'Flags In' at 'Tomb Of The Unknowns'

U.S. Army Spc. Seth Wymer, Sentinel, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), places flags in front of the four crypts of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery, VA on May 23, 2013. Includes footage of Sentinels guarding the Tomb and portions of a Changing of the Guard.

The ceremony, known as Flags In, is performed to commemorate and honor U.S. military personnel ahead of Memorial Day weekend and has been conducted annually since 1948.

U.S. Army video
by Sgt. Sean-David McDonald

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[lilacangel]

My uncle was a guard for The Tomb of the Unknowns' Soldiers. I`m so proud of him.

[scopex]

I greatly admire America for the respect you show for your flag and country. I was married to an American for several years and made sure we flew a flag outside all the time. In the UK there is not the same respect at all sadly, our 'Tomb of the Unknown ' is unguarded? Our servicemen and women fought and died as yours did but we chose not to respect them as you do? As a Veteran i find this sad and unacceptable, I have served beside Americans many times and feel safe with them watching my back. To all brothers in arms, God Bless America.

[jimmehlich]

I am a navy vet and have seen my ship mates die. The tomb of the unknown soldiers shows a great deal of respect to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We should all respect them for what they do.

[billglaser]

I love that in the sentinels proximity to the tomb those usual loud heel clicks were so very light and respectful.

[manuelgchapajr]

This is one memorial that every American should Visit. You do not have to be pro-military to be Touched.
RIP MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS

[lightningbirgade]

For those who have fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.

[pinetreepizza]

It never gets old to watch them in action.

[davebentley]

I never get tired of watching these 'Tomb' videos. It makes me proud that I served in the U.S. Navy.

[alanbrooke-feather]

This is the first time I have witnesses this ceremony, despite visiting Arlington Cemetery a few years ago. I am greatly moved by the dignity and honour of the proceedings. God bless America and long may she remain an ally of my country. Alan, UK.

[Randomstupidthings]

I am not from USA but respect sacrifice they made to their country 🇺🇸💯

[pattykaae]

Beautiful!!!! No words can explain how my heart feels. My 3 sons serve in the military. So proud of every single soldier

[ianhaigh]

as a former British coldstream guardsman their is nothing i would be proud to do is to salute with the sentinels at this sacred place but i am now 72 and in poor health but i can dream

[gregorystell]

whoever put a thumbs down to these videos don't understand sacrifice and probably never will

[taznruby]

Honor, integrity and respect to the fallen. May the souls of the patriots smile upon you.

[sherry]

THANK you all for your SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. LOVE LOVE

[scottfuller]

in pouring rain, blowing sleet and snow....in the dark of night....and in blazing the face of intense all manner of perform this honoured tribute to the fallen, many with no known grave in foreign lands....
Sign me. 40 year (retired) Canadian Army

[bobsit]

Every time that I watch one of these videos about the Tomb and the Guards I tear up, this from an retired Navy man

[tigertiger]

When he salutes the unknowns..., I get the real sense that he is asking their permission, reporting to them... his chiefs/ elders 🤔🤔 like this is their place... not his or the old guards.... to the US does itself proud with this... you guys don’t need

[billybrand]

Years ago, I met a decorated American war veteran who was living in Canada. He came here because he had a lot of Canadian friends who had served in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Korean conflict and the Viet Nam war. My friend was from Arkansas. He volunteered for the Korean conflict and Viet Nam where he was promoted to Seargent. This is a beautiful ceremony. If I ever get to go see it, I will remain at attention throughout. Hats off to the volunteers who mount a guard detail for the unknown soldiers of all conflicts! Although I wasn't born at the time, let us remember the American Volunteers who joined the Canadian military during the first and second world wars. Many never returned home. Thank you for your valuable contribution!

[manuelfuentes]

Watching this make you proud to be an American