USMC Knowledge
Birthday of the Marine Corps ------ 10 NOV 1775
Birthplace of the Marine Corps ------ Tunn Tavern
Philadelphia, PA
First Commandant of the Marine Corps------Captain Samuel
Nichols
Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps------Archibald
Henderson
Meaning of the Blood Stripe------In memory of those who died
at the battle of Chapultapec
Meaning of the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor----
1. Eagle-National Defense
2. Globe-Worldwide Service
3. Anchor-Maritime Tradition
Mascot of the Marine Corps------English Bulldog
Marine Corps Motto------Semper Fidelis
Meaning of Semper Fidelis------"Always Faithful"
Only two Marines to receive two Medals of Honor------Dan
Daly and Smedley Butler
Only Marine to receive five Navy Crosses------Lewis B.
"Chesty" Puller
Origin of the nickname Devil Dog------Given by Germans in
WWI
Origin of the nickname Leatherneck------ Came from when
Marines wore high leather collars to defend against sword
slashes.
Mission of the Marine Rifle Squad------ To locate, close with,
and destroy the enemy, by fire and maneuver, or repel the
enemy assault by fire and close combat.
Five Paragraph Order
Situation
Mission
Execution
Admin and logistics
Command and signal
Marine Corps Core Values
Honor - The qualities of maturity, dedication, trust, and
dependability commit Marines to act responsibly; to be
accountable for their actions; to fulfill their obligations; and to
hold others accountable for their actions.
Courage - It is the 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 and pressure.
Commitment - It inspires the unrelenting determination to
achieve a standard of excellence in every endeavor.
Marine Corps Leadership Traits
Dependability - The certainty of proper performance of duty.
Bearing - Creating a favorable impression in carriage,
appearance and personal conduct at all times.
Courage - The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or
criticism, but enables a man to proceed in the face of it with
calmness and firmness.
Decisiveness - Ability to make decisions promptly and to
announce them in clear, forceful manner.
Endurance - The mental and physical stamina measured by the
ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress and hardship.
Enthusiasm - The display of sincere interest and exuberance in
the performance of duty.
Initiative - Taking action in the absence of orders.
Integrity - Uprightness of character and soundness of moral
principles; includes the qualities of truthfulness and honesty.
Judgment - The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on
which to base sound decisions.
Justice - Giving reward and punishment according to merits of
the case in question. The ability to administer a system of
rewards and punishments impartially and consistently.
Knowledge - Understanding of a science or an art. The range
of one's information, including professional knowledge and an
understanding of your Marines.
Tact - The ability to deal with others without creating offense.
Unselfishness - Avoidance of providing for one's own comfort
and personal advancement at the expense of others.
Loyalty - The quality of faithfulness to country, the Corps, the
unit, to one's seniors, subordinates and peers.
Marine Corps Leadership Principles
*Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
*Be technically and tactically proficient.
*Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.
*Make sound and timely decisions.
*Set the example.
*Know your Marines and look out for their welfare.
*Keep your Marines informed.
*Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.
*Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and
accomplished.
*Train your Marines as a team.
*Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.
Marines' Hymn
From the Halls of Montezuma,
To the shores of Tripoli,
We will fight our country's battles
In the air, on land, and sea.
First to fight for right and freedom,
and to keep our honor clean;
We are proud to claim the title
of
UNITED STATES MARINE
Our flag's unfurled to every breeze
From dawn to setting sun.
We have fought in every clime and place
Where we could take a gun.
In the snow of far off northern lands
and in sunny tropic scenes,
You will find us always on the job,
The
UNITED STATES MARINES
Here's health to you and to our Corps
Which we are proud to serve.
In many a strife we've fought for life
And never lost our nerve.
If the Army and the Navy
Ever look on Heaven's scenes,
They will find the streets are guarded by
UNITED STATES MARINES
GENERAL ORDERS
1. Take charge of this post and all government property in
view.
2. Walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the
alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or
hearing.
3. Report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
4. To repeat all calls [from posts] more distant from the
guardhouse than my own.
5. Quit my post only when properly relieved.
6. To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me,
all orders from the Commanding Officer, Officer of the Day,
Officers, and Non-Commissioned Officers of the guard only.
7. Talk to no one except in the line of duty.
8. Give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
9. To call the Corporal of the Guard in any case not covered by
instructions.
10. Salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased.
11. Be especially watchful at night and during the time for
challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to
allow no one to pass without proper authority
RANK STRUCTURE
ENLISTED
E-1
PRIVATE
E-2
PRIVATE FIRST CLASS
E-3
LANCE CORPORAL
E-4
CORPORAL
E-5
SERGEANT
E-6
STAFF SERGEANT
E-7
GUNNERY SERGEANT
E-8
FIRST SERGEANT / MASTER SERGEANT
E-9
SERGEANT MAJOR / MASTER GUNNERY
SERGEANT
WARRANT OFFICER
W-1
WARRANT OFFICER
W-2
CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER
W-3
CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER
W-4
CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER
W-5
CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER
OFFICER
0-1
SECOND LIEUTENANT
0-2
FIRST LIEUTENANT
0-3
CAPTAIN
0-4
MAJOR
0-5
LIEUTENANT COLONEL
0-6
COLONEL
0-7
BRIGADIER GENERAL
0-8
MAJOR GENERAL
0-9
LIEUTENANT GENERAL
0-10
GENERAL
CODE OF CONDUCT
Article I: I am an American, fighting in the Armed Forces
which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to
give my life in their defense.
Article II: I will NEVER surrender of my own free will. If in
command I will NEVER surrender the members of my
command while they still have the means to resist.
Article III: 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.
Article IV: If I become a POW, I will keep FAITH with my
fellow prisoners. 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 and
their orders.
Article V: When questioned as a POW, I am required ONLY
to give my name, rank, service number and date of birth. I will
refuse to answer any further questions to the utmost of my
ability. I will make NO oral or written statements disloyal to
my country and its allies or cause harm to them.
Article VI: I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT I AM AN
AMERICAN, responsible for my actions, dedicated to the
principles which made my country free. I WILL TRUST IN
GOD AND IN THE USA.