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1955 Press Photo Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery

This is an original press photo. Sergeant Walter Strohmeier performs the changing of the guard ceremony precisely upon the hour as Private Herbert F. Weiland, right, replaces Private First Class John D. Gira, left, for a one-hour walking tour at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 10-11-1955.

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Historic Images Part Number: nom07039