ARMY
What is the official motto of the Army?
"This We'll Defend"
What is the official motto of the Navy?
What is the official motto of the Marines?
“Semper Fidelis” or Semper Fi. The phrase is Latin for “Always Faithful."
What is the official motto of the Air Force?
Airpower, anytime, anywhere
What is the official motto of the Coast Guard?
Semper Paratus or "Always Ready"
What year or date was the Army established?
June 14th, 1775
What does the term "Geedunk" mean?
Candy/junk food
What year/date was the Marine Corps established?
July 11th, 1798
What year was the Air Force established as a sperate branch?
1947
When was the Space Force created?
December 20, 2019 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act.
The U.S. Army fought and won what War (1846–1848)?
The Mexican American war, which was a defining event for both countries.
What famous naval battle was the turning point of WWII?
Midway
True or False: Fewer than 100 people have received the title of honorary Marine?
True
What Air Force Base is located just 37 miles from here?
Langley AFB
What is the most forgotten branch of the military?
The Coast Guard is the most forgotten branch of military service, often overlooked due to its smaller size.
True or False: George Washington chose the Army's dress colors?
True. Washington chose the color blue as a direct contrast to the red-coated British army during battle. Washington believed that a proper uniform was one way of showing a unified front.
What is the name of the tradition after you cross the equator?
They become a Shellback
What is the first thing you remove when stripping the M16A2 Service Rifle?
The sling
What does the term "No Joy" mean?
Means you haven’t located the target or made contact. It’s also a catch-all for moments when your efforts don’t pan out.
How large is the Space Force, how many people are in the Space Force?
The Space Force consists of approximately 9,400 Active Duty Guardians.
What are the 4 rest positions?
Parade Rest, Stand At Ease, At Ease, and Rest
What is "Scuttlebut?"
Navy term that denotes rumor, or gossip?
How many medals can a male Marine wear side by side?
7
Did any presidents serve in the USAF?
No, but George W Bush served in the Air National Guard and Ronald Regan served in the US Army Air Corps (before it became the USAF)
True or False: The Coast Guard has two official flags?
True. Two flags are better than one. The Coast Guard standard and the Coast Guard ensign.