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The Sailor’s 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.

Navy Core Valves - Honor, Courage, Commitment

The Eleven General Orders of a Sentry

One - To take charge of the post and all government in view

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

Three - To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce

Four - To repeat all calls from posts more distant from Guardhouse than my own

Five - To quit my post only when properly relieved

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

Seven - To talk to no one except in the line of duty

Eight - To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder

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

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

Eleven - To be especially watchful at night, and during the time fro challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.

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

10 Signature Behaviors

One - Treat every person with respect

Two - Take responsibility for my actions

Three - Hold others accountable for their actions

Four - Intervene when necessary

Five - Be a leader and encourage leadership in others

Six - Grow personally and professionally every day

Seven - Embrace the diversity of ideas, experiences, and backgrounds of individuals

Eight - Uphold the highest degree of integrity in professional and personal life

Nine - Exercise discipline in conduct and performance

Ten - Contribute to tea success through actions and attitudes

Navy Ethos : Integrity, Discipline, Teamwork

Culture of Excellence Core Themes: Toughness, Trust, Connectedness

Core Attributes: Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, Toughness

Our Vision: To continue to be the best and most capable naval force in the world and in the history of the world

Our Mission: Maintain, train, and equip the most effective combat-ready naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas.