Marine Corps Exhaustive Study Guide

General Orders of the Interior Guard

General Order 1: To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
General Order 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 Order 3: To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
General Order 4: To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own.
General Order 5: To quit my post only when properly relived.
General Order 6: To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all orders from the CO, OOD, and officers, and NCOs of the guard only.
General Order 7: To talk to no one except in the line of duty.
General Order 8: To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
General Order 9: To call the corporal of the guard in any case not covered by instructions.
General Order 10: To salute all officers, and all colors and standards not cased.
General Order 11: To be especially watchful at night and, during time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.

Marine Corps Rank Structure: Enlisted, Warrant, and Commissioned

Enlisted Ranks (E-1 to E-9)

E-1 Private (PVT): No stripes.
E-2 Private First Class (PFC): $1$ stripe up.
E-3 Lance Corporal (LCpl): $1$ stripe up with CROSS RIFLES in the center.
E-4 Corporal (Cpl): $2$ stripes up with CROSS RIFLES in the center.
E-5 Sergeant (Sgt): $3$ stripes up with CROSS RIFLES in the center.
E-6 Staff Sergeant (SSgt): $3$ stripes up, $1$ stripe down, with CROSS RIFLES in the center.
E-7 Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt): $3$ stripes up, $2$ stripes down, with CROSS RIFLES in the center.
E-8 Master Sergeant (MSgt): $3$ stripes up, $3$ stripes down, with CROSS RIFLES in the center.
E-8 First Sergeant (1stSgt): $3$ stripes up, $3$ stripes down, with a DIAMOND in the center.
E-9 Master Gunnery Sergeant (MGySgt): $3$ stripes up, $4$ stripes down, with a BURSTING BOMB in the center.
E-9 Sergeant Major (SgtMaj): $3$ stripes up, $4$ stripes down, with ONE FIVE POINT STAR in the center.
E-9 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps (SgtMaj of USMC): $3$ stripes up, $4$ stripes down, with EAGLE GLOBE ANCHOR FLANKED BY $2$ FIVE POINT STARS in the center.

Warrant Officers (W-1 to W-5)

W-1 Warrant Officer (WO): $1$ gold bar with $2$ red squares.
W-2 Chief Warrant Officer 2 (CWO2): $1$ gold bar with $3$ red squares.
W-3 Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CWO3): $1$ silver bar with $2$ red squares.
W-4 Chief Warrant Officer 4 (CWO4): $1$ silver bar with $3$ red squares.
W-5 Chief Warrant Officer 5 (CWO5): $1$ silver bar with $1$ red STRIPE.

Commissioned Officers (O-1 to O-10)

O-1 Second Lieutenant (2ndLt): $1$ gold bar.
O-2 First Lieutenant (1stLt): $1$ silver bar.
O-3 Captain (Capt): $2$ silver bars.
O-4 Major (Maj): $1$ gold oak leaf.
O-5 Lieutenant Colonel (LtCol): $1$ silver oak leaf.
O-6 Colonel (Col): $1$ silver eagle.
O-7 Brigadier General (BGen): $1$ silver star.
O-8 Major General (Mgen): $2$ silver stars.
O-9 Lieutenant General (LtGen): $3$ silver stars.
O-10 General (Gen): $4$ silver stars.

Leadership Foundations and Core Values

14 Leadership Traits (JJ DID TIE BUCKLE)

Justice
Endurance
Judgement
Bearing
Decisiveness
Unselfishness
Initiative
Courage
Dependability
Knowledge
Tact
Loyalty
Integrity
Enthusiasm

11 Leadership Principles

Be technically and tactically proficient.
Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
Know your Marines and look out for their welfare.
Keep your Marines informed.
Set the example.
Ensure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished.
Train your Marines as a team.
Make sound and timely decisions.
Develop a sense of responsibility in your subordinates.
Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.
Take responsibility for your actions.

Marine Corps Core Values

HONOR (HRIR): Stands for Honesty, Responsibility, Integrity, and Respect.
COURAGE: The mental, moral, and physical strength to do what is right in the face of fear, uncertainty, or intimidation.
COMMITMENT: The unwavering, selfless dedication to God, country, and Corps.

Discipline Defined

The instant will and obedience to all orders, respect for authority, self-reliance, and teamwork.

Marine Corps Customs, Terminology, and Drill

Naval Terminology

Aft: Rear
Bow: Front
Port: Left
Starboard: Right
Bulkhead: Wall
Deck: Floor
Hatch: Door
Porthole: Window

Close Order Drill

Purpose: Summarized by the keyword "Every Single Day Can Work."
- Efficient movement: Moving from place to place in a standard, orderly manner with a military appearance.
- Simple formations: Establishing bases from which combat formations are readily assumed.
- Discipline: Instilling habits of precision and immediate response to orders.
- Confidence in a leader: Increasing the confidence of junior officers and NCOs.
- Weapons handling: Providing an opportunity for troops to handle individual weapons.

Customs and Courtesies

Types of Flags (GPS):
- Garrison: Flown on Sundays and Holidays. Dimensions: $20 \times 39$ .
- Post: Flown on weekdays and Saturdays. Dimensions: $10 \times 19$ .
- Storm: Flown in inclement weather. Dimensions: $5 \times 9.5$ .
Specific Flag Terms:
- Colors: A flag that is dismounted, uncased, and unfurled by a color guard.
- Standard: A flag mounted on a vehicle.
- Guidon: A flag used to identify various organized Marine Corps units.
Saluting: Executed at a distance of $6-30$ paces from an officer or when rendering honors to dignitaries.
Marine Corps Hymn: Pay honors by standing at the Position of Attention (POA) and facing the direction of the music.
Vehicle Protocol: Lowest rank enters first; highest rank exits first.
Marine Corps Birthday: Founded on $10\,\text{November}\,1775$ ; celebrated formally since $1921$ . Customs include troop formations, the Birthday Ball, and reading Gen. Lejeune’s message.

Boarding and Debarking Ship

Boarding: 1. Reach top of gangway. 2. Face aft, salute flag. 3. Salute officer of deck. 4. Request permission to come aboard.
Debarking: 1. Salute officer of deck. 2. Request permission to go ashore. 3. Reach top of gangway. 4. Face aft, salute flag; debark ship.
No Salute Required: After evening colors, before morning colors, or when in civilian attire.

Reporting and Interior Guard Procedures

Rifle Watch Report Scripts

Standard Report: "Good (Morning, Afternoon, Evening) Sir. Rct (Name), reports firewatch for platoon ____ all secure. There are ____ M16A4 service rifles on safe, ____ Recruits, ____ footlockers all secure. Nothing new or unusual has occurred during this recruits tour of duty. This recruit’s rifle serial number is ______. Good (Morning, Afternoon, Evening) Sir."
Ongoing Security Report: "Good (Morning, Afternoon, Evening) Sir, Recruit (Name) reports firewatch for Platoon ____ all secure. Security checks are currently in progress. There is nothing unusual to report at this time. Today is Training Day- ____. This recruit’s rifle serial number is ______. Good (Morning, Afternoon, Evening) Sir."

Interior Guard (PEP and SCSCOC)

Purpose (PEP): Preserve Order – Enforce Regulations – Protect Property.
Billets (SCSCOC):
- Sentries
- Corporal of the guard
- Sergeant of the guard
- Commander of the guard
- Officer of the day
- Commanding Officer
Challenging Personnel: Take cover – Halt, who goes there – Advance to be recognized – Examine ID – Detain.
Deadly Force: Force which causes death or serious bodily harm. Authorized for self-defense, maintaining lawful order, and defense of property.
Applying Deadly Force: Use sound judgement, give an order to halt, and shoot to disable.

Military Law and the UCMJ

Purpose of Military Law

To promote good order and discipline within the military service and provide a basis for administering justice for armed forces.

UCMJ Structure (146 Articles)

Procedural Articles (Administrative): Articles $1-76$ and $135-146$ .
Punitive Articles (Punishable): Articles $77-134$ .
- Covers strictly military offenses and offenses recognized under civilian/common law.
- Responsibility: All active and reserve members of the Armed Forces are responsible for upholding the UCMJ.

Specific Articles to Know

Article 15: Non-Judicial Punishment (NJP).
Article 31: Rights of the Accused.
Article 86: Unauthorized Absence (UA).
Article 89: Disrespect towards a superior commissioned officer.
Article 90: Assault or disobeying a superior commissioned officer.
Article 91: Insubordinate conduct towards a Warrant Officer, NCO, or petty officer.
Article 120: Sexual Assault.
Article 121: Larceny.
Article 128: Assault.
Article 134: General Article.
Military Specific Laws: Articles $86, 89, 90, 91, 121, 128, 134$ .

Non-Judicial Punishment (NJP)

Purpose: Provides a prompt means of maintaining good order and discipline for unit COs; used for minor offenses.
Appeal: Can be appealed if punishment is unjust or disproportionate; appeal must be made within $5$ days.
Right of Refusal: NJP can be refused if a Marine feels they are innocent or rights were violated; if refused, they request a trial by court martial.

Court Martial and Discharge Types

3 Types of Court Martial: Summary (Accused can object), Special, and General.
5 Types of Discharge:
1. Honorable ( $4.0/3.0$ ): Administrative with loyal/faithful service.
2. General ( $>3.0/>4.0$ ): Administrative under honorable conditions; pro/con marks do not warrant honorable.
3. Other than Honorable: Administrative (in lieu of trial).
4. Bad Conduct: Punitive; General/Special court martial for serious offenses.
5. Dishonorable Conduct: Punitive; General court martial for serious felonies.

11 Forms of Punishment for Violating UCMJ

Reprimand (oral/written negative counseling)
Forfeiture of Pay & Allowances
Fine
Reduction in Pay Grade
Restriction (deprived of liberty, confined to quarters)
Hard Labor w/o Confinement
Confinement (brig or correctional facility; on ship, max $3$ days on bread and water)
Death (General court martial for capital offenses)
Loss of Number (lineal standings)
Punitive Separation (Bad conduct or Dishonorable)
Bad Conduct Discharge

Combat Care and Tactical Medicine

Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK)

Minor Injury Kit: Bacitracin Antibiotic, Adhesive Band-aids, Burn Dressing “sterile,” Burn Dressing “Water-Jel,” Reinforce Tape (duct tape), Micro Pur (H2O Purification Tablets).
Trauma Kit: Gauze Bandage, H-Compression Bandage, C.A.T (Combat Application Tourniquet), Chest Wound Kit (Bolin Chest Seal, Wound Seal Kit).

Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Phases

Care Under Fire (CUF): Under hostile fire.
Tactical Field Care: Hostile fire not encountered.
Tactical Evacuation Care (TACEVAC): Evacuation to a higher echelon.

Bleeding and Airway Management

3 Types of Bleeding (VAC): Venous (significant), Arterial (life-threatening), Capillary (least serious).
4 Life Saving Steps: 1. Start the breathing. 2. Stop the bleeding. 3. Protect the wound. 4. Treat for shock.
Tourniquets: C.A.T. and TK-4; apply between the wound and the heart. Not a last resort for arm/leg bleeding.
Airway Clearance: Finger sweep, abdominal thrust, chest thrust.
Opening Airway: Trauma jaw thrust, trauma chin lift.
Resuscitation: Mouth to mouth, mouth to nose, chest pressure.

Wounds and Burns

5 Types of Wounds (CALIP): Cut, Abrasion, Laceration, Incision, Puncture.
Fractures: Open and Closed. Splint in the position found.
Burns (TEC and Degrees): Thermal, Electric, Chemical.
- $1\text{st}$ degree: Epidermis.
- $2\text{nd}$ degree: Dermis.
- $3\text{rd}$ degree: Full thickness.
- $4\text{th}$ degree: Fat, muscle, bone, organ.
Bites and Stings: Snake (fang marks), Spider/Insect (single puncture), Stings (stinger/sac visible). Brown Recluse leaves a bullseye/ulcer appearance.

Environmental Injuries

Heat Illness: Heat Cramps (sweating, thirst), Heat Exhaustion (clammy/moist skin), Heat Stroke (hot/dry skin). Prevent via ASH: Acclimatize, Salt-intake, Hydrate.
Cold Injuries: Frostbite (superficial/deep), Dehydration, Hypothermia (low core temp; signs: shallow breath, slurred speech, shivering).

Marine Corps History: Key Figures and Milestones

Foundational History

Birthplace: Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ( $10\,\text{November}\,1775$ ).
Motto: Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful).
1st Commandant: Capt. Samuel Nicholas.
1st Recruiter: Capt. Robert Mullen (Tun Tavern owner).
1st SgtMaj in the MC: SgtMaj Archibald Sommers ( $1798$ ).
1st SgtMaj of the MC: SgtMaj Wilbur Bestwick ( $1957-1959$ ).
Grand Old Man: Archibald Henderson ( $38$ years service).
Father of Marine Aviation: 2ndLt AA Cunningham ( $1912$ ).
1st Female Marine: Opha Mae Johnson ( $1918$ ).
1st Marine Medal of Honor: Cpl John F Mackie ( $15\,\text{May}\,1862$ ).

Symbols and Traditions

Eagle, Globe, and Anchor: Adopted in $1868$ by 7th Commandant Jacob Zielin. Eagle = Nation; Globe = Worldwide service; Anchor = Naval traditions.
Quatrefoil: Cross-shaped braid worn by officers to tell friend from foe.
French Fourragere: Worn by 5th & 6th regiments for actions at Belleau Wood.
Leatherneck: Nickname from leather collars worn $1775-1875$ .
Devil Dog (Teufel Hunden): Nickname given by Germans at Belleau Wood.
Blood Stripe: Worn by NCOs, SNCOs, and officers for actions at Chapultepec.
Mameluke Sword: Oldest weapon; given to Lt O’Bannon in Tripoli.
Dress Uniform Buttons: Represent the original $13$ colonies.

Major Wars and Battles

WWI (BABS): Blanc Mont, Argonne Forest, Belleau Wood, Soissons.
WWII (GITMO): Guadalcanal ( $1\text{st}$ landing), Iwo Jima (B-29 airfield; "uncommon valor was a common virtue"), Tarawa (LVTs used), Midway, Okinawa (last major battle).
Korean War (PIC): Pusan ( $1\text{st}$ provisional brigade), Inchon (Operation Chromite), Chosin Reservoir ("advancing in a different direction"). Developed flak, thermal boots, and vertical envelopments.
Vietnam War: Da Nang ( $1965$ ), Khe Sanh ( $77$ day siege), Hue City (house to house).
Modern Conflicts: Beirut Lebanon ( $23\,\text{October}\,1883$ barracks bombing), Grenada (Operation Urgent Fury), Panama (Operation Just Cause), Persian Gulf (Desert Shield/Storm), Somalia (Operation United Shield), Afghanistan (Enduring Freedom), Fallujah (Operation Phantom Fury).

Organizational Structure and Mission

Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF)

4 Types of MAGTF: MEF (Expeditionary Force), MEB (Brigade), MEU (Unit), SPMAGTF (Special Purpose).
4 Elements (CGAL): Command Element (CE), Ground Combat Element (GCE), Aviation Combat Element (ACE), Logistics Combat Element (LCE).

Marine Divisions and Units

1st MarDiv/MAW/MLG: Camp Pendleton, CA / Okinowa, Japan / Camp Pendleton, CA.
2nd MarDiv/MAW/MLG: Camp Lejeune, NC / Cherry Point, NC / Camp Lejeune, NC.
3rd MarDiv/MAW/MLG: Okinowa, Japan / Miramar, CA / Okinowa, Japan.
4th MarDiv/MAW/MLG: New Orleans, LA (all 4th units located here).
MEFs: 1st (Camp Pendleton), 2nd (Camp Lejeune), 3rd (Okinowa, Japan).

The Code of Conduct

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.
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.
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.
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 in every way.
Article 5: When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give my 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.
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 the United States of America.

Law of Land Warfare and POW Rights

9 Principles of Law of Land Warfare

Fight only enemy combatants.
Do not harm enemy soldiers who surrender.
Do not kill or torture prisoners.
Collect and care for the wounded.
Do not attack medical personnel, facilities, or equipment.
Do not destroy more than the mission requires.
Treat all civilians humanely.
Do not steal.
Prevent and report Law of Land Warfare violations.

Targeting and Conduct Rules

Illegal Targets: Medical personnel/facilities (marked with Red Cross, Crescent, etc.), non-hostile civilians, undefended towns, and historic/religious structures.
Illegal Weapons: Irregular shaped bullets, poisoned weapons, chemical or biological toxics.
Illegal Conduct: Firing on surrendering enemies, torture, feigning surrender, mutilating bodies, and using enemy insignia under false pretenses.

Prisoner of War (POW) Rights and Handling

Rights: Sanitary shelter, food, medical care, hygiene facilities, religious practice, personal property (except weapons/docs), mail, packages, right to a representative, and a copy of camp regulations.
5 S's and T: Search, Silence, Segregate, Safeguard, Speed, Tag.
Requirements: POWs must give Name, Rank, SSN/DODID, and Date of Birth.

Operational Risk Management (ORM)

5 Steps of ORM (I-AM-IS)

Identify hazards
Assess hazards
Make risk decisions
Implement controls
Supervision

4 Principles of ORM

Accept risk when benefits outweigh costs.
Accept no unnecessary risks.
Anticipate/manage risk by planning.
Make risk decisions at the right level.

Policies and Administrative Regulations

Uniform Regulations

Min Required Uniforms: McBull $10120$ . Regulation: P $1020.34$ G.
Web Belt: $2-4\,\text{inches}$ past buckle.
Alpha Belt: $2.75-3.75\,\text{inches}$ past buckle.
MCMAP Belt: $4-8\,\text{inches}$ past buckle.
Service Skirt: $1\,\text{inch}$ above/below the kneecap.
Ribbons/Badges: $1/8\,\text{inch}$ above and centered over left breast pocket.
Grooming: Male haircut $0-3\,\text{inches}$ , evenly graduated. Earrings not authorized for males.

Social and Safety Policies

Sexual Assault (SAPR): Zero tolerance; criminal act. Use 3 Ds for bystanders: Direct, Distract, Delegate. Reports can be Restricted (confidential, no investigation) or Unrestricted (medical and investigation).
Substance Abuse: Zero tolerance for illegal drugs. Alcohol abuse requires reporting via Chain of Command or SACC. Tobacco use is discouraged to maintain a tobacco-free environment.
Fraternization/Hazing: Social contact between different pay grades (fraternization) and cruel/oppressive exposure (hazing) are prohibited and punishable.
Suicide Prevention (RACE): Recognize signs of distress, Ask questions, Care about fellow Marines, Escort to help. Depression is the # $1$ sign.
Foreign Language Program: Incentive pay up to $1000$ per month ( $500$ per language) with annual testing.
Leave: $2.5$ days per month, totaling $30$ days annually.