Video shows soldier reprimanding Hegseth and advisers at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Source: Euronews
A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington tells US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his group to maintain silence and respect after they take photos and are heard laughing.
A US soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimanded Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and a group of advisers and staff during a visit to Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day.
Video shows Hegseth, his wife Jennifer and members of his team posing for photographs on the steps in front of the memorial. As the group finishes taking pictures, laughter can be heard before the guard reminds visitors to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect.
A Pentagon spokesman said the soldier had correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum during the solemn occasion.
In brief
A US soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimanded Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and a group of advisers and staff during a visit to Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day. Video shows Hegseth, his wife Jennifer and members of his team posing for photographs on the steps in front of the memorial. A Pentagon spokesman said the soldier had correctly and respectfully reminded everyone to maintain decorum during the solemn occasion.
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