The Summerall Guards
Since its inception in 1932 as the Richardson Rifles, the Summerall Guards, have been one of the premier military drill units in the United States. Named after General Charles P. Summerall, former Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army and president of The Citadel from 1931 until 1953, The Summerall Guards remain The Citadel's elite, silent drill platoon.
Read more about The Summerall Guards: Unit History and Background, Summerall Guard Leadership, Summerall Guard Decorations and Awards, Bond Volunteer Aspirant (BVA) Training, Feats
Famous quotes containing the word guards:
“When a strong man, fully armed, guards his castle, his property is safe. But when one stronger than he attacks him and overpowers him, he takes away his armor in which he trusted and divides his plunder.”
—Bible: New Testament, Luke 11:21.22.