Drill Team Knowledge Packet. (As of Spring 2014) Birth date of the Marine Corps- November 10, Semper Fidelis (Latin for Always Faithful) D.C.

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1 Drill Team Knowledge Packet (As of Spring 2014) Mission of Marine Corps JROTC- Primary Objective- Secondary Objective- Develop informed and responsible citizens. Develop leadership skills. Strengthen character. Mission Accomplishment Troop Welfare Birth date of the Marine Corps- November 10, 1775 Birth place of the Marine Corps- Marine Corps Motto- Marine Corps Colors- Marine Corps Emblem Marine Corps Mascot- Oldest Post in the Marine Corps- Largest Post in the Marine Corps- First Objective of the USMC in First USMC offensive action in the Pacific in WWII- Last USMC offensive action in the Pacific in WWII- Highest Medal awarded for bravery- Tun Tavern, Philadelphia Semper Fidelis (Latin for Always Faithful) Scarlet and Gold Eagle: Nation Globe: Worldwide Service Anchor: Naval Affiliation An Old English Bulldog named Chesty Marine Barracks 8 th and I St. Washington D.C. Twenty-Nine Palms, California English forts, New Providence, Bahamas Guadalcanal Okinawa, Japan Medal of Honor

2 Marine Corps Core Values - Leatherneck- Devil Dogs- Red NCO Stripe on Dress Blue Trousers Blood Stripe - Honor, Courage, Commitment Nickname given to Marines because of the neckpiece worn on the uniform to protect them against the sword blade and to ensure correct posture Nickname given to Marines by the German soldiers during the battle of Belleau Wood in France during WWI Awarded to signify the bloodshed at the battle of Chapultepec 4 Colors on a Topographical Map- Black, Reddish-Brown, Green, Blue 3 Types of North- True, Grid, Magnetic 4 Lifesaving Steps- Start the breathing, Stop the bleeding, Protect the wound, Treat for shock Important People: Samuel Nicholas- General Archibald Henderson- First Commandant of the Marine Corps Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps (Longest Serving Commandant) 1 st Lieutenant Alfred A. Cunningham- Father of Marine Aviation, Patron of Marine Aviation- innovative thinker in introducing air support Opha Mae Johnson- John F. Mackie- Felix Rigau Carrera- Official First Female Marine First Marine awarded the Medal of Honor First Hispanic fighter pilot in the USMC

3 James L. Jones, Sr. Victor H. Krulak- John A. Lejeune- Presley O Bannon- Peter Pace- Lewis Burwell Chesty Puller- Commanded the Observer Group, the first amphibious reconnaissance unit in the US, as well as the Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion of V Amphibious Corps during WWII. Father of James L. Jones, Jr., the 32 nd Commandant of the Marine Corps An unconventional thinker in the ultimate hierarchy who dreamed up new waysespecially the use of helicopters in combat- to bring force to bear on US military opponents. The force behind bringing Higgins boats to the USN The 13 th Commandant of the Marine Corps and the author of the birthday message read aloud at every Marine Corps Birthday Ball ceremony Famous for his exploits in the First Barbary War- was presented the Mameluke Sword First Marine to become the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff ( ), previously the Vice Chairman ( ) Most decorated Marine in historyincluding 5 Navy Crosses and the Army Distinguished Service Cross Vernice Armour- John Basilone- First female African-American combat pilot in the US military Only enlisted Marine Medal of Honor recipient to return to combat and be killed

4 John Bolt- Pappy Boyington- Frederick C. Branch- Smedley Butler- Dan Daly- Louis Cukela- Lou Diamond- Only Marine aviator to achieve the title of ace in both WWII and the Korean Warremains to this day the only Marine jet aircraft ace Medal of Honor recipient who commanded the famous Black Sheep Squadron (VMA-214) during WWII First African American Marine Officer Awarded two Medals of Honor for two different acts of heroism, outspoken critic of war profiteers, testified in Congress regarding a plot to overthrow the government Awarded two Medals of Honor for two different acts of heroism Awarded both Navy and Army Medals of Honor Mr. Leatherneck, namesake of the actor Lou Diamond Phillips Carlos Hathcock- Renowned Marine Sniper with 93 confirmed kills during the Vietnam War Ira Hayes- Iwo Jima flag raiser

5 14 Leadership Traits Justice- Judgment- Decisiveness- Integrity- Dependability- Tact- Initiative- Enthusiasm- Bearing- Unselfishness- Courage- Knowledge- Loyalty- Endurance- Being impartial and fair Using facts to make sound decisions Ability to reach sound decisions in a timely manner Complete truth and honesty Completing assigned tasks completely The ability to deal with others without causing offense Seeing what needs to be done and getting it done without being told to Sincere interest in performing your task Creating a favorable impression, appearance Placing the welfare of your subordinates ahead of your own Mental quality that recognizes fear of danger and criticism Learning information Faithfulness to your organization and yourself Mental and physical strength

6 11 Leadership Principles Know yourself and seek self-improvement Be technically and tactically proficient Know your cadets and look out for their welfare Keep your personnel informed Set the example Insure the task is understood, supervised and accomplished Train your personnel as a team Make sound and timely decisions Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates Employ unit in accordance with their capabilities Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions

7 General Orders General Order 1- To take charge of this post and all government property in view General Order 2- To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing General Order 3- To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce General Order 4- To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own General Order 5- To quit my post only when properly relieved General Order 6- 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 General Order 7- To talk to no one except in the line of duty General Order 8- To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder General Order 9- To call the corporal of the guard in any case not covered by instructions General Order 10- To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased General Order 11- To 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

8 Marines Hymn From the Halls of Montezuma, to the shores of Tripoli; We 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 to 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 out nerve; If the Army or the Navy ever look on Heaven s scenes; They will find the streets are guarded by The United States Marines.