Flashcards NROTC PQS Week 2

Constitution Ratified

September 17, 1787

Navy Founded

October 13, 1775

Marine Corps Founded

November 10, 1775; Tun Tavern Philadelphia PA

Navy Core Values

Honor, Courage, and Commitment

COC Article 1

I am an American fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life, I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

COC Article 2

I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.

COC Article 3

If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

COC Article 4

If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way.

COC Article 5

When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.

COC Article 6

I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

Oath of Office

I, (name), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. (So help me God.)

Sailors Creed

I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country's Navy combat team with honor, courage, and commitment. I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.

Midshipmen Honor Code

Midshipmen are persons of integrity:
They stand for that which is right.
They tell the truth and ensure that the full truth is known.
They do not lie.
They embrace fairness in all actions.
They ensure that work submitted as their own is their own, and that assistance received from any source is authorized and properly documented.
They do not cheat.
They respect the property of others and ensure that others are able to benefit from the use of their own property.
They do not steal.

Midshipmen Honor Concept

Midshipmen do not lie, cheat, or steal.

General Orders of a Sentry 1

To take charge of this post and all government property in view.

General Orders of a Sentry 2

To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.

General Orders of a Sentry 3

To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.

General Orders of a Sentry 4

To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own.

General Orders of a Sentry 5

To quit my post only when properly relieved.

General Orders of a Sentry 6 (Navy)

To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch only.

General Orders of a Sentry 6 (Marine)

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 Non-Commissioned Officers of the guard only.

General Orders of a Sentry 7

To talk to no one except in the line of duty.

General Orders of a Sentry 8

To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.

General Orders of a Sentry 9 (Navy)

To call the Officer of the Guard in any case not covered by instructions.

General Orders of a Sentry 9 (Marine)

To call the Corporal of the Guard in any case not covered by instructions.

General Orders of a Sentry 10

To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased.

General Orders of a Sentry 11

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.

The Fourteen Leadership Traits

JJ DID TIE BUCKLE: Judgement, Justice, Decisiveness, Initiative, Dependability, Tact, Integrity, Endurance, Bearing, Unselfishness, Courage, Knowledge, Loyalty, Enthusiasm

Five Horizontal Themes

A man or woman of exemplary character
Devoted to Leading Marines 24/7
A Warfighter who Embraces our Corps’ Warrior Ethos
Able to Decide, Communicate, and Act in the Fog of War
Mentally Strong and Physically Tough

Who is subject to the UCMJ?

NROTC Midshipmen on Cruise/Summer Training

Active Duty personnel

Reservists on Active Duty

Midshipmen of the Naval Academy

Retired personnel receiving benefits

Civilians during time of martial law

What is the UCMJ?

Uniform Code of Military Justice

What article of the UCMJ allows for the NJP procedure?

Article 15

Three types of Court Martial

1. Summary (minor offense)

2. Special (moderate to severe offense)

3. General (common-law felonies and the most serious military charges)