Severe Thunderstorm Didn’t Deter This Soldier From Placing Flag at Tomb of the Unknown

Severe Thunderstorm Didn’t Deter This Soldier From Placing Flag at Tomb of the Unknown
A sentinel endures a severe thunderstorm to place a small American flag at the grave of an unknown soldier. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Maryam Treece/3d U.S. Infantry Regiment
Venus Upadhayaya
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A Facebook post showing an “Old Guard” soldier placing a small American flag at the grave of an unknown soldier during a severe thunderstorm has struck a massive chord with people ahead of Memorial Day.

The Third US Infantry Regiment or The Old Guard conducts memorial affairs in tribute of fallen soldiers, and ceremonies and special events to represent the army.
Venus Upadhayaya
Venus Upadhayaya
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Venus Upadhayaya reports on India, China, and the Global South. Her traditional area of expertise is in Indian and South Asian geopolitics. Community media, sustainable development, and leadership remain her other areas of interest.
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