Pete Hegseth and the Soldier Who Taught a King to Bow
Summary
Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias called for silence after laughter broke out among a group that included Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. The next day, Hegseth presented Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal at the Pentagon.Key Facts
- Iglesias was guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier when he called the group to order.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was among the visitors in the group.
- The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has been guarded continuously by the Old Guard since 1948.
- Sentinels on duty are responsible for maintaining respectful conduct at the tomb.
- Hegseth invited Iglesias to the Pentagon and presented him with the Joint Service Commendation Medal the following day.
- The Pentagon said Iglesias acted appropriately.
- Videos of the encounter spread online and prompted criticism of the group's conduct.
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