finger circling is rally point; meaning if you are separated by engagement from the platoon, go back to the last rally point, line formation-is indicated by the left hand to side moving forward and back, fingers down. Placing your arms out at 45 degrees is wedge formation- indicates for the troops behind to march in that formation, also known as the “order of patrol”. When on patrol walking and you need to see the Platoon Sergeant you touch your collar. If the Lieutenant is needed--- touch your hand
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A review of the UF49 in regards to this case prepared by the Commanding Officer of the 81 Precinct, D.I. Henderson revealed the following: On Monday, June 1, 2015 he was contacted by P.O. Aviles from IAB Command Center and was informed regarding a 911 call placed by an unidentified female, containing threats to an unspecified MOS of the 81 Precinct. A female caller contacted the 911 twice and stated that she has been a victim of a sexual harassment and claimed that "they" took her money. She did
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In fact, I remember my Company 1st Sergeant and CO "lessened battalion charges" for two under-aged Alpha Company Marines for purchasing five cases of Jameson Whiskey; destruction of DC hotel property, and the solicitation of alcohol to several under-aged girls from American University -- that resulted with him being "meritoriously promoted" for "boosting company morale." Meanwhile, other Black Minority Marines who committed lesser offenses received battalion maxed punishment; forfeiture of rank,
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overall toughness. Using this personal skill on the battlefield can prove to be tough, but is something soldiers and senior leader’s experience, and use on a daily basis. How leaders, no matter what rank, use this skill to influence their Section, Platoon, Battery, or Battalion speaks volumes to how our Army lead’s the way in battle/combat. World War II is still a prime example of how resiliency on the battlefield proved to be beneficial to win the war overall. Specifically, artillery units during
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Movie Review: A Few Good Men Ashley Irving April 29, 2012 Professor William Jackson ADJ 235 The movie I’ve chosen, a courtroom thriller, is A Few Good Men. This movie is staged to confront moral issues in society. These moral issues will create legal dilemma. Not only create dilemmas, also questions of the United States Navy are raised. The questions occur because of a scandal that hurts the reputation of the United States Navy. This courtroom thriller stars Tom Cruise, Kevin Bacon, Cuba Gooding
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Aiming to grasp the concept of air mobility as a component of warfare, The United States Army created the 11th Air Assault Division (Test) at Fort Benning, Georgia in February 1963. The objective was to bring Infantry into battle as fast as possible using helicopters. In June 1964, Lieutenant Colonel Harold G. Moore, Jr., took command of one battalion of the 11th Air Assault Division, he trained them for over a year and by July 1965 the Pentagon gave the order to rename the 11th Air Assault Division
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` Philip Combs Jed Wyman WR121 05 May 2011 A Controlled Mayhem By: Philip Combs The idea of boot camp is dreaded by most everyone that has to face the reality of replacing their nice, warm, loving, and familiar home environment with military barracks, filled with drill sergeants who are now your over bearing parents, and hundreds of other people of the same sex who are now your wretchedly unhappy brothers or sisters. The amiable bedroom where you
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Writer’s Memo #1: “The Things I Carry” Inspiration Chapter In the chapter “The Things I Carry” by O’Brien, O’Brien lists things that the soldiers of his platoon carry, either tangible or intangible. The soldiers carry things ranging from “their grandmother’s distaste for the white man” to their girlfriend's pantyhose around their neck. Some soldiers carry more intangible things like emotions. Ted Lavender carried fear and tranquilizers to combat said fear. This chapter reminded me of the multiple
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Leaders and Mentors Throughout 20 years of military service I have seen and experienced many types of leadership styles. I have also had many leaders, good and bad. The introduction to FM 6-22 states, “An ideal Army leader has strong intellect, physical presence, professional competence, high moral character, and serves as a role model” (FM 6-22, 2006). I will describe 3 individuals that fit that example of FM 6-22, and served as a leader and mentor to me. SGT Tackett The first of these leaders
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FM 999-3 Headquarters Department of the Army Counter-Zombie Operations at the Fireteam Level Table of Contents Page Preface ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………ii Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………………iii CHAPTER 1 – THE ZOMBIE …………………………………………………………………………………..1-1 The Disease ……………………………………………………………………………………………1-1 Zombie Stages, Identification and Action ……………………………………………………..1-1 CHAPTER 2 – ZOMBIE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT …………………………………………………………..2-1 Protective Equipment ………………………………………………………………………………
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