NJROTC Cadet Study Flashcards (Vocabulary)

A comprehensive set of vocabulary-style flashcards drawn from the NJROTC lecture notes (Pages 1–9), covering leadership, uniforms, ceremonies, drill, flags, and related terminology.

Director of NJROTC

Sir Bruce Nolan.

Chief Petty Officer's Birthday

April 1, 1893.

Service Birthdays – Navy

October 13, 1775 (abolished Feb 1781, reinstated Sept 7, 1781).

Service Birthdays – Marine Corps

November 10, 1775.

Service Birthdays – Coast Guard

August 4, 1790.

Sailors Creed

(1) I am a United States sailor. (2) I will support and defend the Constitution and obey orders. (3) I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy. (4) I proudly serve with Honor, Courage, and Commitment. (5) I am committed to excellence and fair treatment of all.

Guidon Parts

Lower ferrule, staff connector, upper ferrule, guidon flag (20.75 in x 28 in), spearhead.

Guidon Grips

V-grip and Strong-grip.

Types of Commands (PESC)

Preparatory, Command of Execution, Supplementary, Combined.

Ribbons that can be worn incorrectly (4)

Unit Service, Distinguished Cadet, Color Guard, Physical Fitness.

Ribbons worn on the right side (6)

Academic, Orienteering, Drill Team, Color Guard, Physical Fitness, Unit Service.

Rest positions (4)

Rest, Parade Rest, Fallout, At Ease.

Flag precedence in peacetime

USA, State Flag, Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard, Others (including NJROTC unit flags).

Coast Guard flag in war

Goes after the Navy flag.

NJROTC Shoulder Patch placement

1 inch from the top of the patch to the shoulder seam.

Shoulder Patch diameter

2 inches.

What is on the NJROTC Shoulder Patch?

USS Constitution, Eagle, and Anchor.

Flags used with NJROTC

Navy flag, Command Ensign, U.S. Ensign.

Male neckties types

Four-in-hand, Windsor, and Half Windsor.

Tie length rule

Bottom of necktie shall hang within 1 inch above the belt buckle.

Necktie width rule

Neckties shall be no more than 3 1/4 inches in diameter.

Tie tack/clasp rule

If worn, plain gold and aligned between the 3rd and 4th button from the neck.

Female skirt hem

1.5 inches above or below the crease of the knee.

Skirt back pleat opening

6 inches.

Service Star width

3/8 of an inch.

Service Star spacing

1/4 inch between stars.

Academic vs Service Star positioning

Academic Stars: 1/4" centered above J-Bar; Service Stars: 1/4" centered above ribbons.

Medals wearing (left side)

1/4 inch below top of left side/pocket; centered below ribbons; ordered by Academic Competitions, Marksmanship, others per NSI.

Ribbon award progression (brief)

Subsequent awards shown as bronze/silver/gold stars per NSI sequence.

Number of ribbon awards and sanctioned ribbons

8 award levels; 28 sanctioned ribbons.

Brass-on-Brass/Max Brass

Term for pairing belt buckle and belt tip alignment.

Protection/shine for gear

Use quartermaster protection to maintain surface.

Grommet placement on officer/chief cover

To the left.

Garrison cover anchors and rank placement

Anchor: left side, 2" from front and 1.5" from bottom; Rank: right side, 2" from front and 1.5" from bottom.

Smile on the white cover

Small as possible; space below seam and vertical band.

When shall the cadet uniform be worn?

At least one full school day per week and other NSI-prescribed times.

Rear Admiral Farragut

First to be appointed Rear Admiral and later full Admiral in U.S. Navy.

Four purposes of military drill

Move unit in formation; safely handle drill rifles; build confidence via command and control; teach discipline and automatic response.

Training Time Out (TTO)

When apprehension about training safety occurs.

Prohibited uniform for NJROTC cadets

Camouflage uniforms.

On Navy Chief insignia (silver U.S.N.) meaning

United States Navy.

Relaxed Fit Jacket (RFJ) applicability

Can be worn on all uniforms except the Service Dress Blue.

RFJ requirements

Shall be zipped at least 3/4 up; female overblouse not visible below RFJ; rank insignia not on RFJ.

American Flag display times

Sunrise to sunset; can be all 24 hours if illuminated.

Colors underway timing

Do not change colors while underway.

Ceremonial color times

Hoisted at 0800 and lowered at sunset.

Standard color staff length

9.5-foot hardwood pole.

Fort McHenry flag size

30 feet by 42 feet.

Old Ironsides reason

Cannonballs reportedly bounced off hull during War of 1812.

Flag destruction when unfit

In a dignified way, preferably by burning.

Cleaning tarnished gold buttons

Clean with vinegar, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Highest cadet officer rank

Cadet Captain.

Flag flown on ships underway

National Ensign.

Union Jack policy

Flown only while anchored, not underway.

Navy Jack reference

Snake-bearing flag with motto Don't tread on me.

Uniform differences (cadets vs active duty)

Cadets do not wear commissioned officer rank insignia, sleeve braid, etc.; wear JROTC patch (J-Bar).

Ways to salute officers (3)

When meeting an officer, when passing near, and when addressing or being addressed.

Times not to salute officers (3)

When carrying items with both hands; when part of a work detail; when under actual or simulated battle conditions.

Types of ceremonies (THINK RDPF)

Reviews, Decorations, Parades, Funerals and Special Ceremonies.

Composition of a Review (FPIM)

Formation of the Unit; Presentations and Honors; Inspection; March in Review.

Flags types (GPS)

Storm (5' x 9.5'), Post (10' x 20'), Garrison (20' x 36').

Cadence and marching terms

Quick Time: 112-120 spm, 30-inch steps; Double Time: 180 spm, 36-inch steps; Slow Time: 60 spm.

Side-Step and Back-Step definitions

Side-Step: 12-inch side-step; Back-Step: 15-inch step.

Cadence vs Pace

Cadence is rhythm; Pace is length of a full quick-time step (30 inches).

Rank and Element definitions

Rank is a line of cadets; Element is a unit (individual, squad, platoon, etc.).

Alignment and Assembly Area

Alignment is dressing elements; Assembly Area is where units form for parade, review, or ceremony.

Arms and Base in drill

Arms usually denotes the service rifle; Base is the movement’s support point.

Ratings

General grouping of enlisted personnel by job specialty.

Center and Column formations

Center is the middle element; Column is elements one behind another.

Commander of Troops (COT)

Senior cadet taking part in the ceremony.

Depth and Distance in formation

Depth: head-to-rear space; Distance: space between elements forward-back.

Question: command voice/voice projection steps

Practice, keep cadence, and project voice; methods include counting and vowels.

Leadership in drill instruction

Follow regulations; show energy and bearing; correct cadets promptly.

Four elements of wearing the uniform

Neatness, Cleanliness, Safety, Military Image.

Origin of the word uniform

From Latin Unus Forma: 'one form' or 'one body'.

Cadets vs active duty uniform differences (patches)

Cadets wear JROTC patch and do not wear officer insignia; no sleeve braid; patch on sleeve.

Caps wear guidance

Caps squarely on head; bottom edge horizontal.

Uniform maintenance

Clean, neat, in good repair.

Uniform of the day

Prescribed by the NSI.

Uncover outdoors rule

Uncover when ordered or during religious services not tied to a military ceremony.

Khaki uniform wear rules

Wear when NSI prescribes or when cleanliness/solidity would be compromised.

Shoe lacing on uniforms

Left over right, or inside out.

Ball cap wear with which uniform?

Working Khaki.

Female hosiery rules

Nylon and skin-tone color.

Collar devices placement on shirts

Left collar on Service and Working Khaki shirts.

Rank/rate insignias on garrison cap

Authorized for officers and chiefs.

Place of name tag

Right side.

Service stars on Navy service uniforms

Up to three stars; positioned 1/4 inch from top row of ribbons.

Aiguillette authorization

Authorized to wear on the right shoulder only for Leadership Academy; not on Working Khaki.

Highest NJROTC award and ribbon distinction

Meritorious Achievement Award; white, gold, red, and blue ribbon, most inboard.

Rigged (uniform fit)

Uniforms and equipment properly fitted and prepared.

Officer status in JROTC

Typically achieved after three to four years, with leadership aptitude.

C/PO3 duties

Squad leader, assist squad leader, drill teams, and drum and bugle corps.

Junior cadet officer rank

Ensign.

When cadet officers are chosen

Typically in the third or fourth year.

Flag symbolism to the American people/world

Flag is a vibrant symbol reminding us of national greatness.

Heraldry influence on flag placement

Traditions guide how the flag is displayed and handled with respect.

Raising/lowering flag half-staff procedure

Hoist to peak briefly, then lower to half-staff.

National flag terms: National flag vs National ensign vs Union Jack

National flag: flag representing the nation; National Ensign: flag on ships; Union Jack: UK flag.

Street parade vs military review

Street parade has no formal inspection; reviews include inspection.