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Minnesota State University

Maverick Battalion

Cadet Handbook

SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)

Table of Contents:

MAVERICK BATTALION

ARMY ROTC

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Chapter 1. The ROTC Program

Philosophy Behind ROTC

Maverick Battalion Introduction and Mission

Student Retention Responsibilities (What are the responsibilities of a Cadet to stay in and complete the program?)

Chapter 2: Organization and Who’s Who

Faculty and Staff (Cadre)

Cadets

Cadet Chain of Command

Cadet Leadership Responsibilities Chapter 3: Standards of Conduct

Cadet Honor Code

Army Values Chapter 4: The Military Uniform

Army Physical Fitness Uniform

Army Combat Uniform

Male and Female Army Service Uniform

Maverick Battalion Field Training Uniform Chapter 5: Military Customs and Courtesies

History of the Hand Salute

Rendering the Hand Salute

Use of “Sir and “Sergeant”

Attention and Parade Rest

Courtesy to Flag and National Anthem Chapter 6: ROTC Summer Schools and Programs

Cadet Basic Camp

Cadet Advanced Camp

Airborne School

Air Assault School

Pre-Combat Diver Qualification Course (Pre-CDQC)

Cultural Understanding and Language Proficiency (CULP)

Project Global Officer (Project GO) Chapter 7: Scholarship and Tuition Assistance

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Eligibility Scholarship Cadets Monthly Payments Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) Standards for Scholarship Cadets Scholarship Probation and Termination Disenrollment Army National Guard/U.S. Army Reserve Simultaneous Membership Program Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty Scholarship (GRFD) Tuition Assistance (Army National Guard/U.S. Army Reserve

Chapter 8: Maverick Battalion Activities

Ranger Challenge

KU Ranger Buddy Competition

Color Guard

Bataan Memorial Death March

Army 10 Miler Chapter 9: Awards and Decorations

Cadet Awards

Awards Sponsored by Organizations, Societies, and Individuals

Advanced Camp Awards

Camp Challenge (Basic Camp Awards)

ROTC Cadet Command Awards

Badges and Tabs

ROTC Cadet Ribbons (Find a Chart with Pictures – Plenty of examples on line)

Chapter 10: PRT Drills

Chapter 11: Maverick Battalion SOPs and Battle Drills

Troop Leading Procedures 5 Paragraph Operation Order (OPORD) and Warning Order 9 Line Medevac Land Navigation Movement Techniques React to Contact Battle Drill 1A Patrol Bases

Chapter 12: Common Used Acronyms and Abbreviations

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Chapter 1: The ROTC Program

Philosophy Behind ROTC

The basic principle behind the Reserve Officer Training Corp (ROTC) dates back to the

colonial times when the frontiersmen accepted their responsibility to take up arms for

both his own and his neighbor’s common defense. Since the emergence of our nation,

we have been dedicated to idea that national defense is a responsibility of citizenship

and that those persons to whom our society has provided a higher education acquire

the responsibility of leadership. It is because of the ROTC program that this philosophy

is formalized and implemented.

Maverick Battalion Introduction and Mission

Welcome to the Minnesota State University (MNSU) ROTC Maverick Battalion! The

Maverick Battalion is made up of Cadets from Minnesota State University (MNSU),

Bethany Lutheran College (BLC), and Gustavus Adolphus College (GAC). The main

school is MNSU and the two sister schools are GAC and BLC. The Battalion has

between 5-7 Active Duty Cadre that teach, mentor, and guide Cadets of all MS Levels

(MSI-V).

Our graduates serve in the Active Duty Army, National Guard, and Army Reserves.

Some of our graduates serve 20-year careers in the active Army, others meet their

initial service obligation and then join the civilian workforce (corporations actively recruit

ex-military Officers for their leadership and management skills), while others stay in the

Minnesota area as citizen-Soldiers in the Guard or Reserves.

Our graduates serve in one of 18 exciting Army Officer specialties, including Infantry,

Field Artillery, Armor, Aviation, Military Intelligence, Military Police, Adjutant General,

Transportation, and Army Nurse Corps. We provide college elective courses that will

expand your leadership skills.

We also offer exciting summer training/internship opportunities for our most committed

Cadets, including Airborne, Air Assault, Nurse Summer Training, and Cadet Troop

Leader Training.

If you are a freshman or sophomore and aren’t sure if service to the nation as an Army

Officer is right for you, give our MSL 100 and 200 level courses a try. These are

completely non-obligation and open to any University student. Our MSL 300 and 400

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level courses are only for those committed to the program and becoming an Army

Officer.

The Maverick Battalion mission is to develop the skills needed to be adaptive, agile, and

critical thinking leaders capable of leading in our current complex combat environment.

Student Retention Responsibilities

Cadets must complete all required course work. This includes MS 301, 302, 401,

and 402. (this may vary depending when you contract.) Cadets must also take

Lead Lab credit MSL 150, PT (Physical Fitness Class) MSL 210, and MSL 252

(The Evolution of American Warfare).

Cadets must stay in good standing with their grades. Cadets must have a

minimum of a 2.0 Cumulative GPA to Commission, However it is advised to have

a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, or Cadets could be on scholarship hold.

Cadets must successfully complete Advanced Camp and Basic Camp.

Cadets must pass a PT test to contract and to ultimately commission.

Cadets must also keep a clean criminal record or will more than likely be dropped

from the ROTC program. This includes getting a underage drinking, assaults,

domestic abuse, and DWIs.

Cadets must also pass a drug test to commission.

Cadets must also graduate with a 4 year degree to be eligible to commission.

Chapter 2: Organization and Who’s Who:

Department Chair / Professor of Military Science

MAJ Robert M. Rogers

Major Rob Rogers graduated from Arizona State University and commissioned

onto active duty as a Military Police Officer in 2002. His first assignment was Ft,

Bliss, TX where he served as a Platoon Leader for the 978th Military Police

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Company, 76th Military Police Battalion and deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom

I-II. He later served as a Battalion Adjutant and Battalion Operations Officer for

the 76th Military Police Battalion, 89th Military Police Brigade.

After completion of the Military Police Officer Advanced Course at Fort Leonard

Wood, MO, MAJ Rogers was assigned to the 2/363rd Training Support Battalion,

5th Armor Brigade at Fort Bliss, TX where he served as the senior Observer

Controller Trainer for all less than lethal weapon and riot control ranges. He was

later assigned to the 2/363rd Battalion HQ in Mesa, AZ where he served as the

Battalion S-3.

Major Rogers transitioned into the Army Reserves in 2008 and was assigned to

the 2/363rd Training Support Battalion, 5th Armor Brigade out of Mesa, AZ where

he served as the Combat Support Training Team Chief and later as the 2/363rd

Head Quarters Company Commander.

In 2012, MAJ Rogers transitioned into the Active Army Reserve and was

assigned to the Army Reserve Career Division out of Atlanta, GA where he

served as the Career Manager for all Reserve Military Police Officers.

In 2015, MAJ Rogers graduated from the Command and General Staff College at

Fort Leavenworth, KS and was the assigned to the 530th Military Police

Battalion, 300th Military Police Brigade out of Omaha, NE where he served as

the Battalion S3.

In April 2017, MAJ Rogers was selected for command as the Professor of Military

Science of the Army ROTC program at Minnesota State at Mankato.

MAJ Rogers holds a BA in Criminal Justice, BA in Political Science as well as a

M.A in Secondary Education (History) all from Arizona State University. MAJ

Rogers’ military education includes the Military Police Officer Basic and

Advanced Courses, Command and General Staff College, OC/T Course,

Operation Security and Anti-Terrorism Advanced Courses.

MAJ Rogers’ decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service

Medal with three oak leaf clusters, Army Commendation Medal with three oak

leaf clusters, Army Achievement Medal, Army Reserve Achievement Medal,

Valorous Unit Award, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service

Medal, Over Seas Service Medal, Army Reserve Overseas Training Medal,

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National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal with two stars, German

Military Efficiency Badge (Gold), Parachutist Badge, and Air Assault Badge.

Senior Military Science Instructor / Third Year Instructor

MSG Michael Moore

Master Sergeant Michael P. Moore is a native of Flagler Beach, Florida. He

enlisted in the United States Army in August of 1995 and completed On Site Unit

Training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Since August 1999 he has held various

leadership positions to Include Gunner, Ammunition Team Chief, Howitzer

Section Chief, Gunnery Sergeant, Platoon Sergeant, Small Group Leader

Instructor, Battalion Master Gunner, Military Science Instructor, the Battalion

Operations NCOIC, First Sergeant for HHB, 2-11 FAR, First Sergeant for the I&S

Company, HHBN. First Sergeant for Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion 40th Field

Artillery and currently the Senior Military Science Instructor for Minnesota State

University ROTC.

His duty assignments include the 1st Battalion, 8th Field Artillery Regiment,

Schofield Barracks, HI; 556 PSB, Schofield Barracks, HI. 2nd Battalion, 11th

Field Artillery, Schofield Barracks, HI; 1st Battalion, 9th Field Artillery, Fort

Stewart, GA; 1st Battalion, 78th Field Artillery, Fort Sill OK.; 3rd Battalion 321st

Field Artillery, Fort Bragg, NC. And Army ROTC Instructor, Stonehenge Battalion,

Rolla, MO. I&S Company, HHBN, 25TH Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, HI,

C Battery, 1st Battalion, 40th Field Artillery, Ft Sill, Ok. Master Sergeant Moore

has deployed to Operation Desert Spring 2002, Operation Iraqi Freedom 2003

(OIF1), and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan (OEF VII-VIII) 2007-

2009.

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His military and education includes the Warrior Leaders Course, Advanced

Leaders Course, Senior Leaders Course, Field Artillery Master Gunners Course,

Casualty Assistance Officer Course, Army Instructor Course, ROTC Pre-

Command Course and First Sergeant Course.

Master Sergeant Moore’s awards and decoration include the Bronze Star Medal,

Meritorious Service Medal with 1 OLC, Army Commendation Medal with 5 OLC ,

Army Achievement Medal with 4 OLC, Good Conduct Medal with 1 Silver knot,

National Defense Service Ribbon with bronze star, Armed Forces Expeditionary

Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with 2 campaign stars, Afghanistan Service Medal

with 1 bronze star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Professional

Development Ribbon with the 3 devices, Military Outstanding Voluntary Service

Medal Army Service Ribbon, Oversea Service Ribbon with numeral 3 and the

NATO Medal, Combat Action Badge, Air-Assault Badge , Gold German Armed

Forces Badge for Military Proficiency and a Driver Badge. He is also a member

of the Honorable Order of Saint Barbara.

Assistant Professor of Military Science

CPT John Dart

CPT John Dart was commissioned into the Army as a Second Lieutenant in the

Quartermaster branch on May 12th, 2007. Upon commissioning CPT Dart

attended Basic Officer Leader Course II at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and then

Quartermaster Officer Basic Course at Fort Lee, Virginia.

CPT Dart was assigned to the 4th Infantry Division, 2nd Brigade, 204th Brigade

Support Battalion, there he served as a Distribution Platoon Leader, Maintenance

Platoon Leader, Executive Officer and Maintenance Control Officer. CPT Dart

deployed with 2nd Brigade from 2008-2009 in support of Operation Iraqi

Freedom. Upon return from deployment CPT Dart attended the Combine

Logistics Captains Career Course and Petroleum Officer Course at Fort Lee,

Virginia. After graduation from the Captains Career Course he was assigned to

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3rd Combat Aviation Brigade at Hunter Army Airfield. CPT Dart served as

Company Commander and BDE Assistant S4 while assigned to 3rdCAB. He

deployed with 3rd CAB in support of Operation Enduring Freedom from 2012-

2013.

CPT Dart holds a BA in History from Millersville University with minor in Global

Geography. His awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal

w/3 OLC, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq

Campaign Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service

Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Parachutist Badge.

Assistant Professor of Military Science/ Second Year Instructor

CPT Joel Sullivan

CPT Joel M. Sullivan, a native of St. Paul, Minnesota, graduated from the

University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Science in Communications. He then

commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Air Defense Artillery branch

through Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia on 2 August 2007.

CPT Sullivan’s first assignment was with 1st Battalion (Airborne) 7th Air Defense

Artillery Regiment, 108th Brigade, Fort Bragg NC, where he served as

headquarters platoon leader Bravo Battery. As executive officer Bravo Battery

and battery commander Bravo Battery, he has deployed to United Arab Emirates

in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and to Jordan in support of Operation

Inherent Resolve.

After completion of the Maneuver Captains Career Course, he was assigned to

3rd Battalion (Airborne) 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 108th Brigade, Fort

Bragg NC where he commanded Alpha Battery, 3-4 ADAR.

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His military education includes the Air Defense Officer Basic Course, Combatives

Level I & II, Maneuver Captain Career Course, Airborne School, Ranger School

and Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape.

CPT Sullivan’s awards and decorations include: Meritorious Service Medal (2nd

Oak Leaf Cluster), Army Commendation Medal (2nd Oak Leaf Cluster), Army

Achievement Medal with (2nd Oak Leaf Cluster), National Defense Service

Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (2nd Tour), Global War on

Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon,

Ranger Tab, Parachutist Badge, German Parachutist Badge, Indian Parachutist

Badge, German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency and is a recipient of

the Distinguished Order of Saint Barbara.

Military Science Instructor / First Year Instructor

SFC James Delong

SFC DeLong was born and raised in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He entered the

United States Army on 10 September 2001. Once completing his OSUT training

at Fort Benning, GA he was awarded the MOS 11B.

SFC DeLong’s assignments include: 2nd Battalion 6th Infantry Regiment,

Baumholder, Germany where he served as a Rifleman, M249 Machine Gunner,

Bradley Driver, Grenadier, Team Leader, Unit Armorer, Bradley Gunner, Squad

Leader and a Bradley Commander. 171st Infantry Battalion, Fort Jackson, South

Carolina as an Instructor Writer. In October 2008 he was selected to attend the

Drill Sergeant School and in January 2009 he reported to 3rd Battalion 13th

Infantry Regiment, Fort Jackson, SC where he served as a Drill Sergeant for 18

months before being selected to become a Drill Sergeant Leader. He then

trained Non-Commissioned Officers to become Drill Sergeants.

SFC DeLong’s assignments include: 2nd Battalion 6th Infantry Regiment,

Baumholder, Germany where he served as a Rifleman, M249 Machine Gunner,

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Bradley Driver, Grenadier, Team Leader, Unit Armorer, Bradley Gunner, Squad

Leader and a Bradley Commander. 171st Infantry Battalion, Fort Jackson, South

Carolina as an Instructor Writer. In October 2008 he was selected to attend Drill

Sergeant School and in January 2009 he reported to 3rd Battalion 13th Infantry

Regiment, Fort Jackson, South Carolina where he served as a Drill Sergeant for

18 months before being selected to become a Drill Sergeant Leader. He then

trained Non-Commissioned Officers to become Drill Sergeants.

SFC DeLong’s Military education includes: WLC, ALC, SLC, Combative level’s 1,

2 and 3, Drill Sergeant School, Combat Life Saver Course, Total Army Instructor

Training Course, Unit Movement Officer’s Course, Hazardous Material Course

and Small Group Instructors Training Course.

Recruiting Operations Officer

Mr. Jeff Krigbaum

Mr. Jeff Krigbaum is originally from Redding, California. He enlisted in the Army

as a Heavy Equipment Construction Operator in 1983. His first duty assignment

was with Charlie Company 92nd Engineer Battalion (Black Diamonds) at Fort

Stewart, Georgia, where he served as grader operator, Company Clerk, and

assistant Training and Operations NCO.

Mr. Krigbaum’s other assignments include Hanau, Germany, with the 568th

Engineer Company (CSE) where he served as a Training NCO, and a heavy

equipment operator; 1st Personnel Service Company, Fort Riley, Kansas, where

he was the NCOIC of Personnel Actions; HQ’s U.S. European Command

(EUCOM) J1, Personnel Sergeant; assignments in U.S. Army Recruiting

Command (USAREC) were Sacramento, California, Army Reserve Recruiter,

Helena, Montana, Army Reserve Recruiter, Phoenix, Arizona, Army Reserve

Healthcare Recruiter/Station Commander.

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Mr. Krigbaum’s previous federal civilian employment includes: Human Resources

Assistant with the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Salem, VA, An

Administrative Officer with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Pierre SD, and as

a Human Resources Assistant with the University of South Dakota ROTC, with

the 3rd ROTC Brigade, United States Army Cadet Command.

Human Resource Assistant

Mr. Jeff Dee

Mr. Dee is the Human Resources Assistant with the Maverick Battalion

Mr. Dee began his military career in 1983 by enlisting in the Army Reserves with

the 492ndEngineer Company, Mankato, MN, as a Motor Transport Operator.

Shortly after he became the TAMMS/PLL (Maintenance) Clerk for the 492nd. He

also served as Ammunition Team Chief for G Battery, 11th Field Artillery and

Senior Construction Equipment Repairer, B company, 367thEngineer Battalion,

both in Mankato. In 1998 Mr. Dee attended Warrant Officer Candidate School

and was appointed a Warrant Officer as an Engineer Equipment Maintenance

Technician and deployed to Afghanistan with the 367th Engineer Battalion from

2004 to 2005. In 2007 he transferred to the 88th Regional Readiness Command,

Fort Snelling, MN, as a Military Personnel Technician. He currently is a Chief

Warrant Office 4, Military Personnel Technician, with the 644th Regional Support

Group, Fort Snelling, MN.

In 1991 Mr. Dee started a civilian career as a Department of the Army civilian as

a Unit Administrative Technician with G Battery, 11th Field Artillery in Mankato,

then with B Company, 367th Engineer Battalion. In 1998 he became the Unit

Administrator with B Company. IN 2005 he became a Human Resources

Specialist with the 88th Regional Readiness Command at Fort. Snelling, MN then

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with the reorganized 88th Regional Support Command at Fort McCoy, WI. He

moved to MN State University, Mankato in July 2013.

University Secretary

Jean Andresen

Jean is the go-to person for all of the Cadets administration needs. Jean has

worked at Minnesota State University Mankato with the ROTC department since

1987.

Supply Technician

Kristina Boyce

Kris is the Supply Technician for the Maverick Battalion. A Mankato resident, she

is the expert on all the equipment and supplies that the Battalion uses to

complete training.

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Cadet Leader Responsibilities/Cadet Chain of Command

Cadet Battalion Commander (c/LTC): The Battalion Commander also known as “The

BC” is the highest rank/position a Cadet can achieve in ROTC. This position is usually

held by the #1 Cadet in his/her class in the Fall Semester. This position can only be

held by an MSIV Cadet. The responsibilities of this position include management of the

staff, Provide clear Commanders Intent to subordinates (other MSIV’s and the CO of the

Battalion). The Battalion Commander works exclusively with the PMS to ensure a well-

trained, well-disciplined Battalion.

Executive Officer/Cadet Major (XO): The XO is usually an MSIV Cadet that can work

well with others, but is usually also an enforcer of some sort. The XO is the bridge

between what the BC and his/her staff Officers S3, S4, S1, TATs. The XO is considered

the most important position in the battalion as this Cadet is responsible for all functions

of the Battalion.

Cadet Command Sergeant Major (C/CSM): Principal advisor to the Cadet Battalion

Commander on all matters related to training of Cadets of enlisted rank. Supervises the

Cadet NCOs to ensure they are thoroughly familiarized with the traditions, customs,

courtesies, procedures, equipment, uniforms, and standards of the Army and battalion.

Advises the battalion commander and staff on needs, strengths, weaknesses, desires of

all Cadets, plans, executes and supervises the physical fitness program with the

SMI/PMS/Training Officer. Supervises Cadet First Sergeants to ensure tasks are

accomplished in accordance with the desires of the Cadet Battalion Commander and

guidance of the Senior Military Instructor. Keeps Cadet First Sergeants informed about

activities, decisions, and subordinates. Supervises the Cadet flag detail. Represents

Cadet NCOs at battalion command and staff meetings. Reports to Senior Military

Science (SMI) once a week, briefing him/her on all the above, receiving input and

counseling, and executing required duties.

S3/Cadet Major: The S3 is the battalion’s operations and training Officer. A member of

the battalion’s command staff, an S3 is an MSIV who is very good at multi-tasking and

writing briefs and OPORDS. The S3 is also the battalion training Officer, ensuring the

ongoing military education of the battalion’s personnel.

TATs/Cadet Captain: The Tactical Analysis Team (TATs) is solely responsible for

developing, guiding, and assessing the MSIII, and MSII leadership within the Platoons.

These MSIV’s are usually the best in their class at military tactics, knowledge, teaching

classes and are generally very motivating leaders. Being a TAT is very similar to being

a coach for a sports team.

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S1/Cadet CPT: The S1 held by an MSIV Cadet is responsible for, all matters

concerning human resources including personnel readiness, personnel services and

headquarters management. Provides administrative support for the battalion. Prepares

and maintains unit strength reports, rosters and records. Plans, organizes and

supervises the execution of battalion awards ceremonies, change of command

ceremonies, commissioning ceremonies and social events

S4/Cadet CPT: The S4 is held by an MSIV Cadet who is usually a quiet, efficient and

an organized leader. The S4 Staff Officer is responsible for coordinating the logistics

integration of supply, maintenance, transportation and services for the battalion.

Coordinates for, receives, distributes and controls supplies and equipment for training.

Conducts inventories and maintains a continuous working knowledge of on hand

supplies and equipment within the battalion. Responsible for early coordination with and

serves as a link between Cadets and the cadre supply technician.

PAO/Cadet CPT. (Public Affairs Officer): The PAO is usually a tech savvy MSIV

Cadet. The PAO is responsible for enhancing the relationship between military forces

and civilian authorities to include campus staff and faculty, public information internal

information, community relations, written publications, photographs and related duties

as required. They are also usually in charge of updating the website, and creating the

weekly or Bi-weekly Maverick Battalion News Letter.

CO/Cadet CPT. (Commanding Officer): This is a position that is held by an MSIII

Cadet. The CO is the liaison between the MSIV staff and the platoon leaders. The CO

gathers the companies’ mission through an OPORD then re-creates on OPORD or

WARNO to give to the Platoon leaders who in turn get the mission completed by

creating their own OPORD or WARNO. The CO is the highest ranking MSIII and this

position is rotated every 2-4 weeks between MSIII’s.

PL (Platoon Leaders) Cadet 2nd LT: The Platoon Leader is, the leader of their

respective Platoons. They seek guidance from their CO about Lead Labs, PT, and

missions. After receiving an order, from the CO the PL creates a plan with his PSG

(Platoon Sergeant) after completing the plan the SL’s (Squad leaders) are briefed on

what is expected from their squads. The PL is a position for an MSIII Cadet and is

rotated between MSIII’s every 2-4 weeks.

PSG/Cadet Staff Sergeant (Platoon Sergeant): The PSG is held by an MSIII Cadet

and they are responsible for, the health, welfare, morale, discipline and performance of

the Platoon. They are also responsible for personal and professional counseling;

comply with standard operating procedures, inspections and physical fitness.

SL/Cadet Sergeant (Squad Leader): There are four Squad Leaders per platoon they

are usually MSII’s and knowledgeable and/or High Speed MSI’s. They work with the

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PSG and PL to ensure that their respective squads are performing consistently and up

to standards. The squad leader is responsible for 2 TL (Team Leaders) and up to 6-7

other squad members.

TL/Cadet Corporal

(Team Leader):

Team Leaders are

responsible for up to 4

Cadets, they are

usually MSII’s or

MSI’s. There sole

responsibility

is

communication up and down the Chain of Command with their team members. It is the

Team Leaders job to ensure 100% accountability of their teams for PT, Lead Labs, and

other ROTC events/functions.

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Chapter 3: Standards of Conduct

Cadet Honor Code: "A cadet will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those who do."

LYING: Cadets violate the Honor Code by lying if they deliberately deceive another by

stating an untruth or by any direct form of communication to include the telling of a

partial truth and the vague or ambiguous use of information or language with the intent

to deceive or mislead.

CHEATING: A violation of cheating would occur if a Cadet fraudulently acted out of self-

interest or assisted another to do so with the intent to gain or to give an unfair

advantage. Cheating includes such acts as plagiarism (presenting someone else's

ideas, words, data, or work as one's own without documentation), misrepresentation

(failing to document the assistance of another in the preparation, revision, or

proofreading of an assignment), and using unauthorized notes.

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STEALING: The wrongful taking, obtaining, or withholding by any means from the

possession of the owner or any other person any money, personal property, article, or

service of value of any kind, with intent to permanently deprive or defraud another

person of the use and benefit of the property, or to appropriate it to either their own use

or the use of any person other than the owner.

TOLERATION: Cadets violate the Honor Code by tolerating if they fail to report an

unresolved incident with honor implications to proper authority within a reasonable

length of time. "Proper authority" includes the Commandant, the Assistant

Commandant, the Director of Military Training, the Athletic Director, a tactical officer,

teacher or coach. A "reasonable length of time" is the time it takes to confront the Cadet

candidate suspected of the honor violation and decide whether the incident was a

misunderstanding or a possible violation of the Honor Code. A reasonable length of time

is usually considered not to exceed 24 hours.

To have violated the honor code, a Cadet must have lied, cheated, stolen, or attempted

to do so, or tolerated such action on the part of another Cadet. The procedural element

of the Honor System examines the two elements that must be present for a Cadet to

have committed an honor violation: the act and the intent to commit that act. The latter

does not mean intent to violate the Honor Code, but rather the intent to commit the act

itself.

The Army Values: Many people know what the words Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless

Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage mean. But how often do you see

someone actually live up to them? Soldiers learn these values in detail during Basic

Combat Training (BCT), from then on they live them every day in everything they do —

whether they’re on the job or off. In short, the Seven Core Army Values listed below are

what being a Soldier is all about.

Loyalty: Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit and

other Soldiers. Bearing true faith and allegiance is a matter of believing in and devoting

yourself to something or someone. A loyal Soldier is one who supports the leadership

and stands up for fellow Soldiers. By wearing the uniform of the U.S. Army you are

expressing your loyalty. And by doing your share, you show your loyalty to your unit.

Duty: Fulfill your obligations. Doing your duty means more than carrying out your

assigned tasks. Duty means being able to accomplish tasks as part of a team. The work

of the U.S. Army is a complex combination of missions, tasks and responsibilities — all

in constant motion. Our work entails building one assignment onto another. You fulfill

your obligations as a part of your unit every time you resist the temptation to take

“shortcuts” that might undermine the integrity of the final product.

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Respect: Treat people as they should be treated. In the Soldier’s Code, we pledge to

“treat others with dignity and respect while expecting others to do the same.” Respect is

what allows us to appreciate the best in other people. Respect is trusting that all people

have done their jobs and fulfilled their duty. And self-respect is a vital ingredient with the

Army value of respect, which results from knowing you have put forth your best effort.

The Army is one team and each of us has something to contribute.

Selfless Service: Put the welfare of the nation, the Army and your subordinates before

your own. Selfless service is larger than just one person. In serving your country, you

are doing your duty loyally without thought of recognition or gain. The basic building

block of selfless service is the commitment of each team member to go a little further,

endure a little longer, and look a little closer to see how he or she can add to the effort.

Honor: Live up to Army values. The nation’s highest military award is The Medal of

Honor. This award goes to Soldiers who make honor a matter of daily living — Soldiers

who develop the habit of being honorable, and solidify that habit with every value choice

they make. Honor is a matter of carrying out, acting, and living the values of respect,

duty, loyalty, selfless service, integrity and personal courage in everything you do.

Integrity: Do what’s right, legally and morally. Integrity is a quality you develop by

adhering to moral principles. It requires that you do and say nothing that deceives

others. As your integrity grows, so does the trust others place in you. The more choices

you make based on integrity, the more this highly prized value will affect your

relationships with family and friends, and, finally, the fundamental acceptance of

yourself.

Personal Courage: Face fear, danger or adversity (physical or moral). Personal

courage has long been associated with our Army. With physical courage, it is a matter

of enduring physical duress and at times risking personal safety. Facing moral fear or

adversity may be a long, slow process of continuing forward on the right path, especially

if taking those actions is not popular with others.

Chapter 4: The Military Uniform

Personal Appearance (Uniform Standards)

ARMY PHYSICAL FITNESS UNIFORM (APFU)

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Summer APFU

PT short sleeve T-shirt

PT Shorts

PT Belt

Black or white socks that cover your ankles

Running shoes

Black or subtle-colored watch

Winter APFU

PT short sleeve T-shirt

PT Shorts

PT Long sleeve shirt

PT Pants

PT Jacket

PT Belt

Black or white socks that cover ankles

Yak Tracks (if needed)

Running shoes

Black Watch Cap

Black Glove

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ACU (Army Combat Uniform)

ACU Trousers

ACU Blouse

OCP T-shirt

ACU PC (Patrol Cap)

Army combat boots

Dog Tags

CAC (Common Access Card)

Notebook and pens

ASU (Army Service Uniform) Male*

White long sleeved shirt

ASU Jacket with correct ranks, ribbons, crests

ASU Pants

Black Tie

Black ASU Shoes

Black Beret

ASU (Army Service Uniform) Female*

ASU White Blouse

ASU Skirt

ASU Jacket with correct ranks, ribbons, crests

Black ASU Heels

Black Beret

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LL (Lead Lab) Field Training Uniform Summer

Complete ACU Uniform (See pg. 15)

Water bottle or CamelBak

Assault pack or rucksack (Per Cadet Leadership)

PT Belt

Kevlar Helmet (Per Cadet Leadership)

Cadet Handbook

Eye Pro (Eye Protection)

LL (Lead Lab) Field Training Uniform Winter

Complete ACU Uniform

Long underwear/Waffles

Gloves *must be approved by Cadet Leadership*

Fleece Cap/Hat *must be approved by Cadet Leadership*

Fleece coat

Gortex outer shell

Water bottle or CamelBak

YakTrax (Per Cadet Leadership)

Eye pro (Eye protection)

PT Belt

Chapter 5: Military Customs and Courtesies

History of the Hand salute: The origin of the Hand Salute is uncertain. Some

historians believe it began in late Roman times when assassinations were common. A

citizen who wanted to see a public official had to approach with his right hand raised to

show that he did not hold a weapon. Knights in armor raised visors with the right hand

when meeting a comrade. This practice gradually became a way of showing respect

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and, in early American history, sometimes involved removing the hat. By 1820, the

motion was modified to touching the hat, and since then it has become the Hand Salute

used today.

Rendering the Hand Salute: When on campus and in uniform, cadets will salute all

cadet officers and cadre officers of all services. It is appropriate to accompany the

salute with a word of greeting, for example, “Good morning, sir.”

Below are examples of situations where you would salute:

When walking outdoors in uniform and you approach a cadet officer or cadre

officer.

When outdoors in uniform and when the American Flag is being raised or

lowered.

When in uniform, a cadet reporting to an officer in his office, will make

his presence at the door known, enter when permission is given, come to

attention, salute and state his/her name. Example: “Sir, Cadet Jones reports.”

He/she will remain at the position of attention until given “At ease.” Upon

completion of his business, the cadet will come to attention, salute, do an about

face and leave.

When an officer (to include cadet officer in uniform) approaches a uniformed

group outside, the first cadet to recognize the officer will call “Attention” and all

cadets will salute and remain at attention until given “At ease”, “Rest”, “Carry on”,

another command, or until the officer passes.

If cadets are performing a work detail, only the person in charge will come to

attention and salute. The detail will continue to work.

When in formation and an officer (to include cadet officer in uniform)

approaches, the person in charge calls the formation to attention and salute.

Use of “Sir and Sergeant”: All cadre and cadet officers are addressed as

“SIR”/”MA’AM”. As a general rule, “Sir”/”Ma’am” is used in speaking either officially or

socially to any senior. The word is repeated with each complete statement. “Yes” and

“No” should always be accompanied with “Sir”/”Ma’am”. All NCOs will be addressed as

“Sergeant” with the exception of the First Sergeant and Sergeant Major. They will be

addressed by their title.

Attention: When an officer enters a room occupied by enlisted personnel or cadets, the

room is called to attention. It is not proper, however, for officers to follow this

custom at the approach of a senior officer. The question then is how to get officers

to attention without the command. Generally, this is accomplished by the individual

officers assuming the position of attention when appropriate or one officer announcing

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The presence of the senior and the other officers then assuming the position of

attention. For example, if the classroom were filled only with cadet officers and

the PMS entered the room, one of the cadet officers would announce, “Gentlemen,

the Professor of Military Science.” likewise, when speaking to an officer, soldiers and

cadets will stand at attention until instructed otherwise by the officer.

Parade Rest: Like “Attention”, Parade Rest is a form of respect given to NCOs by those

junior in rank. When a Senior NCO enters an area of junior enlisted soldiers or cadets,

the room is called to “at ease”. All personnel should immediately go to the position

of “stand at ease” until told to “carryon”. Likewise, when speaking to an NCO,

soldiers junior in rank or cadets, will maintain the position of “parade rest” until

instructed to “stand at ease”, “at ease”, or “rest”/relax.

Courtesy to Flag and National Anthem: When the National Anthem or its counterpart

in field music, “To The Colors” is played, when the flag is passing in a parade, when the

flag is raised at reveille and when the flag is lowered at retreat, cadets in uniform should

face the flag (or music if the flag is not visible) and render a hand salute.

Chapter 6: ROTC Summer Schools and Programs

Cadet Basic Camp/Course: The Cadet Summer Training Basic Camp is the premier

leadership program of its kind in the United States. It is an intense four-week

introduction to the Army and leadership training of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.

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The aim of the course is to motivate and qualify Cadets for entry into the Senior ROTC

program.

Basic Camp is designed for college students, typically between their sophomore and

junior years. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates can take part in

ROTC at their college as a third-year student in the four-year program.

Attending Basic Camp at Fort Knox, Kentucky, Cadets gain an experience that runs the

gamut of Army life and the responsibilities of being an Officer. The course instills

confidence and decision-making abilities to become a leader in the Army and in

everyday life.

The four weeks of Basic Camp are mentally grueling and physically taxing, but the

reward of graduation and meeting ROTC standards is the opportunity to enroll in the

world’s greatest leadership program and to receive college tuition assistance.

Graduation from Basic Camp has been the first step in many successful Officers’

careers. Graduates have gone on to lead America’s sons and daughters in fighting to

preserve American democracy and freedoms or in civilian life in the boardrooms and

offices of American business.

Cadet Advanced Camp: The Cadet Summer Training Advanced Camp is held annually

at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The U.S. Army’s largest training exercise; Advanced Camp is

the U.S. Army Cadet Command’s capstone training event.

The purpose of the course is to train U.S. Army ROTC Cadets to Army standards, to

develop their leadership skills, and to evaluate their Officer potential. Most Army Cadets

attend Advanced Camp between their junior and senior undergraduate years after

having contracted to join the Army. Successful completion of Advanced Camp is a

prerequisite to becoming an Army Officer through ROTC.

The 29-day course starts with individual training and leads to collective training, building

from simple to complex tasks. This building-block approach permits integration of

previously-learned skills into follow-on training. This logical, common-sense training

sequence is maintained for each training cycle. Every day at Advanced Camp is a day

of training.

Land Navigation: Land Navigation training must be mastered early in the training cycle

for the Cadets to be fully successful in the tactical training which follows. The Land

Navigation evaluation consists of three events totaling 100 points. The written

examination is worth 20 percent. The day Land Navigation test is worth 50 percent. The

night Land Navigation test is worth 30 percent. Each cadet must earn 70 percent on

each test to pass this event. A passing score in Land Navigation is a criterion for

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success. Prior to Land Navigation, Cadets will learn field craft while living and sleeping

in the woods. They will set up field-expedient shelters using ponchos and whatever else

is available. They’ll learn how to maintain noise, light and litter discipline.

Confidence Training: This includes rappel training, the Slide For Life, Log Walk/Rope

Drop, and confidence and obstacle courses. Confidence Training is designed to

challenge the Cadets’ physical courage, build confidence in personal abilities, and help

them overcome fear. At the rappelling site, each cadet executes one 17-foot rappel and

several 37-foot rappels. Cadets demonstrate confidence in their ability to overcome fear

of heights by executing the Confidence/Obstacle Course, Log Walk/Rope Drop and

Slide For Life.

Field Leader’s Reaction Course: FLRC is designed to develop and evaluate

leadership, and to build teamwork early in the training cycle. Course administration is

accomplished using the established cadet organization and chain of command. Cadet

leadership potential is assessed by committee evaluators. Cadets are provided the

opportunity to get early feedback on their leadership strengths, weaknesses, styles and

techniques.

Chemical, Biological Radiological, Nuclear, Explosive (CBRNE): Training teaches

Cadets how to administer a nerve agent antidote, how to protect themselves from

chemical and biological contamination using their assigned protective mask,

decontaminate themselves and individual equipment using chemical decontaminating

kits and how to react to chemical or biological hazard/attack. In addition, Cadets must

go through the CS gas chamber and the COBALT Challenge Lane.

U.S. Weapons Familiarization: Familiarizes Cadets with the operation and

employment of infantry squad weapons and call for fire grid missions. The Cadets train

in the fundamentals of operation and engaging of targets and emplacement of crew-

served weapons such as the M-249, M203, and M136.

Cultural Awareness: Teaches Cadets a basic understanding of cultural matters and

how cultural awareness will facilitate mission success. Cadets learn how to conduct bi-

lateral discussions with local officials, how to conduct a knock and search mission and

how to defuse volatile situations using an interpreter.

First Aid: Cadets develop confidence in their ability to react properly to battlefield

wounds. Through hands-on training and evaluation, Cadets learn critical first aid skills.

Maneuver Training: In the first block of instruction in maneuver at Advanced Camp,

Cadets learn individual battlefield skills, combat movement techniques and procedures

necessary for subsequent tactical training at the squad level. Maneuver training is a

vehicle to teach and evaluate leadership. It introduces conditions of stress that parallel

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those found in combat. Tactical training introduces new skills, provides performance-

oriented reinforcement opportunities and increases the degree of difficulty and

sophistication of training events. Cadets learn the skills necessary to function in a

Tactical Training Area This building-block approach provides the best opportunity for

Cadets to learn and for cadre to assess leadership potential.

Tactics: This year Squad Situational Training and Patrolling Situational Training

Exercises have been combined under the tactics committee. They take place back-to-

back while Cadets are at the Tactical Training Base. Tactical Training Base: Cadets

operate for five days out of a hard site facility between Maneuver Training and

Patrolling. They learn how to provide security by guarding gates and doing squad-level

reconnaissance around the TTB, how to conduct TTB operations, and how they have to

prepare for Patrolling.

Squad Situational Training Exercise: Squad STX is a four-day, two-phase event. The

first day, the squad training phase, is designed to train squad battle drills and collective

tasks. The last three days, the Squad STX lane phase, are designed to evaluate

leadership using tactical scenarios. Each cadet receives two formal evaluations of

his/her performance as a squad leader during this phase. Squad operations build on

and reinforce all previous instruction. Cadets use knowledge of land navigation, terrain

analysis, weapons systems and all individual training previously presented.

Patrolling Situational Training Exercise: Patrolling STX is a two-day event that

provides Cadets practical experience in leading Soldiers at the section level in a

challenging, realistic and fluid environment. On the first day, Cadets undergo training

and then during the last three days they participate in an exercise where they are

formally evaluated. Developmental feedback is provided to all levels of leadership.

Patrolling STX builds on and reinforces all previous instruction received during the

course. The event ends with a 10K foot march.

Airborne School: Becoming a paratrooper at Airborne School is a unique experience

requiring special dedication and a desire to be challenged mentally and physically. This

three-week course, also known as Basic Airborne Course, teaches Soldiers the

techniques involved in parachuting from airplanes and landing safely. The final test

includes a non-assisted jump. The purpose of the BAC is to qualify the volunteer in the

use of the parachute as a means of combat deployment and to develop leadership, self-

confidence, and an aggressive spirit through mental and physical conditioning.

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Air-Assault School: U.S. Army Air Assault School is a 10-day course designed to

prepare Soldiers for insertion, evacuation, and pathfinder missions that call for the use

of multipurpose transportation and assault helicopters. Air Assault training focuses on

the mastery of rappelling techniques and sling load procedures, skills that involve

intense concentration and a commitment to safety and preparation. Training is broken

into three phases, each lasting three days: Combat Assault Phase, Sling Load Phase,

and Rappel Phase. On graduation day, Cadets will undergo a 12-mile rucksack march.

When they complete the march, they will earn their wings as official Air Assault Soldiers.

Pre-Combat diver Qualification Course (Pre-CDQC): The grueling seven-week

Combat Diver Qualification Course, or CDQC, at the Special Forces Underwater

Operations School in Key West, Fla., is neither for the weak of heart, or the idle of mind.

It is as intense mentally as it is physically, with an attrition rate that truly begins before

each class cycle does. In order to be accepted to the course, candidates are required to

pass as intense physical fitness and swim test at their home units, which must be

documented by their command. So, getting there is only half the battle. For those who

do make it into the course, one out of every three will never finish.

Cultural Understanding and Language Proficiency (CULP): The intent of this

program is to provide Cadets overseas culture and language immersion opportunities

through military-to-military (mil-to-mil) engagements and/or humanitarian service

projects, as well as, visits to historically significant sites and serendipitous culture

immersion opportunities. Itineraries are host country dependent and vary. Mil-to-mil

engagements involve training with junior leaders and/or Cadets of host country military

academies. Humanitarian service projects may involve work to at orphanages or

hospices or other on-going projects. The duration of these internships is approximately

three weeks, including travel time. Several days of academic, administrative, and

logistical preparation prepare teams prior to deployments.

Project Global Officer (Project GO): Project GO is a collaborative initiative that

promotes critical language education, study abroad, and intercultural dialogue

opportunities for Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) students. Project Go programs

focus on the languages and countries of the Middle East, Asia, Central Asia, Africa and

South America.\

Chapter 7: Scholarship and Tuition Assistance:

Eligibility:

U.S. citizen upon acceptance.

Minimum 17 years of age.

Have taken the ACT or SAT no later than November of the year you apply

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Participate in leadership extracurricular and athletic activities.

Meet required medical and fitness standards.

Be under 30 years old on December 31 of the year you expect to graduate and

receive commission

Gain admission to MSU,GAC, or BLC

Be accepted by one of the Army ROTC host college or universities, or a cross

enrollment school.

Pursue a Department of the Army approved academic discipline.

Agree to accept a commission as an active duty Officer

Scholarship Cadets:

Four Year ROTC Scholarships: Awarded to qualified high school seniors, and first

semester freshman.

Three and Two year Army ROTC Scholarships: Awarded to freshmen, sophomore,

and Graduate Students.

Qualifications:

Same citizenship, age, and physical requirements as a four year scholarship.

Have at least three years (for a three-year scholarship) or two years (for a two

year scholarship) remaining for baccalaureate or graduate degree.

Have satisfactory grades in all academic courses and ROTC courses (if already

enrolled in ROTC). Minimum of 2.5, but preferably a 3.0 cumulative GPA.

Monthly Payments (Stipend): Army ROTC scholarships. Four, three and a-half three,

two and a-half, and two-year Army ROTC scholarships are available and awarded on a

competitive basis. These scholarships will pay for full tuition as well as required fees,

and provide $600 per semester for text books, supplies, and equipment. Scholarship

students also receive the $300-500 (based on MS level) per month subsistence

allowance for up to ten months each school year the scholarship is in effect.

APFT Standards: Scholarship students must meet university admission Criteria, pass the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), meet Army height and weight control standards, and pass a DOD medical exam. Academic Discipline: Army ROTC scholarships are awarded for all academic disciplines. Many scholarships are awarded to students seeking but not limited to degrees in engineering, the physical sciences, or nursing. If you are awarded a scholarship, you will be required to obtain an undergraduate degree in the discipline in which the scholarship was awarded.

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Scholarship Probation, Termination and Disenrollment: If a Cadet fails physically,

academically, gets into trouble with the law or is considered a non-officer material by the

PMS. The Cadet can lose a semester of financial assistance to being kicked out of the

Army and ROTC and would have to pay all the money back he/she received over their

ROTC Career.

Army National Guard/U.S. Army Reserves: Any non-scholarship, advanced course

Cadet may participate in the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) by enlisting in

an Army Reserve or National Guard unit. This will entitle him/her to additional pay in

the grade of Sergeant (E-5) or higher and two-weeks ‘pay during the unit’s summer

training. It can be worth as much as $12,500 per year in addition to normal Advanced

Course participation. All Cadets interested in the SMP should see our recruiting Officer

or National Guard representative. The purpose of the program is to provide off-campus

Officer training experience and familiarize Advanced ROTC Cadets with opportunities

for commissioned service in Reserve Component units. Eligibility requirements include:

- Contractual enrollment in the Advanced Course

- No more than 32 years old at time of appointment.

An enlisted member of a reserve component who contracts for a scholarship in the

Advanced ROTC and does not enroll in the SMP must be discharged/transferred from

their Reserve Component. Cadets who hold a Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty

(GRFD) scholarship must participate in the SMP program. Service Obligation. There is

no contract with the Army and no service obligation incurred during the first two years of

the program (Basic Course), unless you receive a scholarship. The service obligation

point begins the first day of class in the fall of the MS II year for three- and four-year

scholarship students; the first day of class in the fall of the MSIII year for two-year

scholarship winners.

Chapter 8: Maverick Battalion Activities

Ranger Challenge: The Ranger Challenge Team is a Maverick Battalion sponsored

extra-curricular group. Its main focus points are leadership development, military skill

training, and physical excellence. The Maverick Battalion's Ranger Challenge Team is

given the opportunity to complete annually in the fall semester 3rd Brigade Ranger

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Challenge Competition which tests mental fortitude and agility, military skills proficiency,

and personal fitness. The Maverick Battalion trains one team of eleven cadets (nine

primary, two alternate) to represent Minnesota State University, Mankato in this

challenging event. A typical week for the Maverick Battalion Ranger Challenge Team

involves physical training Monday-Friday mornings, as well as, military skills training two

afternoons during the week.

KU Ranger buddy Competition: The Maverick Battalion is represented with two-

person teams (up to 5 male, 3 coed, and 2 female teams). Hosted at Kansas University,

our teams compete against two-person teams from 35 colleges and universities in 12

states. They participate in a series of challenges requiring physical skills, individual

movement techniques, first aid tasks, weapons tasks, knowledge of knots, military

reporting formats and more.

Color Guard: Cadets who participate in the Maverick Battalion Color Guard have the

special opportunity to play a central role in many events such as the annual

Homecoming Parade, Veterans Day Ceremonies, the annual MSU ROTC Military Ball

and multiple home NCAA sporting events for football, men’s and women’s basketball,

ice hockey, and others. Cadets train hard every week in order to carry out their missions

in an organized, professional manner in any location at any time. The Color Guard’s role

is highly crucial in all these events and is complimentary to the MSU Marching Band in

honoring America with the “Star Spangled Banner.”

Bataan Memorial Death March: The Bataan Memorial Death March is a challenging

26.2 mile team race through the high desert terrain of White Sands Missile Range,

conducted in honor of the heroic service members who defended the Philippine Islands

during World War II, sacrificing their freedom, health and, in many cases, their very

lives. A team of five is selected to represent the Maverick Battalion at White Sands,

New Mexico.

Army 10 Miler: A group of six Cadets are selected to represent the Maverick Battalion

at the Army Ten Miler race in Washington D.C. in the fall. The Cadets are selected by

time and merit, flown out to Washington D.C. for 3-4 days to tour the city, its history and

attractions. On the final day, the team competes in a scenic ten mile run of Washington

D.C.

Chapter 9: Awards and Decorations:

Cadet Awards:

Superior Cadet Award: Awarded to the #1 Cadet in his/her class.

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Dean’s List Award: Semester GPA 3.5-4.0

Cadets Honors Award: Semester GPA 3.2-3.49

Cadet Scholar Award: Semester GPA 2.9-3.19

Most Improved Grades: Highest Jump in Semester GPA

ROTC Honors: 4.0 in ROTC MSL Class

Platinum Medal Athlete: 300+ on APFT

Gold Medal: 290-299 APFT

Silver Medal: 280-289 APFT

Bronze Medal: 270-279 APFT

Most Improved Award: Biggest Jump on APFT

Advanced Camp Graduate: Graduated Advanced Camp

Basic Camp Graduate: Graduated Basic Camp

Color Guard: Participate in a Color guard Event

ROTC Recruiting Award: Recruit a contracted Cadet

Ranger Challenge Award: Compete in Ranger Challenge

KU Buddy Ranger Award: Compete in KU Buddy Ranger

Awards Sponsored by Organizations, Societies, and Individuals:

American Legion Scholastic Excellence Award: Awarded for outstanding leadership

excellence in scholastics and related student activities.

National Sojourners Award: Awarded for demonstrated leadership excellence in Military

Science.

Sons of the American Revolution award: Awarded for demonstrated bearing and

leadership excellence.

Reserve Officers Award: Awarded in recognition for outstanding moral character and

high aptitude for military service.

American Defense Preparedness Award: Awarded to an MS IV who displays

outstanding leadership qualities in campus activities, is rated in the upper half of class

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academically, receives a B or above in all ROTC courses and was rated top 20% of

ROTC Advanced Camp Company.

Retired Officers Association Award: Awarded in recognition of being academically most

improved cadet in his/her class. Daughters of the American Revolution Award: Awarded

for demonstrated patriotism and excellence in military and academic achievements

Chapter 10: PRT Drills

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Bend and Reach: Purpose: This exercise develops the ability to squat and reach

through the legs. It also serves to prepare the spine and extremities for more vigorous

movements, moving the hips and spine through full flexion

Starting Position: Straddle stance with arms overhead, palms facing inward, fingers

and thumbs extended and joined.

Chapter 10: PRT Drills

Cadence: SLOW

Squat with the heels flat as the spine rounds forward to allow the straight arms to

reach as far as possible between the legs.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count one.

Return to the starting position.

Bend and reach

Rear Lunge: Purpose: This exercise promotes balance, opens up the hip and trunk on

the side of the lunge, and develops leg strength (Figure 8-2).

Starting Position: Straddle stance with hands on hips.

Cadence: SLOW

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Take an exaggerated step backward with the left leg, touching down with the ball

of the foot.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count one with the right leg. Return to the starting position.

Rear lunge

High Jumper: This exercise reinforces correct jumping and landing, stimulates balance

and coordination, and develops explosive strength.

Starting Position: Forward leaning stance, palms facing inward, fingers and thumbs

extended and joined.

Swing arms forward and jump a few inches.

Swing arms backward and jump a few inches.

Swing arms forward and vigorously overhead while jumping forcefully.

Repeat count 2. On the last repetition, return to the starting position.

High jumper

Rower: This exercise improves the ability to move in and out of the supine position to a

seated posture. It coordinates the action of the trunk and extremities while challenging

the abdominal muscles.

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Starting Position: Supine position, arms overhead, feet together and pointing upward.

The chin is tucked and the head is 1-2 inches above the ground. Arms are shoulder-width,

palms facing inward with fingers and thumbs extended and joined.

Cadence: Slow

Sit up while swinging arms forward and bending at the hip and knees. At the end

of the motion, the arms will be parallel to the ground with palms facing inward.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count 1.

Return to the starting position.

Rower Squat Bender: This exercise develops strength, endurance, and flexibility of the lower

back and lower extremities.

Starting Position: Straddle stance with hands on hips.

Cadence: Slow

Squat while leaning slightly forward at the waist with the head up and extend the

arms to the front, with arms parallel to the ground and palms facing inward.

Return to the starting position.

Bend forward and reach toward the ground with both arms extended and palms

inward.

Return to the starting position.

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Squat bender

Windmill: This exercise develops the ability to safely bend and rotate the trunk. It

conditions the muscles of the trunk, legs, and shoulders.

Starting Position: Straddle stance with arms sideward, palms facing down, fingers and

thumbs extended and joined.

Cadence: Slow

Bend the hips and knees while rotating to the left. Reach down and touch the

outside of the left foot with the right hand and look toward the rear. The left arm is

pulled rearward to maintain a straight line with the right arm.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count 1 to the right.

Return to the starting position.

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Windmill

Forward Lunge: This exercise promotes balance and develops leg strength.

Starting Position: Straddle stance with hands on hips.

Cadence: Slow

Take a step forward with the left leg (the left heel should be 3 to 6 inches forward

of the right foot). Lunge forward, lowering the body and allow the left knee to

bend until the thigh is parallel to the ground. Lean slightly forward, keeping the

back straight.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count one with the right leg.

Return to the starting position.

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Forward lunge

Prone Row: This exercise develops strength of the back and shoulders.

Starting Position: Prone position with the arms overhead, palms down, fingers and

thumbs extended and joined, 1 to 2 inches off the ground and toes pointed to the rear.

Cadence: Slow

Raise the head and chest slightly while lifting the arms and pulling them

rearward. Hands make fists as they move toward the shoulders.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count 1.

Return to the starting position.

Prone row

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Bent Leg Body Twist: his exercise strengthens trunk muscles and promotes control of

trunk rotation.

Starting Position: Supine position with the hips and knees bent to 90-degrees, arms

sideward and palms down. The knees and feet are together.

Cadence: Slow

Rotate the legs to the left while keeping the upper back and arms in place.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count 1 to the right.

Return to the starting position.

Bent-leg body twist

Push-up: This exercise strengthens the muscles of the chest, shoulders, arms, and

trunk.

Starting Position: Front leaning rest position.

Cadence: Moderate

Bend the elbows, lowering the body until the upper arms are parallel with the

ground.

Return to the starting position.

Repeat count 1.

Return to the starting position.

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Push-up

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Chapter 11: Maverick Battalion SOPs and Battle Drills

Troop Leading Procedures:

1. Receive the Mission: The leader may receive the mission in a warning order

(WARNO), an operation order (OPORD), or a fragmentary order (FRAGO). He

immediately begins to analyze it using the factors of METT-TC:

2. Issue a warning order: The leader provides initial instructions in a warning order.

The warning order contains enough information to begin preparation as soon as

possible. Platoon SOPs should prescribe who will attend all warning orders and the

actions they must take upon receipt: for example, drawing ammunition, rations and

water, and checking communications equipment.

3. Make a tentative plan: The leader develops an estimate of the situation to use as

the basis for his tentative plan. The estimate is the military decision making

process. It consists of five steps:

1. Detailed mission analysis

2. Situation analysis and course of action development

3. Analysis of each course of action

4. Comparison of each course of action

5. Decision.

4. Start the necessary movement: The platoon may need to begin movement

while the leader is still planning or forward reconnoitering. The platoon sergeant or

a squad leader may bring the platoon forward, usually under the control of the

company executive Officer or first sergeant.

This is where your subordinate leaders prepare men, weapons and equipment for

the coming mission. It is an excellent time for them to eat, conduct maintenance on

weapons/equipment, and gather together anything they are going to need for the

upcoming mission.

5. Recon: If time allows, the leader makes a personal reconnaissance to verify his

terrain analysis, adjust his plan, confirm the usability of routes, and time any critical

movements. When time does not allow, the leader must make a map

reconnaissance. The leader must consider the risk inherent in conducting

reconnaissance forward of friendly lines. Sometimes the leader must rely on others

(for example, scouts) to conduct the reconnaissance if the risk of contact with the

enemy is high.

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6. Complete the plan: The leader completes his plan based on the reconnaissance

and any changes in the situation. He should review his mission, as he received it

from his commander, to ensure that his plan meets the requirements of the mission

and stays within the framework of the commander’s intent.

7. Issue the complete order: To aid subordinates in understanding the concept for

the mission, leaders should issue the order within sight of the objective or on the

defensive terrain. When this is not possible, they should use a terrain model or

sketch.

Leaders must ensure that subordinates understand the mission, the commander’s

intent, the concept of the operation, and their assigned tasks. Leaders may require

subordinates to repeat all of part of the order or demonstrate on the model or

sketch, their understanding of the operation. They should also quiz their soldiers to

ensure that all soldiers understand the mission. Chapter 5 Infantry Platoon Tactical

Standing Operating Procedure provides a list of questions that leaders can ask to

determine if the soldiers understand the mission.

8. Supervise and Refine: The leader supervises the unit’s preparation for combat

by conducting rehearsals and inspections.

5 Paragraph Operation Order:

Task Organization: States how the unit is organized for the operation and gives who is

the main effort. The leader sufficiently weighs the main effort for each mission (for

example, machine guns and anti-armor weapons) to ensure success.

1. Situation: Provides information essential to subordinate leader’s understanding of

the situation.

Enemy Forces:

Weather and light data general forecast for the length of the operation:

temperature (high & low), sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moonset, moon phase, %

illumination, wind speed, wind direction, BMNT, EENT.

Terrain: use the acronym OCOKA to analyze terrain

Identification of enemy forces (composition). (is he armored, mechanized,

motorized, or light? What does that mean to the operation?)

Location(s): Known and suspected (disposition). (give grids or relative locations

such as 2 KMs to the north)

Activity. (is he attacking, retreating, defending, patrolling, etc. ?)

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Strength(squad, platoon, or company strength), morale (hi or low?), equipment

(crew-served weapons, machine guns, anti-tank weapons?) and capabilities

(They are capable of reinforcing with a platoon in 30 minutes)

Probable course(s) of action when contacted (Will they fight, disperse, retreat,

attack?)

Friendly Forces:

Mission and concept of next higher unit (from his paragraph 2) to include higher

leader’s intent (from his paragraph 3)

Location and planned actions of units to the left, right, front, and rear (from higher

leader’s Tasks to Maneuver Units in paragraph 3). State how such actions

influence your unit, particularly adjacent unit patrols. Point out their locations on

the terrain model

Units providing fire support:

List the fire support mean available to your unit: company or battalion mortars,

artillery, CAS (Close Air Support), Naval Gunfire, etc.

Attachments/Detachments:

Attachment: Anyone not normally a part of your unit that is attached for the

mission.

Detachment: Anyone normally part of your unit that is not going on the mission

for some reason.

2. Mission: This is a clear, concise statement of the unit’s task(s) to be accomplished

and the purpose for doing it (who, what, when, where, why, and how). The mission is

always stated twice in full. When you give WHEN it’s best to give an actual clock hard

time (i.e., NLT 1030 hrs. rather than NLT 50 minutes from now)

3. Execution: A stated vision that defines the purpose of an operation and the end

state with respect to the relationship among the force, the enemy, and the terrain. It

affords the subordinates the ability to accomplish the mission in the absence of

additional guidance, orders, or communication.

Concept of the Operation: This paragraph describes, in general terms, how the unit

will accomplish its task(s) from start to finish. It should identify all mission essential

tasks, the decisive points of action, and the main effort. This paragraph should be no

longer those six sentences.

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Tasks to Maneuver Units: Cover special teams in this area. Go over the names of the

people on the team and task and purpose for each team: assault, support, security,

R&S, EPW(Enemy Prisoner of War), Aid and Litter, Demolition, surveillance. Also detail

your instructions to individuals such as primary/alternate pace-man and primary /

alternate compass-man.

Tasks to Combat Support Units: This paragraph is similar to paragraph III.B except

that it describes how combat support units will be employed.

Coordinating Instructions: This paragraph lists the details of coordination and control

applicable to two or more units/sub-units.

4. Service Support: This paragraph supplies the critical logistical information required

to sustain the unit during the operation.

General:

SOPs in effect for sustainment operations.

Current and proposed trains/resupply/cache points.

Casualty and damaged equipment. CCPs (casualty collection points), location of

the medevac PZ (Pickup Zone)

Special instructions for medical personnel. (triage requirements, 9-line medevac

procedures)

Material and Services:

Class I: Subsistence. (Food and water)

Class II: Clothing and individual equipment.

Class V: Ammunition.

Class VIII: Medical.

5. Command & Signal: This paragraph states where command and control elements

are located during the operation.

Command:

Location of the higher unit commander and CP (get this from your higher leader’s

paragraph 5)

Location of key personnel and type CP during all phases of the operation.

During movement, at the ORP, and on the objective.

Succession of Command. (give this down to the last person in a squad

element by name)

Adjustments to the unit SOP.

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Signal:

SOI index in effect (frequencies, call signs).

Method of communication by priority (usually FM and then runner)

Pyrotechnics and signals, to include arm and hand signals (go over all

important signals like lift/shift fire, assault onto the OBJ, withdraw from OBJ, etc.)

Code words (like red, white, and blue in the example in paragraph 3)

Challenge and password (behind friendly lines)

Number combination (forward of friendly lines)

Running password.

Recognition signals (near/far, day/night).

Special instructions for RTOs. (you are in charge of all commo. Monitor the

radio continuously, remind me about reports that are due to higher, you are the

en-route recorder and the recorder / timekeeper on the objective)

Warning Order (WARNO):

A warning order is a preliminary notice of an order or action that is to follow.

1. Precede the order with the words "WARNING ORDER." 2. Use standard terminology. 3. Issue the WARNO in the five-paragraph field order format. a. Situation Paragraph. (1) Enemy forces: Provide available information on disposition, composition, strength, capabilities, and most probable course of action. (2) Friendly forces: Give available information concerning the missions of next higher and adjacent units. (3) Attachments and detachments: Give information concerning any units that have been attached or detached. b. Mission Paragraph. The mission paragraph contains a clear, concise statement of the task to be accomplished and the purpose for doing it. c. Execution Paragraph. Provide information about the operation, if available. d. Service Support Paragraph. Provide all known instructions and arrangements supporting the operation. e. Command and Signal Paragraph. Designate the succession of command if it differs from unit SOP.

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9-Line Medevac:

Line 1: Location of the pick-up site.

Line 2: Radio frequency, call sign, and suffix.

Line 3: Number of patients by precedence:

A - Urgent

B - Urgent Surgical

C - Priority

D - Routine

E - Convenience

Line 4: Special equipment required:

A - None

B - Hoist

C - Extraction equipment

D - Ventilator

Line 5: Number of patients:

A - Litter

B - Ambulatory

Line 6: Security at pick-up site:

N - No enemy troops in area

P - Possible enemy troops in area (approach with caution)

E - Enemy troops in area (approach with caution)

X - Enemy troops in area (armed escort required)

Line 7: Method of marking pick-up site:

A - Panels

B - Pyrotechnic signal

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C - Smoke signal

D - None

E - Other

Line 8: Patient nationality and status:

A - US Military

B - US Civilian

C - Non-US Military

D - Non-US Civilian

E - EPW

Line 9: NBC Contamination:

N - Nuclear

B - Biological

C – Chemical

Land Navigation:

Five Major Terrain Features:

1. Hill

2. Valley

3. Ridge

4. Saddle

5. Depression

Three Minor Terrain Features:

1. Draw

2. Spur

3. Cliff

Two Supplementary Terrain Features:

1. Cut

2. Fill

Basic colors of a map:

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1. Black - Indicates cultural (man-made) features such as buildings and roads,

surveyed spot elevations, and all labels.

2. Red-Brown - The colors red and brown are combined to identify cultural

features, all relief features, non-surveyed spot elevations, and elevation, such as

contour lines on red-light readable maps.

3. Blue - Identifies hydrography or water features such as lakes, swamps, rivers,

and drainage.

4. Green - Identifies vegetation with military significance, such as woods, orchards,

and vineyards.

5. Brown - Identifies all relief features and elevation, such as contours on older

edition maps, and cultivated land on red-light readable maps.

6. Red - Classifies cultural features, such as populated areas, main roads, and

boundaries, on older maps.

Where is the Legend of the map found? Lower left margin.

Contour Lines: Imaginary lines on the ground connecting equal elevation, they

represent high and low ground elevation.

3 Types of contour lines:

1. Index

2. Intermediate

3. Supplementary

3 North’s on a military map:

1. True North

2. Magnetic

3. Grid

Azimuth: A horizontal angle, measured in a clockwise manner from a north base line,

expressing direction.

Distance between grid lines on a military map: 1 kilometer (1000 meters)

How to hold a lensatic compass: Away from metal (weapons, electrical devices), level

and firm.

2 ways to hold a compass:

1. Compass to cheek

2. Center hold method

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In military symbols, colors that are used for a map overlay and what they

represent:

1. Blue- Friendly forces

2. Red-Enemy forces

3. Black- boundaries

4. Yellow-contaminated area both friendly and enemy

5. Green- engineer obstacles, both friendly and enemy

Back Azimuth: The opposite direction of an azimuth.

How do you figure out a back azimuth? To obtain a back azimuth from an azimuth,

add 180 degrees if the azimuth is 180 degrees or less; subtract 180 degrees if the

azimuth is 180 degrees or more.

General rule for reading military grid coordinates: Right and Up.

Small Scale Map: Those maps with scales of 1:1,000,000 and smaller are used for

general planning and for strategic studies. The standard small-scale map is

1:1,000,000. This map covers a very large land area at the expense of detail.

Medium Scale Map: Those maps with scales larger than 1:1,000,000 but smaller than

1:75,000 are used for operational planning. They contain a moderate amount of detail,

but terrain analysis is best done with the large-scale maps described below. The

standard medium-scale map is 1:250,000. Medium scale maps of 1:100,000 are also

frequently encountered.

Large Scale Maps: Those maps with scales of 1:75,000 and larger are used for

tactical, administrative, and logistical planning. These are the maps that you as a soldier

or junior leader are most likely to encounter. The standard large-scale map is 1:50,000;

however, many areas have been mapped at a scale of 1:25,000.

What does the term intersection mean: Finding the location of an unknown point by

sighting two or more known points.

3 elements for a land navigation process known as Dead Reckoning:

1. Known starting point

2. Known distance

3. Known azimuth

How close will an eight-digit grid get you to your point: 10 meters

How close will a six-digit grid get you to your point: 100 meters

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Squad Formations:

Most common Squad formations used:

Squad File: This formation is used if terrain is extremely difficult to navigate through. This

is also a common formation used during night opts in heavily dense terrain. The majority

of the firepower is on the sides (East West) of the squad. Can be easily outgunned from

the front or rear. (North south).

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Squad Line: This formation is used when the SL wants all firepower at the front of a

formation. This formation is not used often. This formation can be easily overrun from

the flanks. This is the formation used when a PL or SL calls out “Get on Line)

Squad Wedge: This formation is used the majority of the time as it has 360* of

firepower. It is also a great formation to use for command and control of the formation.

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Squad Colum fire-team wedge: It provides good dispersion laterally and in depth

without sacrificing control while facilitating good maneuverability. This formation is also

commonly used.

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React to Contact:

Conditions: The platoon/squad is halting or moving. The enemy initiates fires on the

platoon/squad with an individual or crew-served weapon.

Standards:

The unit returns fire immediately.

The unit locates and engages the enemy with well-aimed fire, and causes at

least one enemy casualty.

The leader can point out at least one half of the enemy positions and identify the

types of weapons (such as small arms, light machine gun).

1. Soldiers immediately take cover

2. Soldiers SEE the enemy positions and enemy weapons muzzle flashes and

return well-aimed fires at the target within three seconds.

3. Squad leader locates known or suspected enemy positions and marks left and

right limits with the hand-held laser pointer, and passes information to the

squad/platoon leader.

4. The Squad Leader comes up and talks to the TL’s about the situation then

makes a decision based off the intel he/she has.

5. If the SL decides to retaliate the squad will conduct Battle Drill 1A (BD1A)

6. If the SL decides the squad is outgunned or outnumbered he will order the squad

to break contact.

*These steps are the same for a platoon, squad, company, team.

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Battle Drill 1 Alpha (BD1A)

1. Follow steps from React to contact. Pg. 31

2. If the SL or PL decides to attack the enemy he/she will probably conduct

BD1A.

3. The SL decides to attack/flank the enemy from the left or the right based on

terrain, time, weak points in the enemy etc.

4. The SL will tell the TL’s that Alpha team will stay on line and continue to

suppress the enemy.

5. The SL will tell Bravo team that they will be flanking the enemy from the left

and will move a certain amount of distance 100m away from the enemy on

the left side.

6. Once Bravo team is set the SL will initiate the attack either by a time hack,

whistle, or through the radios. When the SL initiates the attack Bravo team

will bound towards the enemy while Alpha team is suppressing the enemy.

7. Once Bravo team is close enough to the target they will assault through the

objective and call a shift fire to Alpha team.

8. Alpha team will adjust fire towards the right of the target.

9. Alpha team will cease fire when the SL yells our or anyone does.

10. Once Alpha team ceases fire Bravo team will sweep the objective, kick

weapons away and form a line at the end of the objective.

11. Alpha team will then cross the objective to make it look like this ‘’’’l (alpha

being the dashes on top Bravo being the line going vertical).

12. After that EPW teams will collect intelligence and check the enemy for booby

traps and life.

13. Aid and litter teams will conduct aid to casualties.

14. The SL or PL highest ranking personal will call up to higher and request

MEDVAC or report what happened.

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Patrol Bases:

Patrol Base: A patrol base is a security perimeter that is set up when a squad or

platoon conducting a patrol halts for an extended period. Patrol bases should not be

occupied for more than a 24 hour period (except in emergency). A patrol never uses

the same patrol base twice. Patrol bases are typically used:

To avoid detection by eliminating movement.

To hide a unit during a long detailed reconnaissance.

To perform maintenance on weapons, equipment, eat and rest.

To plan and issue orders.

To reorganize after infiltrating on an enemy area.

*See illustrations to set up a PB (Patrol Base) and priorities of work*

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Chapter 12: Common Military Acronyms and Abbreviations

AAR-After Action Review

ACU – Army Combat Uniform

AD – Active Duty

ALCON- All Concerned

AO- Area of Operations

APFT – Army Physical Fitness Test

APFU- Army Physical Fitness Uniform

ASU- Army Service Uniform

APMS- Assistant Professor of Military Sciecne

ASVAB – Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery

AWOL – Absent Without Leave

BAH – Basic Allowance for Housing

BDE- Brigade

BN- Battalion

BRM- Basic Rifle Marksmanship

CAC- Common Access Card

CASEVAC- Casualty Evacuation

CCIR- Commanders Critical Information Requirement

CCP- Casualty Collection Point

CO – Commanding Officer

CONOP- Concept of Operation

CSM- Command Sergeant Major

DEERS – Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System

DFAC- Dining Facility

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DIV- Division

DOD – Department of Defense

DS – Drill Sergeant

HQ- Headquarters

EO- Equal Opportunity

EPW- Enemy Prisoner of War

ETA- Estimated Time of Arrival

FM- Frequency Modulation (Radio Frequency)

FRAGO- Fragmentary Order

FTX- Field Training Exercise

JAG – Judge Advocate General (Military Lawyers)

IAW- In Accordance With

LBV- Load Bearing Equipment

LOA- Limit of Advance

LTX- Leadership Training Exercise

LZ- Land Zone

MEPS – Military Entrance Processing Center

MP – Military Police

MRE- Meal Ready to Eat

MWR – Morale, Welfare, and Recreation.

NBC- Nuclear Biological Chemical

NCO – Non Commissioned Officer

NCIOC – Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge

NG – National Guard

OER- Officer Evaluation Report

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OIC – Officer in Charge

OCS – Officer Candidate School

OER – Officer Evaluation Report

OPORD- Operations Order

OPSEC- Operational Security

PAO- Public Affairs Officers

PC-Patrol Cap

PLT- Platoon

PMS- Professor of Military Science

POC- Point of Contact

POV – Personally Owned Vehicle (Your car, truck, van, bus, etc)

PRT – Physical Readiness Training

ROE- Rules of Engagement

RTO- Radio Telephone Officer

SGM- Sergeant Major

SITREP- Situation Report

SMI- Senior Military Instructor

SQD- Squad

SOP- Standard Operating Procedure

TBD- To Be Determined

UAV- Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

WARNO- Warning Order

WILCO- Will Comply

WO – Warrant Officer

1SG- First Sergeant