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35 Cards in this Set
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What was the primary duty of the sergeants serving in king Gustavus I army?
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To maintain discipline among the troops
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At what point in American Military history did the NCO achieve command level status?
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After the revolutionary war , when the regular army was created.
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What were the roles of the NCO prior to WWI?
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• NCOs served as an interface between enlisted corps and the officers. NCOs were experienced in all aspects of the unit’s mission and knew all the men under their supervision thoroughly.
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What impact did the rapid expansion of the military services during the WWII have on the status of the NCO?
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As competency and experience levels declined, so did the associated responsibilities. The entire NCO corps experienced a general erosion of its long standing prestige and authority.
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What event was the first attempt to restore dignity and prestige to the NCO corps following WWII?
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The Air Force restricted its noncommissioned officer status to the top three grades. It also revised the nomenclature for its lowest grades.
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Why were the pay grades of E-8 and E-9 created?
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To provide for a better delineation of responsibilities in the enlisted structure. It also provided the necessary monetary recognition for the jobs being performed by those who held the grades.
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What was the significance of the Chevron in the late 1700s?
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French soldiers started wearing cloth chevrons with the points up on their coat sleeves in 1777 as a length of service and good conduct badges. 1782 George Washington ordered that troops that had served for 3 years with bravery, fidelity, and good conduct wear as a badge of honor.
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Why was the design of the Air Force enlisted grade insignia changed in 1975 and 1994?
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In 1975 the silver gray star on the insignia was replaced with a blue star for airmen. In 1994 since the grade of E-4 sergeant had been removed from the enlisted grade structure all airman E-2 –E-4 returned to a white star in the blue circle. The MSGT insignia changed moving a stripe from the bottom to the top to designate the “top 3”
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What are the responsibilities of the CMSAF?
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The CMSAF is a representative of the airman force when and whre this is appropriate and whill serve as a sounding board for ideas and proposals affecting airman matters. He or she will advise and assist the Chief of Staff and Secretary of the AF in matters concerning enlisted members of the AF.
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Why was the position of the Command Chief Master Sergeant created?
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The CCM duties include ensuring that enlisted members know the commander’s policies, advising the commander on problems concering the moral of the enlisted force and evaluation the quality of the NCO leadership management and supervisory training. CCM also monitors compliance with air force standards, maintains close relationship with the local community.
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Corporal Vernon L. Burge
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first enlisted pilot (US signal corps) he also served on the army first and only dirigible. (airship)
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Corporal Frank S. Scott
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first enlisted man to lose his life in an air accident. Scott AFB is the only AFB named after an enlisted person
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Private Frederick Libby
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first enlisted ACE. Libby shot down ten planes as an observer, fourteen more as a pilot for a total of 24.
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Corporal Eugene Bullard
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first black pilot and fighter pilot.
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Esther M. Blake
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first woman in the Air Force
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A1C John Levitow
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first USAF enlisted member to win the Congressional medal of honor, lowest ranking airman ever to win the award. C130 flare.
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CMSgt Grace Peterson
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fourth CMSAF first black man approved to the post. Twice appointed for one year extension.
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Define tradition
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the handing down of information beliefs customs by word of mouth. they are inherited established, or customary patterns of behavior
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Describe how military traditions enhance professionalism and discipline
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in today's AF tradition plays an important role in building esprit de corps, the common spirit.
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Describe the professional Airman.
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professional airman is not only experienced and proficient in his or her air force speciality, but also knows, understands, and adheres to the traditions of hte profession of arms.
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Why is tradition important in today’s Air Force?
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Tradition helps build esprit de corps and discipline.
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What is the difference between customs and courtesies?
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Customs are a result of the need for order and discipline and have been established by frequent usage over a long time. Courtesies are marks of respect, etiquette, or courteous behavior shown to persons or symbols.
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What is the significance of Salutes?
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The salute is a greeting and symbol of mutual respect among comrades in the honorable profession of arms.
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Why is it important to use the proper terms of address?
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Because it is not only a custom of the service, but also a courteous way to address people.
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What is the relationship between privilege of rank RHIP and responsibility?
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Individuals of higher ranks not only have greater responsibility, but they also have the authority to carry out that responsibility. Privileges are often a form of partial compensation for the additional responsibility of rank. Just as you should not abuse the authority with additional rank you should not abuse the privileges of that rank.
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Explain the benefits of practicing customs and courtesies.
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The primary benefit of customs and courtesies is self discipline and pride. Customs and courtesies are found throughout the branches of the armed forces. And they give a common bond of being members of profession of arms.
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Explain how drill enhances teamwork.
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Drill reinforces the importance of the need for cooperation and precision on a day to day basis. It’s impossible for one member to run the whole show.
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Why should we continue to practice drill and ceremonies?
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Learning how to march in formation, follow orders prompty and accurately, and depend on others results, working together as a whole.
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What is the difference between dining in and dining out?
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Dining in is the same ceremony as a dining out with the exception that the dining out allows non military guests to be invited.
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What role do ceremonies play in the Armed Forces?
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Ceremonies are special, formal, group activities conducted by the armed forces to honor distinguished persons or to observe national holidays. Ceremonies also demonstrate the proficiency and state of training of the troops and are an extension of drill activities.
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Explain the benefits of practicing customs and courtesies.
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The primary benefit of customs and courtesies is self discipline and pride. Customs and courtesies are found throughout the branches of the armed forces. And they give a common bond of being members of profession of arms.
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Explain how drill enhances teamwork
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Drill reinforces the importance of the need for cooperation and precision on a day to day basis. It’s impossible for one member to run the whole show.
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Why should we continue to practice drill and ceremonies?
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Learning how to march in formation, follow orders prompty and accurately, and depend on others results, working together as a whole.
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What is the difference between dining in and dining out?
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Dining in is the same ceremony as a dining out with the exception that the dining out allows non military guests to be invited.
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What role do ceremonies play in the Armed Forces?
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Ceremonies are special, formal, group activities conducted by the armed forces to honor distinguished persons or to observe national holidays. Ceremonies also demonstrate the proficiency and state of training of the troops and are an extension of drill activities.
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