialists, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), recalled some of their most memorable moments working in The Old Guard’s Ceremonial Equipment Branch, or flag shop. The flag shop houses approximately 4,000 flags from every country, executive officer flags for all branches of service, and an assortment of uniforms from George Washington’s Continental Army to the present. The shop provides its materials in support of ceremonies ranging from the president’s speeches to arrival ceremonies of foreign dignitaries.

  • Army Wreath Ceremony

    Jun 14, 2011

    Elements of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), conduct an Army Birthday wreath ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery, Va.

  • Father, son share in unique Army experience

    Jun 10, 2011

    Sgt. 1st Class Richard Ruddle and Staff Sgt. Andrew Ruddle, father and son snare drum players in the Fife and Drum Corps, share in the experiences of a father and son relationship in the FDC.

  • U.S. Army Drill Team Training

    Jun 10, 2011

    The United States Army Drill Team, the defending Joint Service Drill Exhibition champions, has represented The Old Guard across our nation and the world since 1948. This video will take you inside the Drill Team to show you a unique view of the training that is required to be the best.

  • Program modifies building blocks of The Old Guard

    Jun 8, 2011

    New Soldiers arriving to The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) can expect a new innovative regimental integration experience due to the recent changes of the regiment’s indoctrination program.

  • Flags-In

    May 30, 2011

    The Old Guard has conducted "Flags-In" in Arlington National Cemetery since 1948. Here is a story about "Flags-In" 2011.

  • Memorial Day Presidential Wreath Laying Ceremony

    May 30, 2011

    Soldier from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) participate in the Presidential Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns, Arlington National Cemetery, Va, May 30, 2011.

  • Regimental safety day emphasizes off duty safety

    May 26, 2011

    Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) learned the importance of not only practicing safety disciplines on duty but off duty as well during the regiment’s safety day at Summerall Field May 23.

  • Flags in

    May 26, 2011

    The ceremony, known as "flags in," has been conducted annually since The Old Guard was designated as the Army's official ceremonial unit in 1948. Every available soldier in the 3rd U.S. Infantry participates, placing small American flags one foot in front and centered before each grave marker.

  • NYC Twilight Tattoo

    May 25, 2011

    Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), perform the pageantry of Twilight Tattoo in New York City’s Time Square. Twilight Tattoo is an hour-long military pageant. The performances were free and open to the public.

  • Presidential Salute Battery

    May 24, 2011

    Members of the U.S. Army Presidential Salute Battery, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), have the duty of firing final salutes during memorial ceremonies for service members laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery, Va. and are responsible for rendering honors to visiting foreign dignitaries and heads of state at the White House, Pentagon and throughout the National Capital Region.

  • Always heard but never seen

    May 19, 2011

    Members of the U.S. Army Presidential Salute Battery, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), have the duty of firing final salutes during memorial ceremonies for service members laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery, Va. and are responsible for rendering honors to visiting foreign dignitaries and heads of state at the White House, Pentagon and throughout the National Capital Region.

  • NCO leads in prestigious platoon honoring our fallen heroes

    May 13, 2011

    In keeping the tradition of providing final honors to our nation's heroes, The U.S. Army's Caisson Platoon, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), pulls a flag-draped casket on a black artillery caisson, leading a fallen comrade to their final resting place in Arlington National Cemetery. Sgt. 1st Class James Dean, Caisson Platoon Sergeant, has the opportunity to be a vital part of this heritage.

  • Twilight Tattoo on May 11, 2011

    May 12, 2011

    3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) performs during Twilight Tattoo on May 11, 2011 at Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C.

  • 'Pentagon stone' dedication

    May 9, 2011

    A stone from the Pentagon's impact site was dedicated to members of the Military District of Washington, to include the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), who assisted with recovery operations following the attacks.

  • Day in the life of an Old Guard's farrier

    May 6, 2011

    Spc. Mychal Akers, a Caisson Platoon farrier, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), reshoes Trooper, one of the gray team lead horses, on May 4, 2011 inside of the Caisson Barn located at Fort Myer, Va. The Caisson Platoon participates in numerous historic pageants in addition to their military funeral duties. (U.S. Army photos by Spc. Devin Kornaus)

  • Tomb guard brothers to continue service at home state

    May 2, 2011

    "Here rests in honored glory an American Soldier known but to God," is inscribed on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier where Sentinels from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) walk day and night to honor and protect fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives and identities for our country's freedom.

  • Happy Birthday To The Army Reserves

    Apr 20, 2011

    REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala.--There wasn't a whole lot of age spread between them. But Reserve Master Sgt. Mark Chaplin and Sgt. Jack Bynum were more than happy to represent the oldest and youngest Soldiers at Friday's cake-cutting ceremony for the Army Reserve's 103rd birthday.

  • 4th Annual Joint Service Drill Exhibition

    Apr 12, 2011

    The U.S. Army Drill Team, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), won the 4th Annual Joint Service Drill Exhibition for the second year in a row, at the Jefferson Memorial, Washington, D.C. on April 9. The Army, Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard Drill Teams were critiqued on five different areas of drill and ceremony by military and civilian judges.

  • Old Guard infantrymen earn EIB

    Mar 29, 2011

    Soldiers with 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) recently underwent five days of continuous testing for the chance to earn the Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) at Fort A.P. Hill, Va.

  • Lance Armstrong joins The Old Guard in 5-mile run

    Mar 24, 2011

    Seven-time Tour de France champion, Lance Armstrong, participated in a 5-mile run with The Old Guard and visited with cancer survivors in the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, at Fort Myer, Va.

  • St. Patrick's Day Parade

    Mar 21, 2011

    It's that time of year where the color green floods the streets, and the air is filled with sound of bagpipes. There is a break in tradition for this year's 250th Annual New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade, the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) is participating for the first time.

  • The Old Guard conducts memorial ceremony for last surviving American WWI veteran

    Mar 16, 2011

    3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) conducts the memorial ceremony for Army Cpl. Frank Woodruff Buckles, the last surviving American World War I veteran, at Arlington National Cemetery, March 15, 2011.

  • Old Guard infantrymen train for EIB

    Mar 11, 2011

    Soldiers with 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) conduct Expert Infantryman Badge training lanes at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., 9 March, 2011. The training lane exercise was conducted in preparation for EIB testing, scheduled 19-21 March, 2011, at Fort A.P. Hill, Va.

  • Gen. Casey recognizes Army's premiere ceremonial unit

    Mar 8, 2011

    Army Chief of Staff, Gen. George W. Casey Jr., personally recognized more than 350 Soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), March 7, 2011 at Joint Base Myer- Henderson Hall, Va.

  • Sgt. Maj. of the Army Retirement Ceremony

    Mar 2, 2011

    The 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) conducts the Sgt. Maj. of the Army's retirement ceremony at Joint Base Myer Henderson Hall's Comny Hall, on March 1, 2011.

  • Presidents Day Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Ceremony

    Feb 25, 2011

    Elements of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) performed in the Presidents Day Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Ceremony and Firing Demonstration in honor of President Washington at Mount Vernon, VA.

  • Presidential Salute Battery

    Feb 17, 2011

    Admiral AfaEURodouard Guillaud, The Chief of Defense France, arrival ceremony in Arlington National Cemetery, Va. on February 17, 2011.

  • CSM returns to roots

    Feb 15, 2011

    The 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) welcomed back a familiar face as the new regimental sergeant major. Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffery T. Stitzel assumed responsibility from Command Sgt. Maj. David Martel, outgoing regimental sergeant major, during a Change of Responsibility ceremony in Conmy Hall in December.

  • The Old Guard Continental Color Guard at Super Bowl XLV

    Feb 14, 2011

    Members of the Continental Color Guard, Honor Guard Company, 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), perform during Super Bowl XLV Sunday, February 6 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, as part of the Armed Forces Color Guard.

  • Old Guard Soldiers participate in Superbowl XLV

    Feb 11, 2011

    Soldiers with the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), Continental Color Guard, carry the rifle, the American Flag and the Army Flag at Super Bowl XLV as part of the Armed Forces Color Guard.

  • Old Guard Soldiers participate in Superbowl XLV

    Feb 11, 2011

    Soldiers with the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), Continental Color Guard, carry the rifle, the American Flag and the Army Flag at Super Bowl XLV as part of the Armed Forces Color Guard.

  • Superbowl Color Guard

    Feb 11, 2011

    The Continental Color Guard carries the American Flag, and the Army Flag at Super Bowl XLV. The Continental Color Guard displays the Colors in numerous parades and ceremonies throughout the year. The team has performed in such notable events as presidential inaugurals, and the Olympics.

  • Department of the Army Retirement ceremony

    Jan 31, 2011

    The 3rd United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) conducts a Department of the Army Retirement ceremony on January 27, 2011. The Ceremony was Charlie Company's first since returning from Iraq on August 29, 2010.

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