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Marine Corps Knowledge Questions and Answers Already Graded A Marine Corps Birthday November 10th, 1775 Birthplace of the Marine Corps Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Marine Corps Emblem Eagle, Globe, and Anchor Marine Corps Motto Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful) Marine Corps Core Values Honor, Courage, Commitment Official colors of the Marine Corps Scarlet and Gold Immediate Action for a Weapon Jam Tap. Rack. Bang. Remedial Action for a Weapon Jam SPORTS: Seek Cover, Pull Charging Handle, Observe Round or Brass Ejecting, Release Bolt, Tap Forward Assist, Sight and Fire Weapon Four Safety Rules for All Weapons Systems Treat,Never,Keep,Keep: 1.Treat every weapon as if it were loaded. 2.Never point your weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot. 3.Keep your finger straight and off the trigger until you are ready to fire. 4.Keep the weapon on safe until you intend to fire. Weapon Condition One Magazine Inserted, Round in Chamber, Bolt Forward, Safety On, and Ejection Port Closed Weapon Condition Two Not Applicable with M16A2 Weapon Condition Three Magazine Inserted, Chamber Empty, Bolt Forward, Safety On, Ejection Port Closed Weapon Condition Four No Magazine, Chamber Empty, Bolt Forward, Safety On, Ejection Port Closed Characteristics of the M16A2 LMGAS: Light Weight, Magazine Fed, Gas Operated, Air Cooled, Shoulder Fired Weapon M16A2 Cartridge NATO 5.56mm M16A2 Maximum Effective Range on a Point Target 550 Meters M16A2 Maximum Effective Range on an Area Target 800 Meters M16A2 Rate of Fire Cyclic 800 Rounds/Minute, Sustained 12-15 Rounds/Minute M16A2 Weight with 30 Round Magazine 8.76 Pounds Nine Principles of War MOOSEMUSS: Mass, Objective, Offensive, Simplicity, Economy of Force, Maneuver, Unity of Command, Supervise, Security Location of First Marine Division Camp Pendleton, CA Location of Second Marine Division Camp Lejeune, NC Location of Third Marine Division Camp Butler, Okinawa, Japan Location of Fourth Marine Division New Orleans, LA First General Order of the Guard To take charge of this post and all government property in view. Second General Order of the Guard To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert, observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing. Third General Order of the Guard To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce. Fourth General Order of the Guard To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own. Fifth General Order of the Guard To quit my post only when properly relieved. Sixth General Order of the Guard 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 non-commissioned officers of the guard only. Seventh General Order of the Guard To talk to no one except in the line of duty. Eighth General Order of the Guard To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder. Ninth General Order of the Guard To call the corporal of the guard in any case not covered by instructions. Tenth General Order of the Guard To salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased. Eleventh General Order of the Guard 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. Four core elements of a MAGTF Command Ground Combat, Aviation Combat, and Combat Service Support Cover Protection of the entire body from enemy fire. Concealment Protection from enemy observation. Camouflage The art of concealment or disguise. Eight Principles of Camouflage Movement, Shadows, Position, Shape, Color, Texture, Dispersion, Shine What is the historical significance of the French Fourragere? Worn in recognition of the accomplishments at Belleau Wood, Soissons, and Blanc Mont Three major developments of the Korean War Flak Jackets, Thermal Boots, and Vertical Envelopment Doctrine Purpose of an Interior Guard PEP: Preserve Order, Enforce Regulations, Protect Property What is the origin of the term "Leatherneck"? Marines wore high leather collars from . What is the origin of the term "Devil Dog"? Nickname given to Marines by Germans, "Teufelhunde", at the Battle of Belleau Wood during WWI. Who are "The President's Own"? The Marine Corps Band The first Commandant Captain Samuel Nicholas The Grand Old Man of the Marine Corps Archibald Henderson Current Commandant James F. Amos Current Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sergeant Major Carlton Kent What is the significance behind the Blood Stripe worn on NCO and Officer uniforms? It signifies the blood that was shed at the Battle of Chapultepec during the Mexican War. What is the significance behind the NCO sword? They are the only NCOs of any branch still authorized to carry swords. What is the significance of the Quatrefoil? It is a cross-shaped braid worn on the top of officers' barracks cover, which originally enabled sharpshooters in the riggins of sailing ships to distinguish between friend and foe. What is the significance behind the Mameluke Sword? The sword presented to Lt. Presley Neville O'Bannon by Prince Hamet for the Marines actions in the Battle of Tripoli. Who are the only two Marines to be awarded two Medals of Honor? Smedley Butler and Dan Daly Who is the first Marine to be awarded the Medal of Honor? Cpl. John F. Mackie Who is the only Marine to earn 5 Navy Crosses? Colonel Louis B. "Chesty" Puller Father of Marine Corps Aviation Lt. Alfred Cunningham Father of the Marine Corps Scout Sniper Program Gunnery Sergeant Carlos Hathcock Who stated, "Gone to Florida to fight the Indians. Will be back when the war is over."? Commandant Archibald Henderson, 1836 Who stated, "Come on, you sons of bitches! Do you want to live forever?"? Gunnery Sergeant Dan Daly during the Battle of Belleau Wood, 1918 Who stated, "Uncommon valor was a common virtue"? Admiral Nimitz said it about the Marines after the Battle of Iwo Jima. Who stated, " The raising of that flag on Suribachi means a Marine Corps for the next 500 years."? James Forrestal, Secretary of the Navy, Feb. 23, 1945 Who stated, "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem."? President Ronald Reagan, 1985 Where was the first amphibious landing? New Providence, Bahamas 1776 Five major Marine Corps Battles of WWII Bouganville, Iwo Jima, Guadalcanal, Okinawa, Tarawa What was the battle which was fought in order to provide a landing strip for strategic bombers? Iwo Jima Four major battles of the Korean War PICS: Pusan, Inchon, Chosin Reservoir, Seoul What was the battle in which Marines were held in a 77-day seige? Khe Sanh, Vietnam 1968 What was the battle in which Marines from house to house and street to street? Hue City, Vietnam 1968 Operation Urgent Fury The rescue of students from the island of Grenada 1983. Operation Just Cause The operation in which Marines were sent to Panama to apprehend Manuel Noriega, 1989. Operation Desert Shield/Storm Persian Gulf War, Operation United Shield The response to the Black Hawk Down incident in Somalia, 1995. Operation Enduring Freedom The U.S. response in Afghanistan to the 9/11 attacks, 2001. Five Types of Discharge Honorable, General Under Honorable Conditions, General Under Other than Honorable Conditions, Bad Conduct, Dishonorable Who is subject to the UCMJ? All members of the armed forces, active and reserve. Punitive Articles Articles 77-134 Three types of Court Martial Summary, Special, and General UCMJ Article 15 Non-Judicial Punishment UCMJ Article 31 Rights of the Accused Bow The front of a ship. Stern The back of a ship. Port The left side of a ship. Starbord The right side of a ship. Bulkhead The walls on a ship. Galley The kitchen on a ship. Flag flown on weekdays and Saturday and measures 10x19ft Post Flag Flag mounted on a vehicle Standard Flag flown on Sunday and Holidays and measures 20x38ft Garrison Flag What are the customs associated with the Marine Corps Birthday? Troop formations, the Marine Corps Ball, Lejeune's Birthday Message. What is the call sign of the helicopter that transports the president? Marine One "Every Marine is a ________." rifleman Cards past this point are more for officer candidates. Cards past this point are more for officer candidates. "Every Marine Officer is a ________________." rifle platoon commander 14 Leadership Principles JJ DID TIE BUCKLE: Judgement, Justice, Decisiveness, Initiative, Dependability, Tact, Integrity, Endurance, Bearing, Unselfishness, Courage, Knowledge, Loyalty, Enthusiasm Six Troop Leading Steps BAMCIS: Begin Planning, Arrange Reconnaissance, Make Reconnaissance, Complete Planning, Issue Orders, Supervise Five Paragraph Order O-SMEAC: Orientation, Situation, Mission, Execution, Administration and Logistics, Command and Signal Information about the Enemy SALUTE: Size, Activity, Location, Unit, Time, Equipment Information of Friendlies HAS: Higher Mission, Adjacent Units, Supporting Arms The Five B's Beans(Food), Bullets(Ammunition), Batteries(Communication Resupply), Band-Aids(MEDEVAC), Bad Guys(Enemy POWs) Estimating the Situation METT-TSL: Mission, Enemy, Terrain and Weather, Troops and Fire Support Available, Time, Space, Logistics Aspects of Terrain KOCOA: Key Terrain, Observation of Fields of Fire, Cover and Concealment, Obstacles, Avenues of Approach