Beneath this marble lies an Australian soldier. Unknown by name, but remembered by all. Brought home from France and laid to rest on 11 November 1993, the Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier honours every Australian who gave their life in war. “He is all of them, and he is one of us.” Each year on 11 November, Australians pause for a minute’s silence to remember those who served and sacrificed. In Canberra, the heart of that reflection lies within the Hall of Memory at the Australian War Memo

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a Tomb Guard? As we commemorate the anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Nov. 11, watch our Education Program’s interview with a Tomb Guard. Interested in learning more? Explore the ANC Education Program’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier module at education.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Themes/Tomb-of-the-Unknown-Soldier. (U.S. Army Video by Daryl Vaca / Arlington National Cemetery) | Arlington National Cemetery