usmc traits
history
values
rank
general orders
100

what does dependability mean?

the certainty of proper performance of duty

100

what is the marine corps birthday?

10 nov 1775

100

what is honor?

the qualities of dedication, trust, and dependability

100

what is E5

sgt

100

1st general order

take charge of this post and all government property in view

200

what does courage mean?

the mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism

200

what is the meaning of the blood strip?

in the memory of those who died at the battle of chapultapee

200

what is w4

chief warrant officer 4

200

3rd general order

report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce

300

what does tact mean?

the ability to deal with others without creating offense

300

who is the grand old man of the marine corps?

Archibald Henderson

300

what is courage?

the inner strength that enables marines to do what is right

300

what is o9

lieutenant general

300

general order 8

give the alarm in case of fire or disorder

400

what does loyalty mean?

the quality of faithfulness to country, the corps, the unit, to ones seniors, subordinates and peers

400

what is the mascot of the marine corps?

English bulldog

400

what is o4

major

400

general order 7

talk to no one except the line of duty

500

what does endurance mean?

the mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to with stand pain

500

what is the origin of the nickname devil dog?

given by the germans in ww1

500

what is commitment?

it inspires the unrelenting determination to achieve a standard of excellence 

500

what is E7

GYSGT

500

5th general order

quit my post only when properly relieved