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1 Citizen Soldier
Soldier
Citizen Soldier
2Soldier 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.
3 Becoming a Soldier
A rite of passage that teaches the
responsibilities of citizenship.
4Oath 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.
5Responsibilities of a Citizen
- Participate in the democratic process.
- Support the law.
- Respect diversity.
- Work for the general welfare of others.
6Responsibilities of a Soldier
- Responsibilities of citizenship.
- Plus
- Living up to your Oath of Enlistment.
- Understanding and living the seven core values.
7The Professional Army Ethic
- Elements of the Oath of Enlistment
- The Seven Core Army Values
8Seven Army Core Values
- Loyalty
- Duty
- Respect
- Selfless Service
- Honor
- Integrity
- Personal Courage
9Character
- The combined moral and ethic structure of a
person. - That combination of qualities that distinguishes
one person from another.
10Heritage and Traditions
- Heritage
- People, events, and ideas from the past that
influence the present. - Traditions
- Daily, visible reminders of the Armys values,
the need for units to work together, and the
Armys proud heritage.
11Military Uniforms
12Utility Uniform
13Chevrons
14Marching
Soldiers have been marching in cadence since the
days of Alexander the Great.
Todays Army moves to songs.
15Evolution of the Hand Salute
Saluting is one way members of the military show
their respect for each other.
16Summary
- Soldier responsibilities
- The army ethic
- Oath of Enlistment
- Seven core values
- Heritage and traditions
- Army uniforms and chevrons
- Marching and music
- The hand salute