"It is requested that the weather maintains a level of quietness and respect"

@joshuadean1880

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahah

@HaveANiceDayLol.

3 жыл бұрын

Clouds: Magically disappear

@wubboxjustacosplay7150

3 жыл бұрын

"It is requested when raining thunder does not strike at all times."

@thegermanfool8953

2 жыл бұрын

Omg lmfao

@TheUnforgiven59

2 жыл бұрын

XD

The Tomb is guarded 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In fact, there has been a Sentinel on duty in front of the Tomb every minute of every day since 1937. And the Sentinel does not change the way he guards the Tomb, even at night when there is no one around. The Sentinels do this because they feel that the Unknown Soldiers who are buried in the Tomb deserve the very best they have to give. It is an incredible honor to be chosen for this.

@H.EL-Othemany

9 ай бұрын

The whole thing is stupid as fck

the lightning got as close at it dared to come. didn't have the balls to pass beyond the chains and rails.

@bostonrailfan2427

Жыл бұрын

Thor and Zeus respect the fallen soldiers as any mortal does!

@penguinsfan251

Жыл бұрын

​@@bostonrailfan2427 Because the Old Guard would wipe up the floor with them.

@Kamirasu

Жыл бұрын

​@@bostonrailfan2427those of sovngarde and elysium are more heroic than those two would ever be

@goldcanyon340.

2 ай бұрын

Ha! Well said.

We had the opportunity to be there 5 days ago. It was freezing weather. But I was so proud of my little ones as they stood silent and still to watch the changing of the guard. One of the most emotional places i have ever set foot in.

@brad9888

4 жыл бұрын

Good job to your little ones and I'm proud of them too...they were just as disciplined as the sentinel guards 😁👍👏✌

Would have laughed if he brought up his rifle and shouted "It is requested that the atmosphere remain SILENT!" Now of course, this will never happen. This is one of the highest honors a soldier in the US Army can have.

@Speirs248

9 жыл бұрын

You know what'd be funnier? If the thunder struck right then and there after he DID say it. Especially if the lightning miraculously looked like a middle finger

@rwsmith29456

9 жыл бұрын

Heh Heh. That's good.

@dbs55denis

9 жыл бұрын

i like balsamic vinegar on my salad. it tastes really yummy. ^-^

@Nabichi

6 жыл бұрын

BAHAHAHAHAHHAA

@XiahouDun1225

6 жыл бұрын

The only thing that would have made that more hilarious is if the thunder stopped right then.

I am a Sentinel from 1984-86. I still can't believe I had to leave (it's not a permanent job obviously). The child in me never accepted it. I look at this, it all comes back, and I feel forlorn. This is what i was born to do, and I did it early. I know that's ridiculous. There is so much of importance...being a good husband, planting trees, discovering a fact. But it seems like this was my peak experience and the only place I have ever been truly at ease and at home. I have always been grateful to God to be able to do it a day much less 1000 walks. Still...it's bittersweet. There..there's my 30+ year kiddie-complaint. All of you? Remember this thing is about the Unknowns. The Sentinels are merely the salutes. What we go through to be allowed to do the duty is...nothing compared to their sacrifice. Line 6.

@physical_insanity

6 жыл бұрын

Pry Vate I only thought people spoke like this in stories and entertainment. Seeing it real life, albeit in text form, is a little dizzying. You won't mind if I use this comment as a basis for a speech in one of my stories, would you?

@SheepdogSmokey

5 жыл бұрын

Pry Vate - My Great Uncle fell on 8 June 44, and thankfully my Great Grandparents were able to have closure, but for all those who couldn't, thank you for honoring those who fell and were not recovered.

@drassault117

3 жыл бұрын

as a sailor I want to say thank you I’m sure you think of me as gay haha. But seriously. We are all brothers and sister

@nicholasfarrell8403

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service

@briantneary2248

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service, sir.

Did not even lose a step after the thunder boomed. Soldiers calm as if it was 70 degrees and sunny . Impressive.

The harsher the conditions outside, the greater the privilege of being allowed to guard.

Man, I heard that once a hurricane went through DC, they STILL requested that they can stand guard despite being told not to. Pure dedication.

"Here rests in honored glory an American soldier known but to god". Inscription on the tomb. The tomb of the unknowns is the final resting place of an unknown service member from WWI and WWII, Korea, and, until 1998 when the remains were ID'd, Vietnam.

I'm Canadian however I have to say I have the utmost respect for these men that watch this tomb night and day for fallen soldiers. We appreciate our American military brothers and their sacrifices made.

where is the lightning? I wanted to see army vs nature

@Zeta_Beetle_at_Zenkai_Studios

2 ай бұрын

It didn’t strike that close.

It's very moving that these soldiers are so dedicated to their jobs. The precision, the attention to detail is amazing.It makes me very proud. God bless all of them.

Dedication. Much respect! This is what America is suppost to stand for. The guardian who braves all in the storm. Never faulter and honor brothers lost many they are unfortunately.

Has been to Iraq....isn't scared of shit

I'd also like to know why the large majority of downvote to this video? The man is amazing! Shows determination, discipline, and devotion!

@SayNoToDemocide1

7 жыл бұрын

I think it comes from the title being a bit misleading. Thunder can be heard, but lighting is not shown.

Much respect for these fine young men who guard the tomb of the unknown at Arlington. My Uncle is buried in Arlington not to fare from the tomb of the unknown.

Even though there's no lightning, it's saddening to see a guard soldier marching around under the rain and cold weather. Being a soldier is gonna be one of the hardest things in your life.

@Lildoc911

10 жыл бұрын

No, it's not saddening. It's an honor and one's duty to stand the watch.

@Big74Mike2012

10 жыл бұрын

Easily one of the highest honors one can receive while in the Army. You shouldn't feel sadness, you should feel pride & respect!

@lukasdunaway8342

9 жыл бұрын

During Hurricane Andrew, the guards were asked if they would like to go down in their rooms. They refused. They'll guard during anything. It's a privilege to be even able to get one of those positions. High honors.

@CB-on8bd

7 жыл бұрын

Jacky Carmine it's one the hardest positions and the highest and hardest medal to get. KZread " to become guard tomb unknow solider" there is whole documentary of it. Very intense.

@Fightosaurus

6 жыл бұрын

It's not sad, it's encouraging. The elite Sentinel marching here volunteered to stand guard over a tomb meant to honor all servicemen and women who fell fighting for America, but whose names were lost to history. It is an elite and important job whose symbolism is meant as comfort to our troops, and their families and countrymen: to know that no matter what happens they will be remembered and their honor will be protected, and that they will never be alone in their sacrifice.

Who's praising this guy for being brave? He's being respectful. Which is a lot more than you will ever be able to say about yourself.

As a veteran I appreciate the detail that these young men have chosen to be a part of for their country. When the tourists are gone, and the rain is falling, and its 4:00 in the morning.... they are standing guard. Honoring the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. While you sleep tonight they are there. Honoring this country and the men and women who serve to protect you. I love this country. God bless these soldiers this night.

what lightning?

@JackGamer193

10 жыл бұрын

You know, a lightening bolt of electricity from the sky.

@SheepdogSmokey

5 жыл бұрын

Just off camera, when you hear it like that, it's a strike very close to you.

Uummmm... I'm assuming the lightning happened BEFORE you decided to start recording??!

@foxylox8394

10 жыл бұрын

right...

@Big74Mike2012

10 жыл бұрын

Gotcha...

@foxylox8394

10 жыл бұрын

ok... lol...

@Big74Mike2012

10 жыл бұрын

;-)

@physical_insanity

6 жыл бұрын

Michael Duer In the description, OP states that if he had the camera to the right just 5 more degrees you'd see the lightning bolt. Of course, the real attraction of this is the fact a soldier can withstand weather like this.

Didn't even phase him...like a boss.

That Guard is a marching lightning rod, and he still is on guard at all times. So much respect.

I just wasted 40 seconds of my life

@js.3934

10 жыл бұрын

I was looking for the lighting strike, sorry if you guys misunderstood

@ericasheed

10 жыл бұрын

If you guys have something, keep it to yourselves. She stated her opinion leave her alone.

@ericasheed

10 жыл бұрын

ericasheed Look, obviously you don't understand anything, So back off, okay. You have problems, it's clear you just got out of pre-school. Step back a grade and learn something about opinions.

@coreylatimer9577

6 жыл бұрын

I hope you're not an American.

@fakename287

6 жыл бұрын

Corey Latimer Americans suck anyways lol

Makes me feel sad,looking at the soliders.

@jhutchyboy1

10 жыл бұрын

...WHAT!? I'm just... I'm done with the internet for today...

@123dmk321

10 жыл бұрын

It's the...Solitude

@RoyaltonDrummer922

6 жыл бұрын

The volunteer for this position. Its the second most exclusive position in the military.

@dexkuzami3767

4 жыл бұрын

It's the most honored position in the military, youd never stand in the rain for an hour, nor snow nor heat in cotton. Every sentinel is trained and know exactly what they have to do no matter the weather

It is requested that the weather maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times! *storm clears up*

It's so awesome that these men choose to guard this tomb in this weather. There are times when Congress tells them the weather is so bad that they don't have to go out and guard. They do anyways because their postion has so much respect and they care so much about their job. The dedication they have is amazing.

It's irresponsible of them not to have some lightning rods at least nearby for the safety of the soldiers

@webbydraws

7 жыл бұрын

Gearz86 They stay there during hurricanes too.

@happiness8512

5 жыл бұрын

Gearz86 they have rods outside of Arlington Cemy

@happiness8512

5 жыл бұрын

Cemetery*

@christopherharmon2433

4 ай бұрын

The Washington monument gets most of the lightning strikes in the DC area. (The WM is capped with a 2 foot piece of aluminum, and has a iron rod that runs all the way down inside, and goes over 100 feet into the ground.)

There's something emotional? inspirational? about this video. The weather is terrible and no one is watching, but the guard goes on with his duty

"WEATHER! DO NOT CROSS THE CHAINS AND RAILS!"

That was the greatest lightning bolt I never seen : )

That guard has some balls to be holding up that gun in the middle of a lightning storm out in the open with metal on the end of it... balls of steel!!!!

“Here rests in honored glory an American soldier known but to God.”

Some of the comments on here are very distressing to me. I've seen a changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, it was a very interesting experience. But my original point. If your body is completely unrecognizable, and your family doesn't know for sure what happened to you, who do you want to remember you? That's why I support that single man. Because he represents that our nation needs to remember its heroes, no matter their names.

I love these guys. We do things without a lot of flair here in the USA, but we make up for it with loads of Heart.

I imagine that people that live in an area where there is rain, lightning and thunder for 8 out of 12 months would be completely used to it, especially when trying to maintain a disciplined demeanor.

For perspective... those in performance know that what the crowd sees onstage is different than what the performer sees. The outside of the stage looks brilliant and pretty, while behind the curtain, it's ropes, par cans, dirt, cobwebs, paint and equipment. With the tomb, there is no "behind the curtain". Everything is immaculate, inside and out. There are no "trade secrets", and there is no "stellar performance". You are either immaculate, or you are wrong. That's why I respect them.

to add to that, its every 30 mins when the cemetary is open but every hour when the cemetary is closed. and its just as "fancy" at 2 in the morning...its the same thing every time they do it.

Man I'd admire those guys. I can't stand still without a bad posture or getting bored after 5 seconds.

Thank you for your service

That tomb has been guarded since the 1930's, no matter what the weather is. Those guards are disciplined pretty well. One once stated he didn't drive anymore, because if he didn't drive he wouldn't be pulled over, so he wouldn't dishonor the unknown soldier.

him and the unknown soldier are thunder buddies for life

i consider that an honor...... i like that monument.... represents every single soldier, sailor and Marine that has ever existed. Semper Fidelis my brothers.

Dad always says, God respects those who give respect, and respectful He is, does not mock His targets. When I hear thunder close by, I feel no fear, only reverence.

Not even the weather stops the Sentinels. They don’t flinch

@MmmChicken10 it contains 4 unknown soldiers from ww1, ww2, korean, and vietnam wars. its basically a memorial to all of those in the military forces.

I mean there wasn't a lightning bolt near there, but it sounded close.

The dude didn’t even flinch.

bro this guy has more discipline than any of your heritage line will ever have

imagine if it hit closer, like on the tomb itself and the guard still didn't flinch. That'd be amazing.

A loyal american soldier, who feels honored to have the opportuniy to stand guard of the Tomb.

I see no Lightening . . . . But, if there was, proof of how dedicated these men are. It shows the respect they have for what they do and the people they fight with. It's an amazing life choice.

Being a toomb gaurd is the highest honor you can get in the army, no joke.

Pure dedication. I love it.

No. There are 4 bodies buried here, all of which are unknown. One each for Vietnam, Korea, World War I and World War II. The Vietnam body was identified in 1998, exhumed, transported and buried somewhere else and I don't know if I remember reading that it was replaced with another or not. These bodies represent all the soldiers who have died and were not identified, but there are physical bodies buried here.

The Tomb of the Unknowns in Washington, DC is where remains of unknown Soldiers who had been killed in WW1, WW2, and the Korean War have been buried. The 3rd Infantry Regiment maintains a guard on these unknown soldier's graves 24/7/365 to ensure that no one disturbs them. "Soldiers never die until they are forgotten"

I give great respect to the guards, This just popped into my head.

the guard steps off, tells the rain, "please keep an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times!" the thunder stops immediately

Those guards are so dedicated to their job, they wouldn't stop if there was a tornado right next to him/her, I saw this in person, it is a true honor to have this duty, but, everything has to be perfect, being a guard of honor isn't a walk in the park, it is extremely difficult to maintain a 29 inch waste and meet the correct hight requirements. Arlington National Cemetery is an amazing place, when I was there, there was a funeral going on, the place is truly sad, but still amazing.

Their routine is similar during off hours, but they do in fact wear cammies. There are also uniform options depending on weather (gore tex rain jackets, trooper caps in winter with scarves). They also use "The Box" for shelter and recovery at times while walking in severe weather- that is not abandoning their post. The inspection and guard change is also adapted under certain circumstances....

No, they are not loaded. Some of the first and last parts of the ceremony for the changing of the guard are clearing the weapon. You'll see the guard pull back on the action of the weapon and releasing it.

Did you know that if the lightning hits the tomb the unknown soldier is brought back to life, and we can finally ask his name to put it on the tomb.

they go in for a few minutes after the changing of the guard to cool off in the summer but there is always someone there

Adding on to what Edward Nigma said, just recently, the guards were posted during Hurricane Sandy as well.

@thesaber903 In the summer guard is changed every half hour. In the winter it is changed every hour. Also the tomb is protected 24/7

I would have to say no, but it is hard to tell. I saw a video of the changing of the guard the officer was inspecting the guards rifle, and I did not see any ammo being chambered when the bolt of the rifle was closed. But it was so fast i could be wrong.

the old guard i respect up and beyond i have seen them in very dangerous conditions and have never seen one shrike his duty i have seen them ordered to stand down because of weather and refused to leave his post admirable

When I went there last year for a school trip, we got to see a military funeral (maybe it was two) walk by, and saw the guards change. The tombs are better in person. I just didn't like being in a giant graveyard. They make me become suddenly engulfed with sorrow and I also become useasy.

Standing guard over the fallen brave may be tedious and uneventful, but it is also a great honor and responsibility.

I'm fine(The E-mail), and you are right, theres more restrictions to it. My brother just talked about those requirements, when he entered BCT, and was selected for the OG.

What an honor it must be to be able to guard the tomb. I can't express how grateful I am to the men and women who serve our country and put themselves in harms way to preserve the rights and liberties granted to us. I love this country and I hate when I hear people bash America but I am glad I live in a country where you have the right to freely speak your mind without fear of death or torture. I think we sometimes take for granted how lucky we are to live in such an incredible country!

Just remember this. Under the big block of marble is the remains of a WWI service person, The white slab on the right covers the remains of a WWII service person. The slab on the left, a Korean War serviceman. These three people were cut down in their youth, never to see home again, leaving behind family members who never knew what happened to them. Its not brain washing, its just giving honor to those who never made it back home.

the first general order states, "i will guard everything with in the limits of my post and quit my post only when properly relieved."

@tagmeyert That was so beautiful, I've never seen this vidoe before. It, along with your post shows what courage truly is . Thank you. Bless You

I have stratophobia, but when on duty there is NO FEAR. I'm proud to be an American Veteran of the Active Duty US Navy and Army respectively!

Guarding the tomb from vandals is one thing, standing in the middle of a thunder storm is another.

I never fought in a war, but the adrenaline of a war is fun.

why would anyone dislike this? honor to those men

Actually three--the original Unknown from World War I (he is in the large marble tomb with the "Known only to God" inscription on the front), an Unknown from World War II (when at the time of selection, they exhumed an Unknown from the Pacific and Europe, the selection made by a Navy Corpsman who earned the Medal of Honor) and an Unknown from Korea. Michael Balssey was the unknown from Vietnam. That tomb now remains empty, and now honors the American MIAs.

IT IS REQUESTED THAT ALL NATURAL PHENOMENA MAINTAIN A LEVEL OF SILENCE AND RESPECT.

suddenly from out of nowhere, some invisible cartoon soldiers shoot death rays at each other.... Gordock the Malleable, nearly trips over the tomb of the unknown soldier while trying to escape the lightning cannons from Groon's secret army

I myself have a fear of thunder and lightning, but this guy did the impossible. I wish I could do that, not giving a single shit about lightning. I give my full respect to him for doing an excellent job and staying in character at all times no matter the conditions.

it's for every soldier whose remmains went unidentified in WWI WWI Korea and Vietnam. There are three people carved onto the front of the tomb but other than that you must have miss heard.

Yes they Maintain a guard at all times, after hours the guard changes into Army camouflage and don't do the ceremonial stuff. They do however keep a VERY vigilant guard on the tomb. When it rains or snows the Guards have an option to use the little guard house thats there, most don't though. When hurricane Andrew hit, they were told to evacuate. Fist time the old guard ever disobeyed orders. I'm proud to have been in the same branch of service as those men!

A very thankless job, to be out in the rain standing guard.

“It is request that all thunderstorms level of silence and respect at all times!”😂😂

This soldier is more of a man than you would ever hope to be. He stands out there in every condition and he doesn't get to not go to work because there's a little snow on the ground like you would do. You need to show respect and stop acting like a child

Crazy how they sit there in the pouring rain like that

In 2003 as Hurricane Isabelle was approaching DC US Senate/House took 2 days off with anticipation of the storm, because of the dangers from the hurricane, the soldiers were given permission to suspend the assignment. They said, "No way, Sir!" Soaked to the skin, marching in the pelting rain of a tropical storm,they said that guarding the Tomb was not just an assignment it was the highest honor that can be afforded to a service person.The tomb has been patrolled continuously 24/7 since 1930.

Damn, that's dedication, Good on them.

i wish my associates at work were this dedicated to their jobs....

It pays for education, the military pays for your house, pays medical insurance, gives you allowances on food and pays tax free when you are in war zones. A soldier normally makes 40,000 a year. That may sound like nothing but factor in that he doesn't have to pay most bills, insurance and tax free on occasions he makes more money than someone getting 100,000 a year. Not to mention, all the benefits in getting a job while being a veteran.

Guard: It is requested, that there is an atmosphere of silence, and respect, at ALL times! Nature: Sorry :(

They are guarding men who gladly gave their lives just so you could be free. Show some damn respect

You are aware, they were there through hurricane sandy, 9/11 and everything in between. It's been guarded 24/7 since July 2, 1937. In other words, dedication. Since 1948, the Tomb Guards, a special platoon within the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) work on a team rotation of 24 hours on, 24 hours off, for five days, taking the following four days off. A guard takes an average of six hours to prepare his uniform.

He didn't piss off anybody. Guard duty is an all volunteer force and is highly prestigious and a very sought after duty.

It's not like they are guarding a certain person because he's special. The tomb and the remains within it are a symbol for all those MIA and unidentified, not just that person. He (entombed) represents something greater than himself

I sure hope the shit I'm not paying for this fella's health insurance, walking around in the rain and lightning.

Not being scared of thunder is different from not flinching at a lightning bolt striking near you.