Unknown Soldier

"Watching the guard patrolling the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Jack learns about the monument, the sentinels and why it is they watch, developing a newfound respect for those who serve and an appreciation for the honor and bravery of veterans. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
"On a family trip to Washington, DC, Jack watches the soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknowns and gains new understanding and respect for those who serve in the United States armed forces. Includes information about the Tomb and the soldiers who guard it"--Provided by publisher.
Jack and his family are on a trip to Washington, D.C., and when they visit Arlington National Cemetery Jack watches the soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknowns march twenty-one steps in each direction--and suddenly gains a new understanding and respectfor those who serve the United States. Includes information about the Tomb and the soldiers who guard it.
This moving tribute to veterans and America’s fallen follows a young boy on his first trip to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.On the last day of their Washington, DC, vacation, Jack and his family visit a cemetery. Jack finds it boring, but as they watch the guard patrolling the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, his perspective shifts. He learns about the monument, the sentinels, and why it is they keep watch. Jack develops a newfound respect for those who serve and an appreciation for the honor and bravery of veterans. Includes back matter about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and those who guard it.