MCJROTC Academics/Inspection - Marine Corps Knowledge

5 Purposes of an NCO

1. Decentralize authority 2. Provide a link between officers and enlisted 3. Be a senior advisor to the commanding officer 4. Afford avenues of advancement 5. Recognize and reward outstanding skills

Roles of an Officer

1. Leader 2. Decision Maker 3. Prepared to assume responsibility for the actions of subordinates

Oldest Marine Corps Barracks

8th & I

Origin of the Blood Stripe

Battle of Chapultepec and Halls of Montezuma

Uniform of the President's Own

Dress Reds

Elements of the Marine Corps Emblem

Eagle: The Nation Globe: Worldwide Service Anchor: Amphibious Nature of the Marine Corps

Marine Corps Values

Honor, Courage, Commitment

Marine Corps Birthday

November 10, 1775

Types of USMC Uniforms

PT Utilities Service Dress

Origin of the term "Devil Dogs"

The Battle of Belleau Wood

Name of the Marine Corps Band

The President's Own

Definition of Commitment

The dedication to carry out all unit tasks and to serve the values of the country, the MCJROTC, and the unit

Definition of Courage (Marine Corps Value)

The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables a leader to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness

Definition of Honor

The quality that guides Marines to exemplify ethical and moral behavior

Marine Corps Birthplace

Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania