Commander in Chief's Guard

Commander in Chief's Guard Welcome to the Official Facebook Fan page of A Company, 4th Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, traditionally known as "The Old Guard." Alpha Company is stationed and billeted on Fort Myer, in the city limits of the Arlington, Virginia.
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It is historically known as the Commander-in-Chief’s (CinC) Guard and is patterned after General George Washington’s personal guard of that day. It conducts tactical training year round to sustain proficiency in its Rifle Company's tasks that support the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment's (The Old Guard) mission to defend the Nation Capital Region. Along with its standard Rifle Company mission requirements, this unit also maintains ceremonial and tactical proficiency in the weaponry and tactics of the 18th century. This CinC Guard function is performed in many Department of Defense and Department of the Army ceremonies year round. In addition to their CinC Guard functions, Alpha Company also conducts memorial affairs in Arlington National Cemetery.

Operating as usual

The opening show of Twilight Tattoo 03 May 2017. CinC Guard also hosted a cookout before the show for the Soldiers and f...
05/09/2017

The opening show of Twilight Tattoo 03 May 2017. CinC Guard also hosted a cookout before the show for the Soldiers and families. For more pictures of CinC Guard and the Warrior Battalion go to https://www.flickr.com/photos/warriorbn/albums. Do not worry if you were unable to see the first show, it is hosted every Wednesday until 09 AUG 17 with a two week break 05 & 12 July.

The opening show of Twilight Tattoo 03 May 2017. CinC Guard also hosted a cookout before the show for the Soldiers and families. For more pictures of CinC Guard and the Warrior Battalion go to https://www.flickr.com/photos/warriorbn/albums. Do not worry if you were unable to see the first show, it is hosted every Wednesday until 09 AUG 17 with a two week break 05 & 12 July.

Lt Watts Promotion Ceremony to Captain on Summerall Field. It is always a great day in CinC Guard when we get the opport...
05/03/2017

Lt Watts Promotion Ceremony to Captain on Summerall Field. It is always a great day in CinC Guard when we get the opportunity to promote a Soldier!

Soldiers of the Commander-in-Chiefs Guard pose with a new friend. (U.S. Army photos by: Staff Sgt. Austin L. Thomas)
03/03/2017

Soldiers of the Commander-in-Chiefs Guard pose with a new friend. (U.S. Army photos by: Staff Sgt. Austin L. Thomas)

US Army Military District of Washington
02/22/2017
US Army Military District of Washington

US Army Military District of Washington

In case you weren't able to attend todays wreath laying at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, go to our Flickr page. (U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Austin L. Thomas)
3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
One Legion 1st BN, 3rd US INF REG, (The Old Guard)
4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment
Commander in Chief's Guard
The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
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02/22/2017
3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), the Commander in Chief's Guard and The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps spent their day at George Washington's Mount Vernon to celebrate President George Washington's 285th birthday. (U.S. Army video by SSG Jedhel Somera)

US Army Military District of Washington 4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
02/22/2017

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Congratulations, to Commander in Chief's Guard Soldiers Spc. Simms, Cpl. Saunders, and Sgt. Ferguson, as they re-enlist in front of the historical George Washington Mansion, in Mt Vernon, Alexandria, Virginia.
(U.S. Army Photos by Spc. Daniel Yeadon. See more at: https://flic.kr/s/aHskS1D6Mx)

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
02/22/2017

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Soldiers from the Commander in Chief's Guard(CinC), demonstrate a firing demo at George Washington's Mount Vernon this morning in celebration of Presidents Day. CinC Guard was a unit of the Continental Army that protected GEN George Washington during the American Revolution.
(U.S. Army Photos by Spc. Daniel Yeadon. See more photos at: https://flic.kr/s/aHskS1D6Mx)

The Honorable Eric Fanning, 22nd Secretary of the Army
06/21/2016

The Honorable Eric Fanning, 22nd Secretary of the Army

Today, in front of my family, friends, and colleagues, and after humbling remarks by Secretary of Defense Ash Carter and GEN Mark A. Milley, I reviewed the troops and formally "arrived" as the 22nd Secretary of the U.S. Army. Finally, I can take some time to focus ... on beating Navy!

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
06/21/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Col. Johnny K. Davis, 80th Commander of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), passes the command of The Old Guard to Col. Jason T. Garkey, 81st Commander on Summerall Field, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., June 16, 2016. The overseeing of the transfer of the Regimental Colors was Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, Commander US Army Military District of Washington. Col. Davis will be missed by the Soldiers of The Old Guard.
(U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Cody W. Torkelson)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
06/21/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey W. Talley, Chief of Army Reserve, Commanding General United States Army Reserve Command, retired after 34 years of dedicated service to the U.S. Army in a ceremony hosted by Chief of Staff of the Army, GEN Mark A. Milley, in Conmy Hall, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., June 17, 2016.
(U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Cody Torkelson)

06/21/2016
3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Today the 22nd Secretary of the Army Eric Fanning was honored in an Arrival Ceremony on Summerall Field on Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter and Army Chief of Staff GEN Mark A. Milley were also present during the arrival ceremony.

4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment One Legion 1st BN, 3rd US INF REG, (The Old Guard) US Army Military District of Washington

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
06/16/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and the U.S. Army Band participate in the Army Birthday festivities at Times Square in New York City June 14, 2016. In honor of the Army's 241st birthday, the Soldiers performed numerous songs, routines and other ceremonial activities in front of an eager audience, and broadcasted live on Fox News and Good Morning America. (U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Kelvin Ringold)

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
06/16/2016

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Warrior Battalion Soldiers representing the U.S. Army this morning on ABC News.
CC: 529th Regimental Support Company Family Support Group 2015, HHC, 4th Battalion, 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, United States Army Drill Team, Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, 3d US Infantry Regiment FRG (The Old Guard), US Army Military District of Washington.

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
06/16/2016

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
06/03/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

The Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) perform Twilight Tattoo (TLT), hosted by GEN Mark A. Milley, 39th Chief of Staff of the Army, on Summerall Field, Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, Va., May 25th, 2016. TLT is an hour-long military pageant which highlights the contributions of the U.S. Army throughout American History. Prior to TLT, Gen. Milley presented Chef Robert Irvine and Kathy Roth-Douquet The Outstanding Civilian Service Medal for their contributions to the Army Family though their individual charities.
(U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Cody W. Torkelson)

06/03/2016
3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Some great interviews of CinC Soldiers

Soldiers from The Old Guard carry on the tradition of 'Flags-In', kicking off Memorial Day Weekend by honoring those who served before them. Started in 1948, this annual tradition is a solemn reminder of what Memorial Day is truly about.
(U.S. Army Video by Spc. Lauren Wheeler)

One Legion 1st BN, 3rd US INF REG, (The Old Guard), 4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, US Army Military District of Washington, Arlington National Cemetery

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
06/03/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

The June 1st performance of Twilight Tattoo commemorated the 25th Anniversary of Desert Storm on Summerall Field in Joint Base Myer Henderson Hall, Va. Hosted by Lt. Gen. Gary H. Cheek, Cheek was a 1980 graduate of the United States Military Academy and a 1993 graduate of the School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS). Known as the “Jedi Knights”, SAMS graduates played a pivotal role in Desert Storm.
(U.S. Army photos by Spc. Brandon Dyer)

06/03/2016
3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

The Commander in Chief's Guard performs in a variety of settings, one of the most common being the firing demonstrations seen at Mount Vernon for President's Day, Boston for Patriot's Day, and an abbreviated version shown in Twilight Tattoo & Spirit of America performances. The soldiers fire the "Brown Bess" musket in a series of formations explained by Spc. Matthew Mori. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Lauren Wheeler)

4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, US Army Military District of Washington

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
06/03/2016

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Twilight Tattoo's first outdoor show was a huge success! Thank you to our host Under Secretary of the Army Patrick Murphy and all of our other special guests, families and students who came out and enjoyed it with us.
( U.S. Army Photos by Spc.Yeadon. See more photos at: https://flic.kr/s/aHskAz154v)

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
06/03/2016

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Warrior Battalion Soldiers took to the field once again for this week's Twilight Tattoo on Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall! Thank you to our host Lt. Gen. Gary H. Cheek and all of our other special guests, Families, and Students who joined us as we commemorated the 25th Anniversary of Desert Storm.
( U.S. Army Photos by Spc.Yeadon. See more photos at: https://flic.kr/s/aHskAh1UcS)
289th Military Police Company "The Old Guard", 529th Regimental Support Company Family Support Group 2015, HHC, 4th Battalion, 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, Commander in Chief's Guard, Honor Guard Company - The Old Guard, United States Army Drill Team, 3d US Infantry Regiment FRG (The Old Guard).

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
06/03/2016

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Today Soldiers of Warrior Battalion Celebrate the 233rd Birthday of 4th Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). Organized by the Regular Army in Pennsylvania and New Jersey on 3 June 1784, as a company of the First American Regiment. (U.S. Army Photos by Spc. Daniel Yeadon)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
05/08/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Lt. Gen. Jorg Vollmer, the Inspector of the German Army was welcomed by Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) in an Army Full Honors Arrival Ceremony in Conmy Hall on May 5, 2016. Hosted by Army Chief of Staff GEN Mark A. Milley, Vollmer received the Legion of Merit, a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to members of the United States Military, as well as foreign military members and political figures, who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. (U.S. Army photos by Spc. Brandon Dyer)

Old Guard History
05/08/2016

Old Guard History

On May 6, 1959, the Army officially approved the "Cockade" as the distinctive unit insignia of the Old Guard. The Regiment has been wearing the device since the early 1920s, but it had never been approved by the Army or War Department.

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
05/08/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Old Guard Soldiers and their Families enjoyed games, live music, and delicious barbecue during organizational day. This annual tradition brings relaxation and abundant opportunities to build new friendships.

05/06/2016
3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

The Commander in Chief's Guard is patterned after George Washington's personal guard and has a variety of weapons and uniforms unique to their company. 1st Lt. Jeffries introduces their fundamentals series with the officer's weapon, the spontoon (also known as the espontoon).
(U.S. Army video by Spc. Lauren Wheeler)

4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, US Army Military District of Washington

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
05/06/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Twilight Tattoo kicked off its 2016 season with two shows May 4, 2016 in Conmy Hall Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, Va. Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, Commander, US Army Military District of Washington, hosted the first performance while the second show was hosted by the Honorable Katherine Hammack, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment, and Lt. Gen. David D. Halverson, Commanding general of the US Army Installation Management Command and Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management.
(U.S. Army photos by Spc. Brandon Dyer)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
05/06/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Mark your calendars for The Old Guard Family Day.
10:30am - 2:00 pm, May 7th Summerall Parking Lot, Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, Va.
(Graphic by SPC Taylor Lutheran)

One Legion 1st BN, 3rd US INF REG, (The Old Guard); 4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment; The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
05/06/2016

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Last night's first performance of Twilight Tattoo was a huge success! Thank you to our host Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, JFHQ-NCR/MDW Commanding General and all of the other special guests that were in attendance.
If you did not make it, join us next Wednesday, and don't forget to catch a selfie with a Soldier and share it with us! #TLT2016 #TWILIGHTTATTOO
(U.S.Army Photos by Spc. Daniel Yeadon. See more photos at: https://flic.kr/s/aHskzDpb18)
CC: 289th Military Police Company "The Old Guard", 529th Regimental Support Company Family Support Group 2015, Commander in Chief's Guard, The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, HHC, 4th Battalion, 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, United States Army Drill Team, Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, 3d US Infantry Regiment FRG (The Old Guard), US Army Military District of Washington.

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
05/02/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) provides ceremonial support for a Department of the U.S. Army Retirement Ceremony held in Conmy Hall, Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, Va., April 28, 2016. In a ceremony hosted by Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, Commanding General, US Army Military District of Washington, 30 Soldiers from across the Army retired after many years of dedicated service. (U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Cody W. Torkelson)

4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment One Legion 1st BN, 3rd US INF REG, (The Old Guard)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
05/02/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) performed a Special Retirement Review for Maj. Gen. Jeffery E. Phillips in Conmy Hall, Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, Va. Hosted by Commanding General of the US Army Military District of Washington Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker. Phillips is retiring after 37 years of distinguished service.
(U.S. Army photos by Spc. Brandon Dyer)

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"
05/02/2016

4th Battalion, 3d US Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard"

Twilight Tattoo kicks off next week, are you ready?

Warrior Battalion Soldiers perform for Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, JFHQ-NCR/MDW Commanding General, members of the press and a visiting school in preparation for the season.

(Photos by Spc. Daniel Yeadon. See more photos at: https://flic.kr/s/aHskvvR3qp)
CC: 289th Military Police Company "The Old Guard", Commander in Chief's Guard, 529th Regimental Support Company Family Support Group 2015, HHC, 4th Battalion, 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, US Army Military District of Washington.

05/02/2016
3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

The 2016 Twilight Tattoo season starts this week! Our first show of the season is this Wednesday, May 4th, on Summerall Field. Pre-show kicks off at 6:30pm and the performance begins at 7:00pm. All shows are FREE and open to the public.

For more information visit http://twilight.mdw.army.mil

(U.S. Army Video by Spc. Lauren Wheeler)

US Army Military District of Washington, 4th Battalion 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, Commander in Chief's Guard, U.S. Army Caisson Platoon, 3d Infantry Regiment, One Legion 1st BN, 3rd US INF REG, (The Old Guard), U.S. Army Band, The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)
04/20/2016

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)

The Commander in Chief's Guard performed a firing demonstration on the Lexington Green followed by a performance by The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, Lexington, Ma., April 16, 2016. On April 19, 1775 the American Revolution started at the Lexington Battle Green. Patriots' Day commemorates the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord.
(U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Cody W. Torkelson)

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Some CINC Guard Soldiers enjoying themselves as part of the Urban Warrior Challenge during Organization Day.

Rehearsals are complete. 1st show is 1030 Friday, hopefully we see some of you there. #SOA2014

Here is a short teaser from yesterday's rehearsal. Don't miss out, get your tickets if you are near Boston, Albany or Hershey. Only one day until the first show!

CinC Guard Soldiers conducting training on the Daniel King Howitzer prior to loading out for Boston.

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June 3, 2020 IMPORTANT 2020 REUNION UPDATE Friends, Do you know what day it is? Happy Birthday to The Old Guard! Today is the 236th birthday of our regiment, America’s oldest active-duty infantry unit in the Army. I want to use this important occasion to send you a final reminder to register for the 23rd Annual TOGA Reunion. As you know, the Board has determined that we must have a minimum of 100 attendees registered and paid by midnight June 5th in order to proceed. We’re making good progress but we’re not there yet. The Board wants to assure you that full refunds will be made if the Reunion is cancelled. Click here now to register https://www.oldguard.org/2020-toga-reunion/ . You can also reserve your room at the Sheraton Pentagon City when you register for the Reunion. We’re still working on a backup plan if the Army museum can’t take us. We talked to the Spy Museum and think it will be a great alternative. More to come on that. Are you wearing your TOGA gear to celebrate our birthday? Do you need gear? We have it. Click here and our Quartermaster will help you out – https://www.oldguard.org/shop/. Contact us at [email protected] if you have questions. Hats off to the Old Guard! Flip Godfrey President TOGA
I am a direct descendant of Michael Sechler. He was one of General Washington's guards, but I cannot find out if that is the same as the C in C guard. Is there some way to verify?
I'm going to send this to A Co this week from all of us that were there in the beginning 1973
Served in A Co at Ft. McNair in1979, 1st platoon