11 General Orders

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 relieved.
General Order 6
To receive, obey and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders
from the commanding officer, officer of the day, and officers and
noncommissioned officers 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 the time for
challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post and to allow
no one to pass without proper authority.

USMC Knowledge
Birthday of the Marine Corps------ 10 NOV 1775
Birthplace of the Marine Corps------ Tunn Tavern Philadelphia, PA
First Commandant of the Marine Corps------Captain Samuel Nichols
Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps------Archibald Henderson
Meaning of the Blood Stripe------In memory of those who died at the battle of
Chapultapec
Meaning of the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor---1. Eagle-National Defense
2. Globe-Worldwide Service
3. Anchor-Maritime Tradition
Mascot of the Marine Corps------English Bulldog
Marine Corps Motto------Semper Fidelis
Meaning of Semper Fidelis------"Always Faithful"
Only two Marines to receive two Medals of Honor------Dan Daly and Smedley
Butler
Only Marine to receive five Navy Crosses------Lewis B. "Chesty" Puller
Origin of the nickname Devil Dog------Given by Germans in WWI
Origin of the nickname Leatherneck------ Came from when Marines wore high
leather collars to defend against sword slashes.
Mission of the Marine Rifle Squad------ To locate, close with, and destroy the
enemy, by fire and maneuver, or repel the enemy assault by fire and close combat.
Five Paragraph Order
Situation
Mission
Execution
Admin and logistics
Command and signal

Marine Corps Core Values

Honor -The qualities of maturity, dedication, trust, and dependability commit
Marines to act responsibly; to be accountable for their actions; to fulfill their
obligations; and to hold others accountable for their actions.
Courage- It is the inner strength that enables a Marine to do what is right; to
adhere to a higher standard of personal conduct; to lead by example; and to make
tough decisions under stress and pressure.
Commitment- It inspires the unrelenting determination to achieve a standard of
excellence in every endeavor.
Marine Corps Leadership Traits
Dependability- The certainty of proper performance of duty. Bearing - Creating a
favorable impression in carriage, appearance and personal conduct at all times.
Courage- The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but
enables a man to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness.
Decisiveness- Ability to make decisions promptly and to announce them in clear,
forceful manner.
Endurance- The mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to withstand
pain, fatigue, stress and hardship.
Enthusiasm- The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of
duty.
Initiative- Taking action in the absence of orders.
Integrity- Uprightness of character and soundness of moral principles; includes the
qualities of truthfulness and honesty.
Judgment- The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound
decisions.
Justice- Giving reward and punishment according to merits of the case in question.
The ability to administer a system of rewards and punishments impartially and
consistently.
Knowledge- Understanding of a science or an art. The range of one's information,
including professional knowledge and an understanding of your Marines.
Tact- The ability to deal with others without creating offense.
Unselfishness- Avoidance of providing for one's own comfort and personal
advancement at the expense of others.
Loyalty- The quality of faithfulness to country, the Corps, the unit, to one's seniors,
subordinates and peers.

Marine Corps Leadership Principles

*Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
*Be technically and tactically proficient.
*Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.
*Make sound and timely decisions.
*Set the example.
*Know your Marines and look out for their welfare.
*Keep your Marines informed.
*Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.
*Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished.
*Train your Marines as a team.
*Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.
Marines' Hymn
From the Halls of Montezuma,
To the shores of Tripoli,
We will fight our country's battles
In the air, on land, and sea.
First to fight for right and freedom,
and to keep our honor clean;
We are proud to claim the title
of
UNITED STATES MARINE
Our flag's unfurled to every breeze
From dawn to setting sun.
We have fought in every clime and place
Where we could take a gun.
In the snow of far off northern lands
and in sunny tropic scenes,
You will find us always on the job,
The
UNITED STATES MARINES
Here's health to you and to our Corps
Which we are proud to serve.
In many a strife we've fought for life
And never lost our nerve.
If the Army and the Navy
Ever look on Heaven's scenes,
They will find the streets are guarded by
UNITED STATES MARINES

RANK STRUCTURE
ENLISTED
E-1 PRIVATE (No Insignia)
E-2 PRIVATE FIRST CLASS (One Chevron)
E-3 LANCE CORPORAL (One Chevron up, Cross-rifle in the middle)
E-4 CORPORAL (Two Chevrons up, Cross-rifle in the middle)
E-5 SERGEANT (Three Cheverons up, Cross-rifle in the middle)
E-6 STAFF SERGEANT (Three Chevrons up, One Rocker, Cross-rifle in the middle)
E-7 GUNNERY SERGEANT (Three Chevrons up, Two Rockers, Cross-rifle in the
middle)
E-8 FIRST SERGEANT (Three Chevrons up, Three Rockers, Cross-rifle in the
middle)
MASTER SERGEANT (Three Chevrons up, Three Rockers, Dimond in the center)
E-9 MASTER GUNNERY SERGEANT (Three Cheverons up, Four Rockers, Bursting
bomb in the center)
SERGEANT MAJOR (Three Chevrons up, Four Rockers, Star in the center)
SERGEANT MAJOR OF THE MARINE CORPS (Three Chevrons up, Four
Rockers, EGA flanked by Two Stars in the center)
WARRANT OFFICER
W-1 WARRANT OFFICER (One gold bar, Two red squares)
W-2 CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER (One gold bar, Three red squares)
W-3 CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER (One silver bar, Two red squares)
W-4 CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER (One silver bar, Three red squares)
W-5 CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER (One silver bar, One red stripe)

OFFICER
0-1 SECOND LIEUTENANT (One Gold Bar)
0-2 FIRST LIEUTENANT (One silver bar)
0-3 CAPTAIN (Two Silver Bars)
0-4 MAJOR (Gold Oak Leaf)
0-5 LIEUTENANT COLONEL (Silver Oak Leaf)
0-6 COLONEL (Silver spread eagle)
0-7 BRIGADIER GENERAL (One five point star)
0-8 MAJOR GENERAL (Two five point stars)
0-9 LIEUTENANT GENERAL (Three five point stars)
0-10 GENERAL (Four five point stars)
CODE OF CONDUCT
Article I:I am an American, fighting in the Armed Forces which guard my country
and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
Article II: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 III: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 IV:If I become a POW, 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 and their orders.
Article V:When questioned as a POW, I am required ONLY to give my name, rank,
service number and date of birth. I will refuse to answer any further questions to
the utmost of my ability. I will make NO oral or written statements disloyal to my
country and its allies or cause harm to them.
Article VI:I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT I AM AN AMERICAN, responsible
for my actions, dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I WILL
TRUST IN GOD AND IN THE USA.

The Purpose of the Interior Guard

Preserve Order
Protect Property
Enforce Regulations

My Rifle
This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine.
My rifle is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my
life.
My rifle, without me, is useless. Without my rifle, I am useless. I must fire
my rifle true. I must shoot straighter than my enemy who is trying to kill me.
I must shoot him before he shoots me. I will...
My rifle and myself know that what counts in this war is not the rounds we
fire, the noise of our burst, nor the smoke we make. We know that it is the
hits that count. We will hit...
My rifle is human, even as I, because it is my life. Thus, I will learn it as a
brother. I will learn its weaknesses, its strength, its parts, its accessories, its
sights and its barrel. I will ever guard it against the ravages of weather and
damage as I will ever guard my legs, my arms, my eyes and my heart against
damage. I will keep my rifle clean and ready. We will become part of each
other. We will...
Before God, I swear this creed. My rifle and myself are the defenders of my
country. We are the masters of our enemy. We are the saviors of my life.
So be it, until there is no enemy, but peace!
A-Alpha

G-Golf

M-Mike

S-Sierra

Y-Yankee

B-Bravo

H-Hotel

N-November

T-Tango

Z-Zulu

C-Charlie

I-India

O-Oscar

U-Uniform

D-Delta

J-Juliet

P-Papa

V- Victor

E-Echo

K-Kilo

Q-Quebec

W-Whiskey

F-Foxtrot

L-Lima

R-Romeo

X-X-ray

Commandant of the Marine Corps: Gen. Joseph Dunford

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps: SgtMaj. Green
Seretary of the Navy: The Honorable Jay Mabus