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