Pay attention to names, capitalization, and dates. Living Coloris the first book to investigate the social history of skin color from prehistory to the present, showing how our body's most visible trait influences our social interactions in profound and complex ways.
One of their most recognized responsibilities is providing sentinels...Tomb Guards, at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Since April 6, 1948 the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has been guarded 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, regardless of weather. Millions of Americans annually visit the Memorial Amphitheater to watch these dedicated soldiers of a new generation, dutifully pace 21 steps across a black mat on the west face of the Tomb.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington Cemetery. How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the Tomb of the Unknowns and why? ANS: 21 steps: It alludes to the twenty-one-gun salute which is the highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary. Snopes says: The guards do make 21-step walks past the Tomb of the Unknowns because 21 is considered a number of special significance.