Navy Knowledge and Eleven General Orders of a Sentry

Navy Core Values

Honor, Courage, and Commitment

Mission of the Navy

The mission of the Navy is to maintain, train and equip combat-ready naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas.

Vision of the Navy

We are an integrated naval force that will provide maritime dominance for the nation. To accomplish this in the face of current and emerging challenges, we must renew our sense of urgency and speed of execution throughout the entire organization. Our Core Values and accountability at the individual and organizational levels will shape our culture and guide our actions.

RTC Maxim

I will not lie, cheat or steal, nor tolerate those among us who do.

First General Order

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

Second General Order

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

Third General Order

To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce

Fourth General Order

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

Fifth General Order

To quit my post only when properly relieved.

Sixth General Order

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

Seventh General Order

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

Eighth General Order

To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.

Ninth General Order

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

Tenth General Order

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

Eleventh General Order

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.