- Last Updated on Thursday, 02 May 2019 14:28
Tomb Guard Will Speak at Elizabeth Township Historical Society
Twenty one steps and pivot. David Mahlstedh repeated this throughout his eight-hour shift as a Tomb Guard at the Tomb of the Unkowns in Arlington National Cemetery. The repetitive action alludes to the 21-gun salute, the highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary.
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| Photo from Society of the Honor Guard - Tomb of the Unknown Soldier |
The Elizabeth Township Historical Society will feature Mahlstedh as a speaker on Thursday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. He will give a slide presentation about this historic cemetery that bears witness to our American heritage and sacrifice of men and women in U.S. uniforms. This event in conjunction with Third Thursday at the Greenock United Methodist Church will be held at the church at 1213 Greenock Buena Vista Road, Elizabeth Township. The church’s outreach Committee sponsors Third Thursday for topical discussions and lunch monthly.
Elizabeth Township and Monongahela historical societies are also preparing for their third annual concert at the Grand Theatre in Elizabeth on Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. The Wayward Companions and Pittsburgh Historical Music Society will transport audiences into the 18th and 19th centuries performing on original style instruments and in historical dress. Concert tickets at $15 are available by calling 724-258-3824 or 412-751-5389 or visiting www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com.
