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Knowledge Packet 2017-2018 (Recently updated: 29 Jan. 2018)

Table of Contents:

Core Values

Chain of Command

National Chain of Command

Unit Chain of Command

Drill Team Commanders & Drill Manual

Orders to the Sentry/General Orders

Leadership Principles

Ranks – US Navy

Ranks – US Marine Corps

Ranks – US Army

Ranks – US Air Force

Ranks – US Coast Guard

About the Cadet

Leadership – JJDIDTIEBUCKLE

Mascots – USN, USMC, USA, USAF, USCG

Wear of the Uniform (MALES)

Wear of the Uniform (FEMALES)

Star Spangled Banner

Anchors Aweigh

Navy Hymn – Eternal Father

Marine Hymn

Texas State Knowledge

THE CORE VALUES OF THE NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS

As a member of the NJROTC, we are dedicated to the Core Values of HONOR, COURAGE, and COMMITMENT to build the foundation of trust and leadership upon which our NJROTC unit is based. These are the principles that will give us strength and guide us in our daily activities; we will be faithful to these Core Values as our abiding duty and privilege.

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I AM ACCOUNTABLE FOR MY PERSONAL BEHAVIOR. I WILL BE MINDFUL OF THE

PRIVILEGE I HAVE TO SERVE MY FELLOW NJROTC CADETS AND CLASSMATES.

HONOR; “I will bear true faith and allegiance....” Accordingly we will: Conduct ourselves in the highest ethical manner in all relationships with peers, superiors and subordinates; Be honest and truthful in our dealings with each other, and with those outside of NJROTC; Be willing to make honest recommendations and to accept those of junior personnel; Encourage new ideas and deliver the bad news, even when it is unpopular; Abide by an uncompromising code of integrity, taking responsibility for our actions and keeping our word; Fulfill or exceed our legal and ethical responsibilities in our public and personal lives twenty-four hours a day. Illegal or improper behavior or even the appearance of such behavior will not be tolerated. We are accountable for our school, classroom, and personal behavior.

COURAGE IS THE VALUE THAT GIVES ME THE MORAL AND MENTAL STRENGTH TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT, WITH CONFIDENCE AND RESOLUTION, EVEN IN THE FACE OF TEMPTATION OR PERSONAL ADVERSITY.

COURAGE; “I will support and defend....” Accordingly, we will: Have the courage to meet the demands of our NJROTC unit when it is demanding, or otherwise difficult; Make decisions in the best interests of the NJROTC unit and the school, without regard to personal consequences; Meet these challenges while adhering to a high standard of personal conduct and decency; Be loyal to our NJROTC unit and our fellow cadets and classmates ensuring the resources entrusted to us are used in an honest, careful, and efficient way.

THE DAY-TO-DAY DUTY OF EVERY MAN AND WOMAN IN THE NJROTC PROGRAM IS TO JOIN TOGETHER AS A TEAM TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF OUR UNIT, OUR FELLOW CADETS AND CLASSMATES, AND OURSELVES.

COMMITMENT; “I will obey the orders....” Accordingly, we will: Demand respect up and down the chain of command, care for the safety, professional, personal and spiritual well-being of our fellow cadets and classmates; Show respect toward all individuals without regard to race, religion, or gender; Treat each person with human dignity; Be committed to positive change and constant improvement; Exhibit the highest degree of moral character, technical excellence, quality and competence in what we have been entrusted to do.

These are the CORE VALUES of the Navy and the Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps.

National Chain of Command

Example: Sir/Ma’am, the United States President is the Honorable Donald Trump

The answer must have their titles of “The Honorable” or their rank, such as “Admiral, General, Master Chief, Sergeant Major, etc.

President of the United States (POTUS): The Honorable Donald Trump

Commander-In-Chief: The Honorable Donald Trump

United States Vice President: The Honorable Michael Pence

President of the Senate: The Honorable Michael Pence

The Speaker of the House: The Honorable Paul Ryan

Secretary of State: The Honorable Rex Tillerson

Secretary of Defense (SECDEF): The Honorable James Mattis

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV): The Honorable Richard Spencer

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff: General Dunford

Chief of Naval Operations: Admiral Richardson

Commandant of the Marine Corps: General Neller

Commander of the Naval Education and Training Command: Rear Admiral Upper Half Cozad

Commander of the Naval Service Training Command: Rear Admiral Lower Half Bernacchi

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy: Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Giordano

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps : Sergeant Major Green

Area 10 Manager: Commander Hale

Texas Governor: The Honorable Greg Abbott

Texas Lieutenant Governor: The Honorable Dan Patrick

Mayor of Houston: The Honorable Sylvester Turner

Mayor of Sugar Land: The Honorable Joe Zimmerman

Fort Bend ISD Superintendent: Dr. Charles Dupre (Dew-pre)

Austin High School Principal: Dr. Rizvan Quadri

Senior Naval Science Instructor: N/A

Naval Science Instructor: Senior Chief Johnson

Unit Chain of Command

Example: Sir/Ma’am, this cadet’s Commanding Officer is Cadet Lieutenant Tran

The question will always be restated and the answer must have their title/position and their rank or rate, such as Lieutenant, Ensign, Chief or etc.

Commanding Officer: Cadet Lieutenant De’Miro Baeza, Senior, NS-IV

Executive Officer: Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Corbin Chen, Senior, NS-IV

Operation Officer: Cadet Lieutenant De’Miro Baeza, Senior, NS-IV

Administrative Officer: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Patrick Dubreus, Junior, NS-II

Supply Officer: Cadet Ensign Andrea Hardy, Junior, NS-III

Disbursing Officer: Cadet Ensign Selena Martinez, Senior, NS-IV

Armory Officer: Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Corbin Chen, Senior, NS-IV

Public Affairs Officer: Cadet Ensign Brandon Shiba, Senior, NS-IV

Assistant Operations Officer: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Patrick Dubreus, Junior, NS-II

Educational Services Officer: Cadet Ensign Kevin Phan, Junior, NS-III

Alpha Platoon Commander: Cadet Ensign Ishita Khurd, Junior, NS-III

Bravo Platoon Commander: Cadet Ensign Kevin Phan, Junior, NS-III

Charlie Platoon Commander: Cadet Ensign Ricardo Trevino, Senior, NS-II

Delta Platoon Commander: Cadet Ensign Alejandro Munoz, Junior, NS-III

Alpha Platoon Chief: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Dustin Joseph, Junior, NS-II

Bravo Platoon Chief: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Bryan Moreira, Junior, NS-III

Charlie Platoon Chief: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Raynecia Walker, Junior, NS-II

Delta Platoon Chief: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Kyle Lowe, Sophomore, NS-II

Drill Team Commanders

Co-Unarmed Drill Team Commanders: Cadet Ensign Andrea Hardy, Regulation

Cadet Ensign Alejandro Munoz, Exhibition

Co-Armed Drill Team Commanders: Cadet Ensign Kevin Phan, Regulation

Cadet Ensign Ishita Khurd, Exhibition

Varsity Female Color Guard Commander: Cadet Ensign Andrea Hardy

Varsity Male Color Guard Commander: Cadet Ensign Alejandro Munoz

Male Physical Training Commander: Cadet Ensign Ricardo Trevino

Female Physical Training Commander: Cadet Chief Petty Officer Raynecia Walker

Academics Team Commander: Cadet Ensign Kevin Phan

Marksmanship Team Commander: Cadet Petty Officer 1st Class Ethan Tran

Orienteering Team Commander: Cadet Ensign Kevin Phan

Drill Manual

Marine Corps Order P5060.20

Orders to the Sentry/General Orders

1) To take charge of this post and all government property in view.

2) To walk my post in a military, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.

3) To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.

4) To repeat any calls more distant than the guardhouse or quarterdeck than my own.

5) To 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, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, Officers and Petty Officers of the watch only.

7) Talk to no one except in the line of duty.

8) To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder

9) To call the Corporal of the Guard or Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions.

10) To salute all Officers and all Colors and Standards not cased.

11) To be especially watchful at night and during the time of challenging, challenge all persons on or near my post and allow no one to pass without proper authority.

Leadership Principles

1) Be technically and tactically proficient

2) Know yourself and seek self-improvement

3) Know your cadets and look out for their welfare

4) Keep your cadets informed

5) Set the example

6) Ensure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished

7) Train your cadets as a team

8) Make sound and timely decisions

9) Develop a sense of responsibility in your subordinates

10) Employ your unit in accordance with its capabilities

11) Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions

US Navy Ranks

To answer these questions, the cadets would say, “Sir/Ma’am, an O-10 in the United States Navy is an Admiral.” It is very important that the cadet restates the question and answers it in a specific way, mentioning that the rank is of the United States’ Navy as to not be confused with other countries.

Officers

O-10 …………..Admiral

O-9…………….Vice Admiral

O-8…………….Rear Admiral Upper Half

O-7…………….Rear Admiral Lower Half

O-6…………….Captain

O-5…………….Commander

O-4…………….Lieutenant Commander

O-3…………….Lieutenant

O-2…………….Lieutenant Junior Grade

O-1…………….Ensign

Enlisted

E-9…………….Master Chief Petty Officer

E-8…………….Senior Chief Petty Officer

E-7…………….Chief Petty Officer

E-6…………….Petty Officer First Class

E-5…………….Petty Officer Second Class

E-4…………….Petty Officer Third Class

E-3…………….Seamen

E-2…………….Seaman Apprentice

E-1…………….Seaman Recruit

US Marine Corps Ranks

To answer these questions, the cadets would say, “Sir/Ma’am, an O-10 in the United States’ Marine Corps is a General.” It is very important that the cadet restates the question and answers it in a specific way, mentioning that the rank is of the United States’ Marine Corps as to not be confused with other countries

Officers

O-10.…………..General

O-9…………….Lieutenant General

O-8…………….Major General

O-7…………….Brigadier General

O-6…………….Colonel

O-5…………….Lieutenant Colonel

O-4…………….Major


O-2…………….First Lieutenant

O-1…………….Second Lieutenant

Enlisted

E-9…………….Sergeant Major

E-9…………….Master Gunnery Sergeant

E-8…………….First Sergeant

E-8…………….Master Sergeant

E-7…………….Gunnery Sergeant

E-6…………….Staff Sergeant

E-5…………….Sergeant

E-4…………….Corporal

E-3…………….Lance Corporal

E-2…………….Private First Class

E-1…………….Private

US Army Ranks

To answer these questions, the cadets would say, “Sir/Ma’am, an O-10 in the United States’ Army is a General.” It is very important that the cadet restates the question and answers it in a specific way, mentioning that the rank is of the United States’ Army as to not be confused with other countries.

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Enlisted

E-9…………….Command Sergeant Major

E-9…………….Sergeant Major

E-8…………….First Sergeant


E-7…………….Sergeant First Class


E-5…………….Sergeant

E-4…………….Corporal

E-4…………….Specialist

E-3…………….Private First Class

E-2…………….Private Two

E-1…………….Private

US Air Force Ranks

To answer these questions, the cadets would say, “Sir/Ma’am, an O-10 in the United States’ Air Force is a General.” It is very important that the cadet restates the question and answers it in a specific way, mentioning that the rank is of the United States’ Air Force as to not be confused with other countries.

Officers











Enlisted

E-9…………….Chief Master Sergeant

E-8…………….Senior Master Sergeant


E-6…………….Technical Sergeant


E-4…………….Senior Airman

E-3…………….Airman First Class

E-2…………….Airman

E-1…………….Airman Basic

US Coast Guard Ranks

To answer these questions, the cadets would say, “Sir/Ma’am, an O-10 in the United States’ Coast Guard is an Admiral.” It is very important that the cadet restates the question and answers it in a specific way, mentioning that the rank is of the United States’ Coast Guard as to not be confused with other countries

Officers

O-10 …………..Admiral

O-9…………….Vice Admiral

O-8…………….Rear Admiral Upper Half

O-7…………….Rear Admiral Lower Half


O-5…………….Commander

O-4…………….Lieutenant Commander

O-3…………….Lieutenant

O-2…………….Lieutenant Junior Grade

O-1…………….Ensign

Enlisted

E-9…………….Master Chief Petty Officer

E-8…………….Senior Chief Petty Officer

E-7…………….Chief Petty Officer

E-6…………….Petty Officer First Class

E-5…………….Petty Officer Second Class

E-4…………….Petty Officer Third Class

E-3…………….Seamen

E-2…………….Seaman Apprentice

E-1…………….Seaman Recruit

About the Cadet

These questions are oftentimes arbitrary. If asked, however, respond in third person and repeat the question. The most important part is to keep your bearing. Below are a few examples that have been asked in the past. Please refer to them as you formulate your answer.

How old are you?

- Sir/Ma’am, this cadet is __ years old.How many years have you been in NJROTC?

- Sir/Ma’am, this cadet has been in NJROTC for ___ year(s).How many brothers or sisters do you have?

- Sir/Ma’am, this cadet has __ sister and __ brother.What did you have for breakfast?

- Sir/Ma’am, this cadet had _________ for breakfast.How long have you prepared your uniform?

- Sir/Ma’am, this cadet spent 1 week on his/her uniformHow long have you shined your shoes?

- Sir/Ma’am, this cadet spent 2 hours on his/her shoesDo you want to join the military? If so, which branch and why?

- Sir/Ma’am, this cadet wants to join the Navy because they have carriers.

14 Leadership Traits

J.J. DID TIE BUCKLE

Judgment: The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound decisions.

Justice: Giving reward and punishment according to the merits of the case in question; the ability to administer a system of rewards and punishments impartially.

Dependability: The certainty of proper performance of duty.

Integrity: The uprightness and soundness of moral principles; the quality of truthfulness and honesty.

Decisiveness: The ability to make decisions promptly and announce them in a clear, forceful manner.

Tact: The ability to deal with others with respect.

Initiative: Taking action in the absence of orders.

Enthusiasm: The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty.

Bearing: The creating of a favorable impression in carriage, appearance, and personal conduct at all times.

Unselfishness: Avoidance of providing for one’s own comfort and personal advancement at the expense of others.

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.

Knowledge: The understanding of a science or an art; the range of one’s information.

Loyalty: The quality of faithfulness to country, corps, and to your seniors and subordinates.

Endurance: The mental and physical stamina measured by one’s ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress, and hardship.

What is Leadership?

- The sum of those qualities of intellect, human understanding, and moral character that allow a person to inspire and control a group of people successfully.

Mascots – USN, USMC, USA, USAF, USCG

Question: What is the (i.e. Navy’s) Mascot?

Answer: Sir/Ma’am the Navy’s Mascot is Billy the Goat.

United States Navy:

Billy the Goat

For centuries, ships sailed with livestock in order to provide sailors with fresh food. Ships in the British and early American navies often carried goats, to eat the garbage and other undesirable food and to return milk and butter. The first usage of "billy goat" for a male goat occurs in the 19th century replacing the older term "he-goat."

United States Marine Corps

Chesty the English Bulldog

Thanks to the German Army, the U.S. Marine Corps has an unofficial mascot. During World War I many German reports had called the attacking Marines "teufel-hunden," meaning Devil-Dogs. Teufel-hunden were the vicious, wild, and ferocious mountain dogs of Bavarian folklore. Soon afterward a U.S. Marine recruiting poster depicted a snarling English Bulldog wearing a Marine Corps helmet. Because of the tenacity and demeanor of the breed, the image took root with both the Marines and the public. The Marines soon unofficially adopted the English Bulldog as their mascot.

United States Army

Ranger III the Mule and Stryker the Mule

The tradition of mules as mascots for Army dates back to 1899, when an officer at the Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot decided that the team needed a mascot to counter the Navy goat. Mules were an obvious choice, as they were used as haulers for Army gear for generations. Not much is known about the "official" mules until 1936, when Mr. Jackson (named for Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson), a former Army pack mule, arrived from Front Royal, Virginia. He served for twelve years, presiding over two national championship teams. Starting with Mr. Jackson, there have been seventeen "official" Army mules, only one, "Buckshot," being female.

United States Air Force

Aurora the Falcon

The falcon mascot was selected by popular vote of the Academy's Class of 1959, the first class to graduate from the Academy. The team mascot is "Mach 1" name of the first falcon presented to the academy on Oct 5, 1955, however each performing falcon is given an individual name by its cadet falconer.

Wear of the Uniform (MALES)

Regulations:

Sir/Ma’am, the _______ regulation is:

Hair: Above the ears and around the neck: must be tapered upwards three-fourths inch and outwards not greater than three-fourths inch. No longer than four inches and the bulk shall not exceed two inches.

Sideburns: Shall not extend below a point level with the middle of the ear, and shall be of even width.

Fingernails: Will not extend past the fingertips.

Earrings/Studs: Not authorized in the ear, nose, eyebrows, tongue, lips, or other areas of the face or body visible to the NSI. Only silver or gold studs are permitted. One stud in each ear for females.

Necklace: Authorized, but shall not be visible.

Rings: One per hand is authorized.

Wristwatch/Bracelet: One of each is authorized, but no ankle bracelets.

Sunglasses: Sunglasses are never authorized in military formation.

Positioning:

Sir/Ma’am, the __________ will be worn:

Cover: squarely on the head with the fore and aft crease centered vertically between the eyebrows and the lowest point approximately one inch above the eyebrows.

Anchor on Cover: on the wearer’s left side of the cap, two inches from the fore and one and a half inch above the bottom edge, centered along the imaginary bisecting horizontal axis.

Rank/Rate on Cover: only on an officer or chief’s right side of the cap, two inches from the fore and one and a half inch above the bottom edge, centered along the imaginary bisecting horizontal axis.

Rank/Rate Insignia: centered on the imaginary right vertical axis of the collar one and seven-eighths of an inch from the point.

JROTC Bar: centered on the imaginary left vertical axis of the collar one and seven-eighths of an inch from the point.

Ribbons: one-fourth inch above and centered on the left pocket button hole.

Name Tag: one-fourth inch above and centered on the right pocket button hole.

Belt Buckle: with the tip of the brass buckle aligned with the wearer’s shirt flap and the opening towards the wearer’s right.

Trousers: with the length no longer than the wearer’s shoe heel, approximately one and a half inch above the deck.

Wear of the Uniform (FEMALES)

Regulations:

Sir/Ma’am, the _______ regulation is:

Hair: that it may touch, but cannot fall below the horizontal line level with the lower edge of the back of the collar and must not show under the front brim of any cap. The bulk of the hair shall not exceed approximately two inches.

Hair Ornaments: that barrettes must be similar to hair color. Conspicuous rubber bands, combs and pins are not authorized.

Cosmetics: that it may be applied in good taste and colors blend with natural skin tone. Exaggerated or faddish cosmetics are inappropriate. Lipstick should be conservative.

Fingernails: that it shall not be excessive in length. Nail polish color shall complement the skin tone.

Earrings/Studs: one per ear, centered on the earlobe. Must be a small gold or silver ball.

Necklaces: Authorized, but shall not be visible.

Rings: One per hand is authorized, plus the engagement ring or the wedding ring.

Wristwatch/Bracelet: One of each is authorized, but no ankle bracelets.

Positioning:

Sir/Ma’am, the __________ will be worn:

Cover: squarely on the head with the fore and aft crease centered vertically between the eyebrows and the lowest point approximately one inch above the eyebrows.

Anchor on Cover: on the wearer’s left side of the cap, two inches from the fore and one and a half inch above the bottom edge, centered along the imaginary bisecting horizontal axis.

Rank/Rate on Cover: only on an officer or chief’s right side of the cap, two inches from the fore and one and a half inch above the bottom edge, centered along the imaginary bisecting horizontal axis.

Rank/Rate Insignia: centered on the imaginary right vertical axis of the collar one and seven-eighths of an inch from the point.

JROTC Bar: centered on the imaginary left vertical axis of the collar one and seven-eighths of an inch from the point.

Ribbons: six and one quarter inches down from the intersection of the front seam and shoulder seam and centered over the left front seam.

Name Tag: six and one quarter inches down from the intersection of the front seam and shoulder seam and centered over the right front seam.

Slacks: with the length no longer than the wearer’s shoe heel, approximately one and a half inch above the deck.

The flag of the United States of America is a national flag and has:7 red stripes and 6 white stripes. These 13 stripes stand for the 13 original colonies. The flag also has a blue canton, a rectangle in the top left corner. The canton has one white star for every state (50).

The flag is also often called the Stars and Stripes, the Star-Spangled Banner, or Old Glory.

History of American Flag.For more than 200 years, the American flag has been the symbol of our nation's strength and unity. It's been a source of pride and inspiration for millions of citizens. And the American Flag has been a prominent icon in our national history. Here are the highlights of its unique past. On January 1, 1776, the Continental Army was reorganized in accordance with a Congressional resolution which placed American forces under George Washington's control. On that New Year's Day the Continental Army was laying siege to Boston which had been taken over by the British Army. Washington ordered the Grand Union flag hoisted above his base at Prospect Hill. It had 13 alternate red and white stripes and the British Union Jack in the upper left-hand corner (the canton). In May of 1776, Betsy Ross reported that she sewed the first American flag. On June 14, 1777, in order to establish an official flag for the new nation, the Continental Congress passed the first Flag Act: "Resolved, That the flag of the United States be made of thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new Constellation." Between 1777 and 1960, Congress passed several acts that changed the shape, design and arrangement of the flag and allowed for additional stars and stripes to be added to reflect the admission of each new state. Act of January 13, 1794 - provided for 15 stripes and 15 stars after May 1795. Act of April 4, 1818 - provided for 13 stripes and one star for each state, to be added to the flag on the 4th of July following the admission of each new state, signed by President Monroe.

Executive Order of President Taft dated June 24, 1912 - established proportions of the flag and provided for arrangement of the stars in six horizontal rows of eight each, a single point of each star to be upward. Executive Order of President Eisenhower dated January 3, 1959 - provided for the arrangement of the stars in seven rows of seven stars each, staggered horizontally and vertically. Executive Order of President Eisenhower dated August 21, 1959 - provided for the arrangement of the stars in nine rows of stars staggered horizontally and eleven rows of stars staggered vertically. Today the flag consists of thirteen horizontal stripes, seven red alternating with 6 white. The stripes represent the original 13 colonies, the stars represent the 50 states of the Union. The colors of the flag are symbolic as well: Red symbolizes Hardiness and Valor, White symbolizes Purity and Innocence and Blue represents Vigilance, Perseverance and Justice.

American Flag Etiquette.

Federal law stipulates many aspects of flag etiquette. The section of law dealing with American Flag etiquette is generally referred to as the Flag Code. Some general guidelines from the Flag Code answer many of the most common questions:

The flag should be lighted at all times, either by sunlight or by an appropriate light source.

The flag should be flown in fair weather, unless the flag is designed for inclement weather use.

The flag should never be dipped to any person or thing. It is flown upside down only as a distress signal.

The flag should not be used for any decoration in general. Bunting of blue, white and red stripes is available for these purposes. The blue stripe of the bunting should be on the top.

The flag should never be used for any advertising purpose. It should not be embroidered, printed or otherwise impressed on such articles as cushions, handkerchiefs, napkins, boxes, or anything intended to be discarded after temporary use. Advertising signs should not be attached to the staff or halyard.

The flag should not be used as part of a costume or athletic uniform, except that a flag patch may be used on the uniform of military personnel, fireman, policeman and members of patriotic organizations.

The flag should never have any mark, insignia, letter, word, number, figure, or drawing of any kind placed on it, or attached to it.

The flag should never be used for receiving, holding, carrying, or delivering anything.

When the flag is lowered, no part of it should touch the ground or any other object; it should be received by waiting hands and arms. To store the flag it should be folded neatly and ceremoniously.

The flag should be cleaned and mended when necessary.

When a flag is so worn it is no longer fit to serve as a symbol of our country, it should be destroyed by burning in a dignified manner.

The Star Spangled Banner LyricsBy Francis Scott Key written in 1814

Oh, say can you see by the dawn's early lightWhat so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming?Whose broad stripes and bright stars thru the perilous fight,O'er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming?And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air,Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave

O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?

On the shore, dimly seen through the mists of the deep,Where the foe's haughty host in dread silence reposes,What is that which the breeze, o'er the towering steep,As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses?Now it catches the gleam of the morning's first beam,In full glory reflected now shines in the stream:'Tis the star-spangled banner! Oh long may it waveO'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!

And where is that band who so vauntingly sworeThat the havoc of war and the battle's confusion,A home and a country should leave us no more!Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps' pollution.No refuge could save the hireling and slaveFrom the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave:And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth waveO'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!

Oh! thus be it ever, when freemen shall standBetween their loved home and the war's desolation!Blest with victory and peace, may the heav'n rescued landPraise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation.Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just,And this be our motto: "In God is our trust."And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall waveO'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!

The Navy Hymn Written in 1860, by William Whiting

Eternal Father, strong to save, Whose arm hath bound the restless wave, Who bidd`st the mighty ocean deep Its own appointed limits keep; Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee, For those in peril on the sea!

O Christ! Whose voice the waters heard And hushed their raging at Thy word, Who walked`st on the foaming deep,

And calm amidst its rage didst sleep; Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee, For those in peril on the sea! Most Holy Spirit! Who didst brood Upon the chaos dark and rude, And bid its angry tumult cease, And give, for wild confusion, peace; Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee, For those in peril on the sea!

O Trinity of love and power!Our brethren shield in danger`s hour; From rock and tempest, fire and foe, Protect them wheresoe`er they go; Thus evermore shall rise to Thee Glad hymns of praise from land and sea.

Anchors Aweigh Revised Lyrics of 1997 by MCPON John Hagen, USN (Ret)

Stand Navy out to sea, Fight our battle cry; We'll never change our course, So vicious foe steer shy-y-y-y. Roll out the TNT, Anchors Aweigh. Sail on to victory And sink their bones to Davy Jones, hooray!

Anchors Aweigh, my boys,

Anchors Aweigh. Farewell to foreign shores, We sail at break of day-ay-ay-ay. Through our last night ashore, Drink to the foam, Until we meet once more. Here's wishing you a happy voyage home.

Blue of the mighty deep: Gold of God's great sun. Let these our colors be Till all of time be done, done, done, done. On seven seas we learn Navy's stern call: Faith, courage, service true, With honor, over honor, over all.

Marine Corps Hymn Lyrics in 1917 by W.E. Christian

From the Halls of MontezumaTo the Shores of Tripoli;We fight our country's battlesIn 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 breezeFrom dawn to setting sun;We have fought in ev'ry clime and placeWhere we could take a gun;

In the snow of far-off Northern landsAnd in sunny tropic scenes; You will find us always on the jobThe United States Marines.

Here's health to you and to our CorpsWhich we are proud to serve In many a strife we've fought for life And never lost our nerve;If the Army and the NavyEver look on Heaven's scenes; They will find the streets are guarded By United States Marines.

Texas State Knowledge

Below are the many official symbols that represent the state of Texas.

TEXAS STATE BIRD- Northern Mockingbird

TEXAS STATE TREE- Pecan Tree

TEXAS STATE DISH- A bowl of chili

TEXAS STATE FLOWER- Bluebonnet

TEXAS STATE SONG- Texas, Our Texas

TEXAS STATE SMALL MAMMAL- Nine Banded Armadillo

TEXAS STATE LARGE MAMMAL- Longhorn

TEXAS STATE FLYING MAMMAL- Mexican Free Tailed Bat

TEXAS STATE FISH- Guadalupe Bass

TEXAS STATE INSECT- Monarch Butterfly

TEXAS STATE PLANT- Prickly Pear Cactus

TEXAS STATE REPTILE- Texas Horned Lizard

TEXAS STATE SLOGAN- Don’t mess with Texas, The Lone Star State, and The Great State of Texas

Documents

· Web viewRanks – US Army. Ranks – US Air Force. Ranks – US Coast Guard. About the Cadet. ... taking responsibility for our actions and keeping our word;