‘Flags In’: Personal for the Old Guard
· Texas Border Business
On May 21, 2026, soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, known as 'The Old Guard,' honored fallen heroes by placing American flags at Arlington National Cemetery and the United States Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery. This annual tradition, called 'Flags In,' occurs the Thursday before Memorial Day, with soldiers covering 639 acres at Arlington and 13,500 graves at the other cemetery. Master Sgt. Jeb Hague, who has participated since 2006, emphasized the personal significance of the event, as many soldiers have friends and family buried there. The day culminates in a tribute to all who served over 250 years of American history.
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