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| To take charge of my post and all government property in view. |
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| To walk my post in a military manner keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing. |
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| To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce. |
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| To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own. |
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| To quit my post only when properly relieved. |
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| To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the commanding officer, officer of the day, and officers and noncommissioned officers of the guard only. |
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| To talk to no one except in the line of duty. |
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| To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder. |
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| To call the corporal of the guard in any case not covered by instructions. |
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| To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased. |
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| To be especially watchful at night and during the time of challenging to challenge all persons on or near my post and to allow no one to pass without proper authority. |
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| Reward and punishment according to merits of the case in question |
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| Weighing facts /possible solutions on which to base sound decisions. |
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| The certainty of proper performance of duty |
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| Taking action in the absence of orders |
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| Ability to make decisions promptly & confidently |
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| The ability to deal with others without creating offense or hostility |
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| Uprightness of character and soundness of moral principles |
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| Sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty |
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| Creating a favorable/professional impression in appearance and conduct |
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| Putting the comfort and advancement of others above self |
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| Despite the presence of fear, it enables a Marine to proceed in doing what’s right |
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| Understanding of information and people |
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| The quality of faithfulness |
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| The ability to withstand pain/fatigue/stress/ hardship |
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Master Gunnery Sergeant
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| Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps |
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| In First Aid, what are the four life saving steps? |
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| restore breathing, stop bleeding, protect wound, treat for shock |
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| What are the characteristics of an M16 service rifle? |
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| LMGAS-Lightweight, Magazine fed, Gas operated, Air cooled, Shoulder fired |
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Maximum Range - 3,600 meters
Max Effective Range for a Point Target - 550 meters
Max Effective Range for an Area Target - 800 meters |
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| What are the 7 types of ammunition that can be used with the M16A2? |
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M193 – Ball
M196 – Trace
M199 – Dummy
M200 – Blank (Violet tip and 7 petal rose crimp)
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| Four Weapons Safety Rules |
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| 1. Treat every weapon as if it was loaded. 2. Never point a weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot. 3. Keep your finger straight and off the trigger until you are ready to fire. 4. Keep the weapon on safe until you intend to fire. |
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| What is the purpose of the interior guard? |
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| PEP-Preserve order, Enforce regulations, Protect property |
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| What is the distance between grid lines on a combat map? |
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| 1 kilometer (1000 meters) |
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| As a POW (Prisoner of War) what is the only information you are required to give your captures? |
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| Name, rank, service number, and date of birth |
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| What are the four types of burns? |
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| CELT- Chemical, Electrical, Laser, Thermal |
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| What is the first thing you should do when handling a weapon? |
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| Uniform Code of Military Justice...it prescribes criminal law for the military |
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| What is the purpose of training? |
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| To prepare Marines for war. ALL training relates to preparation for battle. |
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| What are the 5 types of wounds? |
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| CALIPS- Crush, Abrasion, Laceration, Incision, Puncture |
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| What is the main purpose of the Geneva Convention? |
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| It provides rules that prisoners of war must be treated humanely. Specifically forbidden are violence to life and person, cruel treatment and torture, outrages on personal dignity (in particular, humiliating and degrading treatment) |
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| What does SERE stand for? |
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| Survive, Evade, Resist, and Escape |
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| Article 1 Code of Conduct |
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| I am an American fighting man. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense. |
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| Article 2 Code of Conduct |
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| I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist. |
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| Article 3 Code of Conduct |
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| If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy. |
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| Article 4 Code of Conduct |
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| If I become a POW, I will keep faith with my fellow POW's. I will give NO information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way. |
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| Article 5 Code of Conduct |
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| When questioned, should I become a POW, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause. |
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| Article 6 Code of Conduct |
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| I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America. |
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| Who is the current Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps? (June2011) |
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| Sgt. Maj. Micheal P. Barrett |
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| Who is the current Commandant of the Marine Corps? (Mar2011) |
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| What are the elements of a "5 paragraph order"? |
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| SMEAC- Situation, Mission, Execution, Admin & logistics, Command & signal |
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| The qualities of integrity, maturity, dedication, trust, and dependability that commit Marines to act responsibly; to be accountable for their actions; to fulfill their obligations; and to hold others accountable for their actions. |
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| It is NOT the absence of fear, but rather an inner strength that enables a Marine to do what is right; to adhere to a higher standard of personal conduct; to lead by example and to make tough decisions under stress. |
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| It inspires the unrelenting determination to achieve a standard of excellence in EVERY endeavor. |
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| Leadership Principles: Know ______ and seek _____ _____________. |
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| Know yourself and seek self-improvement. |
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| Leadership Principles: Be ________ and _________ proficient. |
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| Be technically and tactfully proficient. |
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| Leadership Principles: Develop a sense of _________ among your _____________ |
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| Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates. |
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| Leadership Principles: Make ______ and _______ decisions. |
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| Make sound and timely decisions. |
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| Leadership Principles: Know your _______ and look out for their _________. |
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| Know your Marines and look out for their welfare. |
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| Leadership Principles: Keep your Marines _______. |
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| Keep your Marines informed. |
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| Leadership Principles: Seek ________ and take __________ for your actions. |
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| Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions. |
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| Leadership Principles: Ensure assigned tasks are ___________, ____________, and ______________. |
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| Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished. |
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| Leadership Principles: Train your Marines as a __________. |
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| Train your Marines as a team. |
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| Leadership Principles: Employ your command in accordance with its ______________. |
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| Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities. |
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| The first Marine to be awarded the prestigious Medal of Honor. |
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| Became the fifth Commandant of the Marine Corps. He held this position for more than 39 years, outlasting nine presidents. Often referred to as grand old man of the Marine Corps. |
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| Colonel Archibald Henderson |
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| Well known for his fearlessness in battle. He was highly respected by his fellow Marines; Major Smedley Butler described him as "the fightinest Marine I ever knew." This Marine is one of only two who have been awarded two Medals of Honor. |
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| On August 13, 1918, became the first female Marine when she enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve. |
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| Eager to become a Marine, forged his mother's signature on a waiver form to enlist at age 14. While fighting at the Battle of Iwo Jima at barely 17 years old, this Marine shielded three fellow Marines from two grenades. Although he survived, the blast embedded more than 250 pieces of shrapnel into his body. His selfless act earned him the MOH. |
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| Private First Class Jack Lucas |
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| Not only did this Marine distinguish himself as one of only two Marines to earn two Medals of Honor, he earned the prestigious medals in back-to-back campaigns. |
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| Major General Smedley Butler |
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| Fourteen personal decorations in combat, five Navy Crosses, a Purple Heart, and a long list of campaign medals, unit citation ribbons and other awards: This Marine's heroics earned him more military decorations than any Marine who served before or since. |
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| Lieutenant General Lewis "Chesty" Puller |
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| The first Marine to earn the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War. |
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Selflessly, pulled an enemy grenade to his chest and wrapped his body around it
as it exploded saving his platoon from serious injury and death, sacrificing his own life for his Marines and his country. For this courageous act, he became the first African-American Marine to earn the Medal of Honor. |
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| First Class James Anderson, Jr. |
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| In 1944, to increase the combat power of their rifle squads, the Marine Corps began using 13-man squads consisting of a squad leader and three...what? |
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| WWI...The German survivors, exhausted and wounded, gave a fitting nickname to their relentless opponent...what was it? |
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| Teufelhunden, or “Devil Dogs.” |
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| Four days into this WWII battle, a team of Marines and one Navy Corpsman reached the summit and raised the American Flag to encourage troops below. |
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| In this Korean War battle the worst weather in 50 years cut off air support and assaulted the Marines with snow, wind and temperatures of -40 degrees F. No Marines have ever faced worse weather, terrain, or odds than those who fought in this battle. |
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| What is the purpose of the ground combat element? |
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| LOCATE, CLOSE WITH AND DESTROY THE ENEMY BY FIRE AND MANEUVER |
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| Medal of Honor recipient who commanded the famous "Black Sheep Squadron" (VMA-214) during WWII. |
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Gregory "Pappy" Boyington
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| Renowned Marine sniper with 93 confirmed kills during the Vietnam War |
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| GySgt Carlos "Whitefeather" Hathcock |
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13th Commandant of the Marine Corps and author of the birthday message read aloud at every Marine Corps Birthday Ball ceremony.
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| Famous for his exploits in the First Barbary War. He was presented a sword for his part in attempting to restore Prince Hamet Karamanli to his throne at Tripoli. This sword became the model for the Mameluke Sword adopted in 1825 for Marine Corps officers |
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| Marine Corps Recruit Depot |
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| thorough cleaning of barracks |
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| Incentive Physical Training or Incentive Training (it's basically physical punishment) |
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| Lead recruit, carries the guideon |
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| term used by subordinate to acknowledge an order |
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| Recruit Training Battalion |
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| Medical Rehabilitation Platoon |
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| Physical Conditioning Platoon (for those who cannot meet the physical requirements of boot camp) |
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| Infantry Training Battalion |
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| Marines Awaiting Recon Training |
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