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What is the 5th General order
To quit my post only when properly relieved.
When walking with a person senior in rank to you, which side should you walk on?
The senior’s left side.
What is the name of the Marine Corps Band?
The President's Own.
Name two Marines who earned two Medals of Honor each for separate acts of heroism?
Dan Daly and Smedley Butler
What is the proper length of the web belt?
2” – 4” from the end of the buckle to the tip of the belt.
What is the birth date of the Marine Corps?
10 November 1775
Who made the Marine Corps Band famous?
John Phillip Sousa
Who was the first Commandant of the Marine Corps?
Captain Samuel Nicholas was the first officer commissioned in the Marine Corps and is therefore given credit for being the first commandant; however, the first official commandant, appointed by President John Adams was William Ward Burrows.
What are the 3 main parts of the USMC emblem and what do they stand for?
Eagle – Nation
Globe – Worldwide service
Anchor – Sea traditions
What are the Marine Corps motto, language, and meaning?
Semper Fidelis
Latin
Always Faithful
What does gung-ho mean?
Working together
What is the oldest post of the Marine Corps?
Marine Barracks, 8th and I, Washington DC
Who is considered the most highly decorated Marine ever for earning 5 Navy Crosses?
Lieutenant General Lewis “Chesty” Puller
What is the name of the high ground where the flag was raised during the battle of Iwo Jima?
Mount Suribachi
What are the three types of American flags and what are their sizes?
Storm – 5’ on the hoist by 9’6” on the fly
Post – 10’ on the hoist by 19’ on the fly
Garrison – 20’ on the hoist by 38’ on the fly
What should be the first and last words you say when addressing adults and cadet officers?
Sir/ma’am
What is the First General Order
To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
Who was the first USMC Recruiter?
Capt Robert Mullins (aka the owner of Tun Tavern)
How many Marine Divisions and Air Wings are there?
Three active and one reserve each
When in uniform and approaching an officer, you should salute when you are approximately
6 – 30 paces away
Where was the major amphibious landing in the Korean War?
Inchon
When boarding a naval ship, what do you salute first?
The National Ensign (the flag)
What is the 11th General order
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.
what is the 6th general order
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
What kind of animal is the Marine Corps mascot and What is the name of the Marine Corps mascot?
English bulldog named Chesty