General
What do the 13 stripes in the flag stand for?
The original 13 colonies
Dress, Utility and service
Describe Cadet "PFC"
When is the USMC birthday? Where was it established?
November 10th, 1775, Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Who is Daniel Daly
Dan Daly is recognized for being the only enlisted Marine to earn two Medals of Honor.
Who is Carlos Ruiz?
Who is the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps
What is Male Hair regulation?
Hair may be clipped on the sides and back (zero). Upper portion of the head, and will not be over three (3) inches in length
Describe Cadet Captain
3 Silver Disks
Where did the term Devil Dogs come from?
At Belleau Wood in 1918, the Marines fought with such ferocity that the Germans referred to them as “Teufelhunden" which translates to "Devil Dogs.”
When was the Korean War
1950
What does JJDIDTIEBUCKLE stand for?
Judgment, Justice, Dependability, Integrity, Decisiveness, Tact, Initiative, Endurance, Baring, Unselfishness, Courage, Knowledge, Loyalty, and Enthusiasm.
Ribbons will be worn...?
a. Ribbons will be worn 1/8” above and centered over the left breast pocket of the khaki.
Describe Cadet Sergeant Major
3 chevrons, 4 rockers, and a lamp of learning
Who is Smedley Butler?
Smedley Butler is recognized for being the only officer to earn two Medals of Honor.
What did Lewis B Puller win and gain from that?
He won 5 Navy Crosses and gained the title of the most decorated Marine.
Who is the first Commandant of the Marine Corps?
Captain Samual Nicholas
What is the regulated belt Length?
Between 2 and 4 inches past the buckle.
Describe O-4
A gold Oak Leaf
Who is ALFRED A. CUNNINGHAM
The first Marine Corps Aviator
What is Pearl Harbor?
On 1941 December 7th Japan bombed Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
Who wrote the Star-Spangled Banner?
Francis Scott Key
What is the regulation for fingernail Length?
Fingernails may be no longer than ¼ inch from the tip of the nail.
Describe E-9
Master Gunnery Sergeant (MGySgt) - an exploding bomb between three chevrons and four rockers
What is Iwo Jima?
On February 19, 1945, Marines Landed on Iwo Jima. Marines raised the flag on Mount Suribachi in what has become the most famous flag raising in American history
Who is the first female Lieutenant General in the Marine Corps and the highest ranking female in the armed forces in 1996?
Who is Carol A. Mutter