On Veterans Day, Army Specialist Thomas Iglesias interrupted his watch at the<\/p>\n
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier after talking and apparent laughter came from Pete Hegseth\u2019s group as they gathered for photographs.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times,\u201d he announced. <\/p>\n
The warning drew widespread praise online, yet enforcing quiet is a routine responsibility for the sentinels. Former guards have explained that such reminders protect mourners and visitors seeking a moment of reflection.<\/p>\n
The Pentagon backed Iglesias, with spokesman Sean Parnell saying he had \u201ccorrectly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum.\u201d The following day, Hegseth welcomed members of The Old Guard to the Pentagon and presented Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal. \u201cWe love soldiers. We love standards,\u201d Hegseth wrote afterward. A moment framed online as a confrontation ended in recognition\u2014and a reminder that respect for the fallen applies to everyone, regardless of position.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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