Hurricane does not stop sentinels at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

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Originally Posted by KC Fish

No. But I would expect some sort of service for these respected fellows in which the enjoyment of their work day didn't depend on the weather. One in which they wouldn't be expected to stand outside in potentially dangerous hurricane weather. I would have guessed that the most respected and revered of our servicemen would deserve better conditions than that for the recognition of their efforts and sacrifice for our country. But I don't know anything about it, which is why I asked..

revolutionary soldiers endured extremely harsh winter weather..adverse conditions do not override the call to duty...in fact, they demand it...

....the day we fail to remember those who have given their life for something bigger than themselves, is the day we lose our soul as a Nation.

JMO