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Citizen Soldier

CitizenSoldier

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