Transcript Birthday: October 13, 1775 - Galena Park Independent

Our Nations Defense Forces
Military Services
Why Serve?
Every day, many thousands devote themselves to
protecting freedoms, maintaining peace, providing
relief and supporting policy around the globe. For
many young Americans, the benefits of serving can be
tremendous: training, honor, education, travel, pay and
self-discovery. However, military service is not for
everyone. It requires self-discipline, intense physical
work and time away from family and friends while
protecting America and its citizens at home and abroad.
For some, these commitments impose too great a
burden.
Above all, know that each decision – to serve our
country or not to serve – is personal, vital and honorable.
Turning Recruits into Service members
 Basic Training – often called boot camp – prepares recruits for all
elements of service: physical, mental and emotional. It gives
servicemembers the basic tools necessary to perform the roles that
will be asked of them for the duration of their tour. Each of the
Services has its own training program, tailoring the curriculum to the
specialized nature of its role in the Military.
 No matter which branch of the Service a recruit chooses, Basic
Training is an intense experience. However, about 90 percent of
recruits make it through boot camp. The purpose of this training isn’t
to “break” recruits. In fact, the combination of physical training, field
exercises and classroom time makes individuals strong and
capable. It’s a tough process, but a rewarding one that many
servicemembers value for life.
The Military Officer
Must have a 4-year
Bachelor’s Degree
OFFICER
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ACADEMIES
► RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS
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MILITARY ACADEMIES
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For students who would like to experience a military environment while
getting a first-class education, the four Service academies –
 the U.S. Military Academy (Army) in West Point, N.Y.;
 the U.S. Naval Academy (Navy/Marine Corps) in Annapolis, Md.;
 the U.S. Air Force Academy (Air Force) in Colorado Springs, Colo.;
 and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy (Coast Guard) in New London, Conn. –
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offer an outstanding education and full four-year scholarships. Tuition,
books, board and medical and dental care are all fully paid for all four
years. The competition to get in is fierce. Admissions criteria include:
High school academic performance
Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT)
Athletics and extracurricular activities
Leadership experience and community involvement
A congressional letter of recommendation (not required by the Coast Guard
Academy)
Graduates of all four academies receive a Bachelor of Science degree and
are commissioned as officers in their respective Service branch. In all cases,
there is a service obligation of a minimum of five years.
Senior Military Academies
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Similarly, the Senior Military Colleges (SMCs) offer a
combination of higher education with military instruction.
SMCs include
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Texas A&M University,
Norwich University,
Institute and State University (Virginia Tech),
North Georgia College & State University and the Mary Baldwin
Women’s Institute for Leadership.
SMCs are among the most prestigious and famous
education institutions in the world. They are private
colleges but offer financial aid packages for eligible
students. Every cadet must participate in the Reserve
Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, but only those
cadets who receive an ROTC scholarship are required to
enter military service following graduation. For example,
about half of Virginia Military Institute’s cadets earn
commissions as second lieutenants (Army, Marine Corps,
Air Force) or ensigns (Navy).
ROTC
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in 1926, ROTC stands for Reserve Officer
Training Corps.
► It’s a college program offered at more than 1,000
colleges and universities across the United States
that prepares young adults to become officers in
the U.S. Military.
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guaranteed post-college career, cadets commit to
serve in the Military after graduation.
Air Force ROTC
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Air Force ROTC mission is to produce leaders
for the Air Force and build better citizens for
America.
► Headquartered in Montgomery, Ala., the Air Force
ROTC commands 144 units at college and
university campuses throughout the United States.
Air Force ROTC offers a four-year program and a
two-year program, both based on Air Force
requirements and led by active-duty Air Force
officers. Courses are a mix of normal college
classes and Air Force ROTC curriculum, which
covers everything from leadership studies to
combat technique. Upon completion, a student
enters the Air Force as an officer.
Army ROTC
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ROTC is one of the most demanding
and successful leadership programs in the
country. The training a student receives in
Army ROTC teaches leadership development,
military skills and career training.
► Courses take place both in the classroom and
in the field and are mixed with normal
academic studies. Additional summer
programs, such as Jump School, may also be
attended. Upon completion, an Army ROTC
graduate is awarded officer status in the
Army.
Navy and Marine Corps ROTC
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As the largest single source of Navy officers, the Navy
ROTC program plays an important role in preparing young
adults for leadership and management positions in the
increasingly technical Navy. Offered at more than 160
leading colleges and universities throughout the U.S., the
Navy ROTC offers a mixture of military training and normal
academic study. Courses take place both in the classroom
and in the field. Upon completion, an NROTC graduate is
awarded officer status and the ability to choose an officer
career in surface warfare, naval aviation, submarine or
special warfare.
Aspiring Marine Corps officers also participate in Navy
ROTC. The ROTC academic curriculum for a Marine Corpsoption student requires classes in national security policy
and the history of American military affairs, in addition to
the regular academic requirements for the student’s
degree.
Coast Guard Student Reserve
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other Service branches, the Coast Guard
does not have an ROTC program. However, high
school seniors, college and vocational students
between the ages of 17 and 28 can enroll in the
Coast Guard Student Reserve Program.
► Enlistees train for two summers and serve one
weekend a month during the school year.
Schooling continues uninterrupted. They receive
pay for their weekend service and, after training is
complete, begin Reserve duty.
United States
Navy
Birthday: October 13, 1775
Motto: Semper Fortis
United States Navy
Mission:
to maintain, train and equip
combat-ready Naval forces
capable of winning wars,
deterring aggression
and maintaining freedom of
the seas.
The flag of the United
States Navy consists of the Seal of the
Department of the Navy in the center,
 above a yellow scroll inscribed
"United States Navy" in dark blue
letters, against a dark blue
background.
The flag was officially adopted by
President Dwight D. Eisenhower on
April 24, 1959.
Army Caisson Song.wma
It is usedTheon
land in offices, in
parades and for ceremonial
occasions, and often on a staff at the
quarterdeck of ships in port.
 It is never flown by ships at sea,
nor on outdoor flagpoles on naval
land installations, and is not used as
an identifying mark of U.S. Navy
ships and facilities, as is the U.S.
Coast Guard ensign.
Navy
Boot Camp
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Duration:
8 weeks
Location:
Great Lakes Recruit Training
Depot
Great Lakes, Ill.
Navy Song
Anchors Aweigh my boys
Anchors Aweigh
Farewell to college joys
We sail at break of day day day
day
Through our last night on shore
Drink to the foam
Until we meet once more
Here’s wishing you a happy voyage
home!
United States Marine
Corps
Birthday: November 10, 1775
Motto: Semper Fidelis
United States Marine Corps
Mission: "The seizure or defense of
advanced naval bases and other land
operations to support naval campaigns;
the development of tactics, technique, and
equipment used by amphibious landing
forces; and such other duties as the
President may direct."
The flag of the United States
Marine Corps
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(also known as a standard
or battle color) is scarlet
with the Corps’ emblem in
gray and gold. It was
adopted on January 18,
1939, although Marine
Corps Order 4 had
established scarlet and gold
and the official colors of the
Corps as early as 1925. The
indoor/parade version is
bordered by a gold fringe
while the outdoor version is
plain. It measures 55 inches
on the hoist and 62 inches
on the fly
Marine Corps Hymn
From the Halls of Montezuma
To the Shores of Tripoli;
We 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.
United States Marine Corps
The United States Marine Corps was founded in 1775,
even before our nation was officially formed. This elite
group of men and women live by a strict code of
integrity and ethics, producing not just strong warriors
but people of exceptional character. The core values of
Honor, Courage and Commitment influence everything a
Marine does, on and off the battlefield.
 While the Marine Corps is the smallest branch of today’s
military, it plays a major role as the first force on the
ground in most conflicts. Today, 184,000 Marines are
stationed around the world at all times, ready to deploy
quickly whenever and wherever needed. The minimum
service commitment for the Marine Corps is four years,
but as the saying goes “There are no retired Marines,
only former Marines”.
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Before Serving in the Marine Corps
To join the Marine Corps an individual must be between
18 and 28 years old (17 with parental consent) and have
a high school diploma. A small percentage of GED
holders are allowed to join each year, provided they
score well on the ASVAB test. College students wishing
to train for Marine Corps officer positions may enroll in
their school’s Navy ROTC program, and should visit their
local Officer Selection Office (OSO) for information.
All Marine Corps members undergo 12 weeks of Basic
Training at Parris Island, S.C., or San Diego, Calif. This
training is an intense mental and physical process that
molds recruits to uphold and live by the core Marine
Corps values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Only
the most elite make it through, and those who qualify
have earned the right to wear the uniform.
The United States Army
Birthday: June 14, 1775
Motto: “An Army of One”
United States Army
Mission: to fight and win our Nation’s
wars by providing prompt, sustained land
dominance across the full range of military
operations and spectrum of conflict in
support of combatant commanders.
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As the oldest branch of the U.S. Military, founded in 1775, the Army is one
of the most powerful fighting forces on earth. Approximately 522,388 fulltime Soldiers in today’s Army defend and serve our nation by land, sea and
air. Elite groups within the Army, such as the Army Rangers and Special
Forces, receive specialized training for advanced combat situations.
In addition to domestic bases, the Army has permanent stations in Asia,
Europe and the Middle East, as well as troops on the ground wherever
there is a conflict. Length of individual service commitment varies, and in
some cases may be as little as two years.
A competitive salary is just one of the benefits of Army service. All Soldiers
receive health care, housing and food allowances, and educational
opportunities. After 20 years of service, retirement pay is guaranteed as
well. On top of that, there are special pays for everything from deployment
to medical training, depending on your job and location.
The Army offers hundreds of career opportunities across various disciplines,
from aviation to information technology to Special Forces. No matter what
your specialty is, you’ll receive top-notch training and the experience to
handle whatever comes your way.
The Army Flag
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The Army flag is made up in the
National colors red, white, and
blue, with a yellow fringe. It is
the standard size for colors: 4
feet, 4 inches hoist and 5 feet 6
inches fly. It bears 145 streamers
of ribbons representing the
campaigns in which the Army has
participated since its inception.
The flag is made of white silk,
upon which is embroidered in
blue, a replica of the official seal
of the War Office. Beneath the
seal is a broad scarlet scroll
bearing the inscription in white
letters, "United States
Army". Beneath the scroll blue
Arabic numerals, is "1775", the
year in which the Army was
created with the appointment of
General George Washington as
CINC.
Army song
First to fight for the right,
And to build the Nation’s might,
And The Army Goes Rolling Along
Proud of all we have done,
Fighting till the battle’s won,
And the Army Goes Rolling Along.
Then it’s Hi! Hi! Hey!
The Army’s on its way.
Count off the cadence loud and strong (TWO!
THREE!)
For where e’er we go, you will always know
That The Army Goes Rolling Along.
That The Army Goes Rolling Along.
Army
Basic Combat Training
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Duration: 9 weeks
Locations: Fort Benning, Fort
Benning, Ga.
Fort Jackson; Columbia, S.C.
Fort Knox; Louisville, Ky.
Fort Leonard Wood; Waynesville, Mo.
Fort Sill; Lawton, Okla.
The United States Air Force
Birthdate: 18 September 1947
Motto: Air Force; Above All
United States Air Force
Mission:
To deliver sovereign options
for the defense of
The United States of America
and its global interests;
to fly and fight in Air, Space, and
Cyberspace.
The Air Force
The Air Force began as a subdivision of the U.S. Army
and was declared an official combatant arm in 1920. It
wasn’t until 1947, following World War II, that the Air
Force was recognized as its own military branch.
Today’s Air Force operates in keeping with a three-part
vision: global vigilance, reach and power. This vision
empowers a technologically advanced force of 352,000
troops focused on air, space and cyberspace superiority.
A good salary, full health benefits and a fulfilling career –
could you ask for more? For the right person, the Air
Force can be a very rewarding experience,
The Air Force provides advanced, hands-on training for
hundreds of careers. Pilots and flight crew are just the tip
of the iceberg. The Air Force relies on mechanics,
electronics technicians, air traffic controllers, medical
staff and other personnel to fulfill its objectives.
The flag of the
United States Air Force
 consists of the coat of arms,
 13 white stars
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and the Air Force Seal, on a blue
background.
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The 13 stars represent the 13 original
colonies,
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the three star grouping at the top
portray the three Departments of the
National Defense Establishment (Army,
Navy, and Air Force).
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The crest includes the American bald
eagle, the cloud formation depicts the
creation of a new firmament,
 and the wreath, composed of six
alternate folds of silver and blue,
incorporate the colors of the basic
shield design.
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The Indoor/Parade version is bordered
by a gold fringe while the Outdoor
version is plain.
Air Force Song
Off we go into the wild blue yonder,
Climbing high into the sun;
Here they come zooming to meet our thunder,
At 'em boys, give 'er the gun
(give 'er the gun now!)
Down we dive spouting our flames from under
Off with one helluva roar!
We live in fame
or go down in flame, hey!
Nothing'll stop the U.S. Air Force!
Air Force
Recruit Training
Duration:
8.5 weeks
Location:
Lackland Air Force Base
San Antonio, Texas
United States Coast
Guard
Birthday: August 4, 1790
Motto: Semper Peratus
United States Coast Guard
 Mission: to protect the public, the
environment, and U.S. economic interests —
in the nation's ports and waterways, along the
coast, on international waters, or in any
maritime region as required to support national
security
United States Coast Guard
The Coast Guard Standard is white with yellow fringe and a dark blue U.S. Coat of
Arms overall. The shield on the eagle's breast has a blue chief over vertical red and
white stripes. Inscribed in an arc above the eagle is "UNITED STATES COAST
GUARD"; below the eagle is the U.S.C.G. motto, "SEMPER PARATUS" ("Always
Ready") and beneath that the numerals "1790" -- this being the year in which the
service's ancestor, the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service, was founded.
Coast Guard
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The Coast Guard is an amalgamation of formerly distinct
federal services: the U.S. Lighthouse Service, the
Revenue Cutter Service, the Steamboat Inspection
Service and the U.S. Lifesaving Service. In 1915, a
congressional act combined the Life-Saving Service and
Revenue Cutter Service to form the Coast Guard. The
Service was placed under the control of the Treasury
Department until 1967, when an executive order
transferred the Coast Guard to the newly formed
Department of Transportation.
Today, the Coast Guard operates under the Department
of Homeland Security during peacetime and under the
Navy during wartime, or by special presidential order. In
addition to protecting our nation’s waterways, the 39,000
active-duty members of the Coast Guard perform search
and rescue, law enforcement and environmental cleanup
operations
Coast Guard Theme Song
We’re always ready for the call,
We place our trust in Thee
Through howling gale and shot and shell
To win our victory.
“Semper Paratus” is our guide,
Our pledge, our motto, too.
We’re always Ready,” do or die!
Aye! Coast guard, we fight for you.
The Coast Guard Standard
is white with yellow fringe and a
dark blue U.S. Coat of Arms
overall. The shield on the
eagle's breast has a blue chief
over vertical red and white
stripes. Inscribed in an arc
above the eagle is "UNITED
STATES COAST GUARD";
below the eagle is the U.S.C.G.
motto, "SEMPER PARATUS"
("Always Ready") and beneath
that the numerals "1790" -- this
being the year in which the
service's ancestor, the U.S.
Revenue Cutter Service, was
founded.
Coast Guard
Recruit Training
Duration:
 8 weeks
 Location:
 Cape May Coast Guard Training Center
Cape May, N.J.
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