The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is an elaborate ritual that occurs at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and is one of the most popular attractions in Arlington National Cemetery. During The Changing of the Guard an impeccably uniformed relief commander conducts a detailed white-glove inspection of the incoming Sentinel's weapon, carefully checking each part of the fully functional M14 rifle once. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. George Huley and Pfc. Gabriel Silva) | 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old

A quick look at the Grenadier Guards Corps of Drums, 4 Regiment Royal Artillery and the Life Guards at Buckingham Palace this morning. | Changing-Guard

A closer look at Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Changing the Guard or Guard Mounting is the process involving a new guard exchanging duty with the old guard. The Guard which mounts at Buckingham Palace is called The Queen’s Guard and is divided into two Detachments: the Buckingham Palace Detachment (which is responsible for guarding Buckingham Palace), and the St. James’s Palace Detachment, (which guards St. James’s Palace). These guard duties are normally provided by a battalion of th