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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Sentinel Accidentally Stabbed. Carries on With Inspiring Composure [VIDEO]
By Tribunist Staff on June 12, 2017

Arlington National Cemetery’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is under constant vigil, with members of “The Old Guard” from the Army’s 3rd Infantry Regiment keeping watch 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in one of the most honorable duty assignments in the service. But even the most disciplined soldiers aren’t immune from missteps, as this instance shows.

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During one Changing of the Guard, the firearm slips for the relief Commander’s hands. Though the Commander attempts to recover, he is unable to regain control of the weapon immediately. As the gun falls, the bayonet points downward and ends up stabbing the sentinel in the left foot.

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The only sign that something went awry ends up being the blood dripping from the boot on his left foot, showing just how much commitment is required of those chosen to keep watch over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

http://tribunist.com/military/sentinel-shows-awe-inspiring-discipline-after-accidentally-being-stabbed-during-guard-change-ceremony/

Video at link.
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Jody's got your bayonet

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He did take that very well.
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