The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier most commonly referenced today is at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, USA. It is a white marble sarcophagus standing atop a hill, guarding the remains of unidentified American service members from World War I, World War II, and the Korean War, with a dedicated guard detail performing the Changing of the Guard ceremonies. Key details:
- Location: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, United States. The tomb sits on a hill overlooking Washington, D.C..
- Purpose: Interment of unknown service members from World War I, World War II, and the Korean War; serves as a central national memorial and symbol of sacrifice..
- Guard: The tomb is continuously guarded by a Tomb Guard from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, The Old Guard, with Changing of the Guard ceremonies most days of the year..
If you’re asking about a different “Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,” note that several countries have similarly named memorials:
- United Kingdom: The Unknown Warrior buried in Westminster Abbey (England) as a national tribute.
- France: The Unknown Soldier at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
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