NJROTC Cadet Field and Drill Manual 2018

1. To enable a leader to move his unit from one place to another in a standard, orderly manner

2. To teach discipline by instilling habits of precision and automatic response to orders

3. To increase the confidence of cadets through the exercise of command, and by giving proper commands and by the control of drilling cadets

4. Give cadets an opportunity to handle individual weapons

What are the four purposes of military drill?

Honor

"I will bear true faith and allegiance..." Conduct ourselves in the highest ethical manner in all relationships with peers, superiors, and subordinates;

Courage

"I will support and defend..." Have the courage to meet the demands of our NJROTC unit when it is demanding or otherwise difficult; Make decisions in the best interest of the NJROTC unit and the school, without regard to personal consequences

Commitment

"I will obey the orders..." Demand respect up and down the chain of command; care for the safety, professional, personal, and spiritual well-being of our fellow cadets and classmates;

Neatness, Cleanliness, Safety, and Military Image

What are the 4 Key elements for NJROTC Uniforms?

"Uniform"

What word comes from a combination of two Latin words, unus and forma, which means "one form" and suggests a distinctive mode of dress?

Commissioned officer rank insignia, combination cover bill, or sleeve braid

What three items are Cadets not allowed to wear that are worn by active duty Navy personnel?

Uniform of the Day

What refers to the uniform your naval science instructor (NSI) will direct you to wear on any given day?

Area Manager

Who is the only person that can approve modifications to the uniform?

1 1/2 inches above the eyebrows

Alternate Combination Covers are worn where?

1 inch above the eyebrows

The blue garrison cap is worn where?

Four-in-hand, half-Windsor, or Windsor knot

What are the three ways to tie a tie?

Plain gold and aligned between 3rd and 4th button from neck

The optional tie tack/clasp can be worn with the uniform tie in what color and where?

Poromeric (Corfam)

Which type of shoes are optional but might not be authorized to be worn when standing some inspections or competing in some drill meets?

Black plain knot or rib knit

What are the two types of uniform socks?

Plain white crew neck or V-neck

What are the two types of T-shirts?

Gold

Buttons on the peacoat are what color?

3/4

When worn, all jackets and coats must be zipped at least which way up?

Paid for by the cadet

Maternity uniforms are authorized for wear; however, what is required?

Nylon and similar to skin tone

What are the regulations for hosiery?

Smooth calf leather, closed heels and toes, heels no higher than 2-5/8 inches nor less than 5/8 inch and no wider than 1 and 3/4 inch. Sole no thicker than 1/4 inch

Regulations for plain black dress pumps as optional item (6 points)

Within 1-1/2 inches

Within how many inches above or below the crease in the back of the knee shall skirts be hemmed to?

6-inch opening

The pleat in the back of the skirt shall be hemmed for a

Plain black leather or synthetic

The handbag, if carried, must be a

Chiefs wear black chin strap officers wear gold chin strap

What is the difference in chin strap color between Officers and Chiefs on the Alternate Combination Cap?

8

How many steps are there to tying a tie?

Centered midway between the front and the rear of the shirt sleeve or coat sleeve, top edge 1 inch below the shoulder seam, on the left side

The NJROTC Patch is....

3/8

Service stars are how long diagonally across in size?

Two ribbons each and aligned with the left border

Rows of ribbons where more than 50 percent of the ribbon is covered by the SDB coat lapel may contain

Determined by SNSI

Ribbons and awards presented by organizations other than NJROTC are worn subordinate to NJROTC ribbons and in what order?

NJROTC academic competition, NJROTC marksmanship competition, and prescribed by SNSI

Medals are worn in what order?

Three

No more than how many medals may be worn in each row side-by-side?

Five

No more than how many medals may be worn in each row when overlapping?

Service star 1/4 inch above and centered on "O" of JROTC device.

Any cadet who attains school honor roll status wears this award

Two service stars

How any stars may be worn to indicate the cadet is on the principal's honor roll to distinguish?

Meritorious Achievement (1)

Awarded to any NJROTC cadet who distinguishes himself only by outstanding meritorious achievement or performance of a meritorious act.

Distinguished Unit (2)

Awarded YEARLY to cadets in good standing who were unit members during the academic year in which the school earned the Distinguished Unit status. Awarded to only those units that demonstrated the very highest levels of performance.

Distinguished Cadet (3)

Awarded yearly to one cadet in each year group with the highest combined average for overall scholastic standing and aptitude in NJROTC unit activities.

Honor Cadet (4)

Awarded YEARLY to one cadet in each year group with the highest overall academic achievement (GPA) in school, including the naval science courses.

Cadet Achievement (5)

Awarded to any cadet who distinguishes himself by outstanding achievement or sustained superior performance. Cadet must exhibit exceptional military aptitude and dedication to the program, as well as overall excellence in all facets of NJROTC.

Meritorious Achievement and Cadet Achievement

Which two ribbons are awarded on a case-by-case basis by the Area Manager?

Unit Achievement (6)

Awarded YEARLY to cadets in good standing who were unit members during the academic year in which the school earned the Unit Achievement status as determined by the Area Manager. Awarded only to those units that demonstrated exceptional performance, but did not qualify for Distinguished Unit status.

Aptitude Award (7)

Awarded YEARLY to those outstanding cadets who demonstrate an exceptional military aptitude and dedication to the NJROTC program.

Naval Science 4 Outstanding Cadet(s) (8)

Awarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 4 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance and conduct.

Naval Science 3 Outstanding Cadet(s) (9)

Awarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 3 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance, and conduct

Naval Science 2 Outstanding Cadet(s) (10)

Awarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 2 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance, and conduct

Naval Science 1 Outstanding Cadet(s) (11)

Awarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 1 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance, and conduct

Exemplary Conduct (12)

Awarded YEARLY to each cadet who demonstrates exemplary conduct for the school year.

Exemplary Personal Appearance (13)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to each cadet who displays exemplary personal appearance and has worn his uniform on all occasions required.

Physical Fitness (14)

Awarded, TWICE A YEAR, to any cadet who meets or exceeds the basic physical fitness exercise requirements as outlined in chapter 5 of this manual and the Cadet Reference Manual (CRM).

Participation (15)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet who has participated in three events other than routine unit activities.

Unit Service (16)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet who has demonstrated exemplary service and dedication to the unit as determined by the SNSI.

Community Service (17)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet in good standing who distinguishes himself by dedicated and outstanding service to the community.

Academic Team Award (18)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet who is a member in good standing of the academic team and has participated in three or more academic competitions.

Drill Team (19)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to each member of a drill team in good standing who has entered competition or performed at three or more official functions.

Color Guard (20)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to each member of a color guard in good standing who has entered competition or performed at three or more official functions.

Marksmanship (21)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet in good standing who has entered any competition.

Orienteering (22)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet in good standing who has entered any organized orienteering competition or who meets the orienteering qualification standards.

Inter-Service Competition (23)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet in good standing who has entered any inter-service national level competition. This ribbon cannot be awarded in addition to, or in lieu of, another team-specific ribbon.

Recruiting (24)

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to a cadet who is instrumental in the enrollment of two students in the NJROTC program. Subsequent awards are given for each additional two students enrolled.

Leadership Training (25)

Awarded to any cadet upon satisfactory completion of Basic Leadership Training, Leadership Academy, or similar training as approved by the Area Manager.

Sea Cruise (26)

Awarded to any cadet upon completion of an at-sea cruise (vessel must cast off lines and be underway).

NS1 is bronze, NS2 is silver, NS3 and 4 is gold

What type of lamp is worn on the Honor Cadet ribbon by each cadet who has achieved an "A" in naval science for each Naval Science level?

Drill Team, Color Guard, Academic Team, Marksmanship, Physical Fitness, Orienteering, and Unit Service

On which of the following ribbons is the gold anchor worn on

1 Bronze Star

What ribbon device is given for the Second Award?

2 Bronze Stars

What ribbon device is given for the Third Award?

1 Silver Star

What ribbon device is given for the Fourth Award?

2 Silver Stars

What ribbon device is given for the Fifth Award?

1 Gold Star

What ribbon device is given for the Sixth Award?

2 Gold Stars

What ribbon device is given for the Seventh Award?

3 Gold Stars

What ribbon device is given for the Eighth Award?

Distinguished Cadet, Physical Fitness, Unit Service, Color Guard

Which 4 NJROTC ribbons can be worn incorrectly (upside down)?

Darker color to wearer's right

How is Physical Fitness, Unit Service, or Color Guard worn on the right side?

Naval Science Instructor

Who determines all rate advancements and rank promotions?

Cadet Seaman Recruit

Students entering NJROTC for the first time are usually assigned the grade of

Up to Petty Officer Third Class

When qualified, recruits can advance up to what in their first year?

Cadet Lieutenant Commander

What is the highest rank of company strength?

Cadet Commander

What is the highest rank of battalion strength?

Cadet Captain

What is the highest rank that can be attained by a cadet in NJROTC?

David G. Farragut

Who was appointed as the first Rear Admiral and later full Admiral in the U.S. Navy?

Who or what is being recognized

The type of courtesy rendered depends on what?

If it is properly illuminated

While it is universal customs to display the flag only from sunrise to sunset, when a patriotic effect, is desired, the flag may be displayed for 24 hours under what conditions?

If an all-weather flag is displayed

Usually the flag should not be displayed on days when the weather is inclement, except when?

Stand at attention, face the flag (or music), and render a military salute from first to last note.

How are courtesies rendered when outdoors in uniform?

Stand at attention and face the flag (or music), male removes hat, places in right hand and holds over his heart, female does same except doesn't remove hat.

How are courtesies rendered when outdoors in civilian clothes?

Stand at attention, face the front, and render the appropriate salute from 6 paces before the flag to 6 paces. Miniature flags are not saluted.

How are courtesies rendered to an escorted flag outdoors?

Do not salute except during morning and evening colors ceremonies

How are courtesies rendered on a stationary flagstaff?

Face the flag, take the POA, and place hand over your heart. If flag is not visible, take the POA and face music or the front.

How are courtesies rendered during indoor ceremonies in civilian clothes?

Do not salute unless you are covered or under arms.

How are courtesies rendered during indoor ceremonies in uniform?

All vehicles must come to a complete stop at the first note, sit quietly until the last note of the music is played.

How are courtesies rendered for private vehicle passengers on a military base?

In military formations and ceremonies

In what occasions shall the pledge of alleigiance not be recited?

I

You and me, an individual, a person

Pledge Allegiance to the Flag

Take a vow, an oath, a promise. Duty owed to your country, observance of obligation. A symbol of liberty and freedom that we as free men and women do so jealously cherish.

Of the United States

Joined together, combined, and produced by two or more persons, a union our forefathers put together in 1776, to make us a united people free of a tyrant or an oppressor.

Of America

A land blessed with brotherhood from sea to shining sea. A land full of natural resources, a land where anyone can do what he wants as long as it does not violate the rights of another.

And to the Republic

A state in which the supreme power rests in the body of citizens entitled to vote and is exercised by elected representatives.

For Which It Stands

A flag known throughout the world as a symbol of freedom. A nation in which people can worship as they please, speak and not be afraid of being censored for what they say, or to express an opinion in writing and not be afraid of being arrested for writing what they feel.

One Nation

A body of people associated with a particular territory, who are conscious of their unity. One body of people speaking the same language, and yet opening doors to those foreign to us and saying "welcome".

Under God

Meaning we have been so blessed.

Indivisible

Incapable of being divided. Even with our own internal problems, our people-when sensing someone trying to take away our freedom-will answer the call to put down an adversary. We will unite.