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Sights and Sounds of Military Bands on the Web
Sights and Sounds of Military Bands on the Web
No 6: THE DRUMS — AND FIFES — OF JANUARY
The 3rd United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), oldest active-duty infantry
unit in the U.S. Army, is the army’s official ceremonial unit and presidential escort.
The regiment is responsible for the Caisson Platoon and the guards at the Tomb of the
Unknown Soldier, both at Arlington National Cemetery . We will focus on another unit,
the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps.
The 3rd United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
The corps, stationed at Fort Myer , Virginia , parade in uniforms patterned on those worn
by George Washington’s Continental Army.
The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
During the inauguration of the new U.S. president, the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
have the singular responsibility of immediately preceding the president on the procession
from The Capitol to the White House. They have had this role since the inauguration of
John F Kennedy. Although it should be noted that over 700 Old Guard soldiers
participated in the ceremonies in many other roles. … Continue Reading »


