Who is Heather Lynn Johnsen?
Heather Lynn Johnsen is a Sergeant in the 3rd U.S. Infantry, The Old Guard, and the first woman selected to guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
She was installed in September, 1997 after passing a rigorous training course, and final testing.
Prior to her assignment, she was an MP in the 3rd U.S. Infantry, The Old Guard, which is the oldest continuously active unit in the Army.
They are known for their unflinching dedication to guard the remains of the Unknown Soldier interred in the Tomb, as well as the remains of his fellow soldiers, also unknown, who are also interred at the site under marked white marble slabs on the terrazzo.
More Info:
www.arlingtoncemetery.net
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4 Comments
Gary Kirkman
I wonder how tall she is. There used to be a requirement minimum height had to be 5’10”.
teacherchicky
Unknown Soldier; not just the Unknown.
George Oliver Prince
Gotta be exceptionally sharp and dedicated; admire her
myserinety
I salute you, Sgt.Johnsen. Thank you for your outstanding service to this country. And for breaking down another boundary for women, everywhere. Thank You.