CAP History and Traditions
What did CAP celebrate on December 1st, 2024?
(give the name of the anniversary & how many years since then)
The founding of CAP, 83 years
How many milestones are in the CAP Cadet Program?
5 milestones
What are the CAP Core Values?
Integrity, Volunteer Service, Excellence, Respect
What is the name of the CAP uniform manual?
CAPM 39-1
Who is the Encampment Cadet Commander?
C/Lt Col Nathan Sisson
How many U-boats did CAP hit during World War II?
10 German U-boats
What is the grade of rank associated with the Wright Brothers Award?
Cadet Staff Sergeant
Why does the Cadet Encampment Handbook say we are to follow the CAP Core Values?
They are to guide how we live and perform CAP missions.
What is the birthday of the Civil Air Patrol?
December 1, 1941
Who is the Texas Wing Commander?
Col Donald Gulliksen
Who signed the order creating CAP, and what was his former position?
Fiorello LaGuardia, Mayor of New York City
What is the Milestone Name for the CAP rank Cadet Second Lieutenant?
Brig. Gen. Billy Mitchell
What is the definition of an oath given by the Cadet Encampment Handbook?
An oath is a solemn promise.
What is the universal command for ending unsafe behavior?
"Knock it off!"
Who is the Encampment Deputy Commander for Operations?
C/Maj John Rosenfeld
Where is the Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters located today? (location name + state)
Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama
What historic achievement did Dr. Robert Goddard make in the Aerospace realm?
Created the first liquid-fuelled rocket
Recite the Cadet Oath.
I pledge that I will serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet program and that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers, wear my uniform properly, and advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation.
What is Civil Air Patrol's motto?
"Semper Vigilans"
Who is the Encampment Commandant of Cadets?
Capt Wendy Cameron
What was instituted on October 1, 1942?
The CAP Cadet Program
What feature was removed from Civil Air Patrol cadet ribbons by vote?
Cartoon Pictures
What is the definition of the Warrior Spirit?
The warrior spirit is a condition of the heart.
What are the 4 stages of a team in order?
Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing
Who is the CAP National Commander?
(Include middle initial for correct answer)
Maj Gen Regena M. Aye