Citizen Soldier
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Citizen Soldier. Soldier. Citizen Soldier. Soldier Responsibilities. By your presence, you are showing that the proud heritage of citizen service continues today. Your goal, becoming a soldier, demonstrates selfless service to the nation. Becoming a Soldier. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Citizen Soldier
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Soldier Responsibilities
By your presence, you are showing that the proud heritage of citizen service continues
today. Your goal, becoming a soldier, demonstrates selfless service to the nation.
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Becoming a Soldier
A “rite of passage” that teaches the responsibilities of citizenship.”
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Oath of Enlistment
“Bear true faith and allegiance to the United States of America.”
“Serve and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies.”
“Obey the orders of the President of the United States and the Officers appointed over me.”
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Responsibilities of a Citizen
Participate in the democratic process.
Support the law.
Respect diversity.
Work for the general welfare of others.
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Responsibilities of a Soldier
Responsibilities of citizenship.
Plus
Living up to your Oath of Enlistment.
Understanding and living the seven core values.
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The Professional Army Ethic
Elements of the Oath of Enlistment
The Seven Core Army Values
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Seven Army Core Values
Loyalty
Duty
Respect
Selfless Service
Honor
Integrity
Personal Courage
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Character
“The combined moral and ethic structure of a person.”
“That combination of qualities that distinguishes one person from another.”
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Heritage and Traditions
Heritage– People, events, and ideas from the past that
influence the present.
Traditions– Daily, visible reminders
of the Army’s values, the need for units to work together, and the Army’s proud heritage.
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Military Uniforms
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Utility Uniform
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Chevrons
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Marching
Soldiers have been marching in cadence since the days of Alexander the Great.
Today’s Army moves to songs.
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Evolution of the Hand Salute
Saluting is one way members of the military show their respect for
each other.
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Summary
Soldier responsibilities
The army ethic– Oath of Enlistment– Seven core values
Heritage and traditions– Army uniforms and chevrons – Marching and music– The hand salute
