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Marine Corps Knowledge
USMC Knowledge Needed for Any Basic Training
102
History
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06/30/2009

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Term

Chain of Command #1:

Commander-in-Chief

Definition
Honorable Barack Obama
Term

Chain of Command #2:

Vice President

Definition

 

Honorable Joseph Biden

Term

Chain of Command #4:

Secretary of Defense

Definition

 

Honorable Robert Gates

Term

Chain of Command #5:

Secretary of the Navy

Definition
Honorable Raymond Mabus
Term

Chain of Command #6:

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs

Definition

 

Honorable Michael Mullen

Term

Chain of Command #7:

Commandant of the

Marine Corps

Definition

 

General James T Conway

Term

 

Chain of Command #8:

Assistant Commandant

 

Definition

 

General James F. Amos

Term

Chain of Command #9:

Sergeant Major

of the Marine Corps

Definition
Sergeant Major Carlton W. Kent
Term

Chain of Command #10:

Commanding General of

M.C. Combat Development Command

 

Definition
General George G. Flynn
Term

Chain of Command #11:

Commanding Officer of

Officer Candidate School

Definition
Col. Richard V. Mancini
Term

 

Marine Corps Birthday

 

Definition

 

10 November 1775

Term

 

Birthplace

of the Marine Corps

Definition

 

Tun Tavern, Philadelphia

Term

 

USMC Motto

Definition

 

Semper Fidelis

(Always Faithful)

Term
Marine Corps Emblem Creator
Definition

Brigadier General Zeilen

(7th Commandant)

Term

Marine Corps Emblem

Meaning

Definition

Eagle: Nation & Freedom

Globe: Worldwide Mission

Anchor: Naval Tradition

Term

Red Stripe on Blue Trousers

(Meaning)

Definition
Represents blood shed in the assault on Chapultepec in the war with Mexico
Term

Origin of

Devil Dog Nickname

Definition
Earned during WWI for Heroic action by 4th Brigade in June 1918
Term
Major Battles of WWI
Definition

 

Belleaux Wood, Soissons, St. Michiel, Blanc Mont, and Meuse-Argonne offensive

 

Term

Origin of the Phrase

"Uncommon Valor"

Definition
WWII Battle of Iwo Jima, Admiral Nimitz, "Uncommon valor was a common virtue."
Term
First Marine Corps Aviator
Definition

1st  Lt.

Alfred A. Cunningham

(1912)

Term

First Commisioned Officer and First Traditional Commandant of USMC

 

Definition
General Samuel Nicholas
Term
First Official Commandant of the  Marine Corps
Definition
General William Ward Burrows
Term
Oldest Post of the Marine Corps
Definition

8th St & I Ave

(1st Barracks &

Commandant's House)

 

 

Term
Old Man of the Marine Corps
Definition

Colonel Archibald Henderson

(5th Commandant)

Term
Most Decorated Marine
Definition

Chesty Puller 

(5 Navy Crosses, Silver Star, Purple Heart, etc.)

Term
First African-American Marine Officer
Definition
Cpt. Frederick C. Branch
Term

Two Officers to win

Two Medals of Honor

Definition

Smedley Butler 

and

Dan Daly

Term

First Female

in the Marines

Definition
Private Opha Mae Johnson
Term
Lt. General John A.  Lejeune
Definition

13th Commandant

Served Between 1890-1929

Spa-American War - WWI

Term

Chain of Command #3:

Secretary of State

Definition
Honorable Hilary Clinton
Term

Muzzle Velocity of

M16A2 Service Rifle

Definition
3,100 ft/s.
Term

Chamber Pressure of

M16A2 Service Rifle

 

Definition
52,000 psi
Term

Six Weapon Commands

for M16A2 Service Rifle

Definition

1. Load       2. Make Ready

3. Fire        4. Cease-Fire   

5. Clear      6. Show Clear  

Term

Condition 1 of

M16A2 Service Rifle

Definition
 Magazine inserted, round in chamber, bolt forward, safety on and ejection port cover closed.
Term

Condition 4 for

M16A2 Service Rifle

Definition
Magazine removed, chamber empty, bolt forward, safety on and ejection port cover closed.
Term
Weapon Safety Rule 1
Definition

Treat every weapon as if it were loaded

Term
Weapon Safety Rule 2
Definition
Never point a weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot
Term
Weapon Safety Rule 3
Definition
Keep finger straight and off trigger until ready to fire. 
Term

Weapon Safety Rule 4

Definition
Keep weapon on safe until ready to fire
Term
Weapon Command and Corresponding Condition
Definition

Unload = Condition 4

Load = Condition 4 to 3

Make Ready = Condition 3 to 1

Unload Show Clear=Confirm Cond. 4 

Term

Condition 3 for 

M16A2 Service Rifle

Definition
Magazine inserted, chamber empty, bolt forward, the safety is on, ejection port cover closed.
Term

 

Cyclic Rate of Fire

 

Definition

 

800 rpm

Term

 

Sustained Rate of Fire

Definition

 

12/15 rpm

Term

 

Minimum Rate of Fire

(Semi-Automatic)

Definition

 

45 rpm

Term

 

Maximum Rate of Fire

(Burst)

Definition

 

90 rpm

Term

 

Max Range 

M16A2 Service Rifle

Definition

 

3,534 meters

Term

 

Max Range to Point Target

Definition

 

550 meters

Term

 

Minimum Range

to Area Target

Definition

 

899 meters

Term

Order of Operations

for

M16A2 Service Rifle

Definition
Feeding, Chambering, Locking, Firing, Unlocking, Extracting, Ejecting, Cocking.
Term

 

General Order

No. 1

Definition
Take charge of this post and all government property in view
Term

 

General Order

No. 2

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

 

General Order

No. 3

Definition
To report violations of orders I am instructed to enforce
Term

 

General Order

No. 4

Definition
To repeat all calls from posts farther from the guardhouse than my own
Term

 

General Order

No. 5

Definition
To quit my post only when properly relieved
Term

 

General Order

No. 6

Definition
To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry that relieves me all orders from the commanding officer, officer of the day, and officers and non-commissioned officers of the guard only.
Term

 

General Order

No. 7

Definition
To talk to no one, except in the line of duty
Term

 

General Order

No. 8

Definition
To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder
Term

 

General Order

No. 9

Definition
To call the corporal of the guard in any case not covered by instructions
Term

 

General Order

No. 10

Definition
To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased
Term

 

General Order

No. 11

Definition
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 the proper authority 
Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 1

Definition

 

Know yourself, seek self improvement

Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 2

Definition

 

Be technically and tactically proficient

Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 3

Definition

 

Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions

Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 4

Definition

 

Make Sound and Timely Desicions

Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 5

Definition

 

Set the example

Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 6

Definition

 

Know Your Marines, Look Out for Their Welfare

Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 7

Definition

 

Keep Your Marines Informed

Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 8

Definition
Develop a sense of responsibility in your subordinates
Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 9

Definition
Ensure that the task is understood, supervised, and completed
Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 10

Definition
Train Your Marines as a Team
Term

 

Leadership Principle 

No. 11

Definition
Employ Your Command in Accordance with its Capabilities
Term

 

2nd Lieutenant

Definition
Term

 

1st Lieutenant

Definition
Term

 

Captain

Definition
Term

 

Major

Definition
Term

 

Lieutenant Colonel

Definition
Term

 

Colonel

Definition
Term

 

Star-General Order

Definition

1 Brigadier General

2 Major General 

3 Lieutenant General

4 General

Term
First Five NCO Ranks
Definition

Private, Private First Class

Lance Corporal, Corporal

Sergeant

 

Term

Top 5 NCO Ranks

(Sgt w/bottom line)

Definition
Staff Sgt, Gunnery Sgt, Master Sgt., First Sgt., Master Gunnery Sgt.
Term

14 Leadership Traits: 

Decisiveness 

Definition
Make good decisions without delay. Get all the facts, act calmly and quickly and announce your decisions in a clear, firm, professional manner.
Term

14 Leadership Traits: 

Justice

 

Definition
Justice is defined as the practice of being fair and consistent. Give consideration to each side of a situation. Base reward or punishment on merit.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Judgement

 

Definition
Think about things clearly, calmly, and in an orderly fashion to make good decisions.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Dependability

 

Definition
Reliably perform your duties properly and complete assigned tasks. Willingly and voluntarily support the policies and orders of the chain of command. Consistently put forth your best effort in an attempt to achieve the highest standards of performance.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Initiative

 

Definition
Take action even when you haven't been given orders. Meet new and unexpected situations with prompt action. Use resourcefulness to get by  when normal material or methods are not available.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Tact

 

Definition
Deal with people in a manner that will maintain good relations and avoid problems. Be polite, calm, and firm.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Integrity

 

Definition
Be honest and truthful in what you say or do. Put honesty, sense of duty, and sound moral principles above all else.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Enthusiasm

 

Definition
Show sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of your duties. Be optimistic, cheerful, and willing to accept challenges.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Bearing

 

Definition
Conduct and carry yourself in a manner that reflects alertness, competence, confidence, and control
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Unselfishness

 

Definition
Avoid making yourself comfortable at the expense of others. Be considerate and give credit to those who deserve it.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Courage

 

Definition
 Remain calm while recognizing fear. Stand up for what is right and to accept blame when something is your fault. Function effectively when there is physical danger present.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Knowledge

 

Definition
The understanding of a science or art. You have acquired information and you understand people. Your knowledge should be broad, and in addition to knowing your job, you should know your unit's policies and keep up with current events.
Term

 

14 Leadership Traits: 

Loyalty

 

Definition
Show devotion to country, Corps, and your seniors, peers, and subordinates. Show unwavering loyalty up and down the chain of command.
Term

 

Definition of Discipline

Definition
 instant willingness and obedience to orders 
Term

 

Team

Definition

 

3 men, 1 cpl.

Term

 

Rifle Squad

Definition

 

3 Teams & Sgt.

Term

 

Platoon

Definition

 

3 rifle squads and Lt.

Term

 

Company

(or Battery)

Definition

3 platoons

1 hq element

a Capt.

Term

 

Battalion

Definition

Three Companies

Lt. Colonel

Term

Regiment (Brigade)

& Division

 

Definition
3 Battalions to a Regiment and 3 Brigades to a Division
Term

MEU

Marine Expeditionary Unit

Definition

Reinforced battalion, Composite Aircraft Squad,

& MEU Service Support

Term

14 Leadership Principles:

Endurance

Definition
Mental and physical stamina measured by your ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress, and hardship.
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