army
Can you explain what happens in Army boot camp?
Basic combat training
During the 1880's the white sailor's hat appeared as a low rolled brim item made of wedge shaped pieces of canvas. The canvas hat replaced the straw. Then the canvas was replaced by cotton as a cheaper, more comfortable material. During World War II this navy hat was dubbed the _______ because it resembled the paper cup of the same name.
What is a Dixie Cup?
Marine Corps B-Day
What is Nov. 10th 1775
These are the 11 conflicts in which the Coast Guard has contributed.
What are the Quasi-War with France, the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Desert Shield and the War on Terrorism?
This aircraft is the fastest aircraft ever with a max speed of 4520 mph?
X-15
Do I have to get a haircut?
This question really only applies to women, as men are required to get a haircut in every branch of the military.
Naval commands ashore and aboard ships not underway observe the ceremonial hoisting and lowering of the national ensign at 0800 and sunset. Both morning and evening ceremonies are known as this.
What is Colors?
E8-#1
What is Master Sergeant
The Coast Guard played a primarily role of support in this war, in which it improved communications and meteorological services, as well as assuring port security and proper ammunition handling.
What is the Korean War?
This was the largest war air battle of WW1 and included 500 German aircraft and 1476 allied aircraft.
St. Mihiel Offensive
One stripe on the Class A's represents this many years of service
3
The Navy March first written in 1906 and first performed at the Army-Navy football game that same year.
What is Anchors Aweigh?
E4
What is Corporal
Douglas Munro won the Medal of Honor after his heroic actions in this battle.
What is the Battle of Guadalcanal?
Who was the First Secretary of the Air Force?
Stuart Symington
ACU is the acronym for this
What is Army Combat Uniform
On July 1, 1914, Josephus Daniels, Secretary of the Navy, issued general order 99, which rescinded article 827, prohibiting alcoholic beverages aboard ship. Henceforth the strongest drink to be had was coffee, also referred to as this.
What is a cup of Joe?
Principle 10
What is "employ your command in accordance with its capabilities."
This cutter tracked a submarine through a convoy with such skill and precision that the action became part of antisubmarine force policy.
What is the cutter Spencer?
How Many Golf Courses are on Air Force installation worldwide?
70!
Is the maximum amount of badges that can be worn on your ACU's
what is 5
For many years the Navy was governed by the Articles for Regulation of the Navy or more familiarly, "Rocks & Shoals." After WWII, these articles were superseded by this set of regulations, still used as Law to administer justice within the military ranks.
What is the UCMJ (Uniform Code of Military Justice)?
Principle 5
What is "Set the example."
This cutter experienced severe damage due to ramming during the sinking of an enemy submarine.
What is the Campbell?
What was Detachment 195 original Detachment number
36