U.S. Army Spc. 4th Class Michael “Mike” Vinson loved guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. From November 1980 to July 1981, as a member of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) he walked in sharp, steady steps on the mat in front of the Tomb, his uniform perfectly creased and clean, and his medals shining. On Feb. 26, past and present Tomb Guards honored and remembered him during his funeral at Arlington National Cemetery.
Source: DVIDS Marines | Author: Kevin Hymel | Published: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:36:32 -0500