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29 Cards in this Set
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The Sailor’s Creed |
I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with honor, courage and commitment. I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all. |
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Birthday of the US Navy |
13 October 1775 |
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First Commander in Chief of the US Navy |
Commodore Esek Hopkins |
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Birthday of the US Marine Corps |
10 November 1775 |
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First Commandant of the US Marine Corps |
Major Samuel Nicholas |
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The Six Original Frigates |
Authorized by Congress in 1794 to protect US shipping in the Atlantic Ocean from France, and in the Mediterranean Sea from the Barbary States. Named by President George Washington: USS United States USS President USS Congress USS Constitution USS Constellation USS Chesapeake |
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Original Ratings in the US Navy |
Boatswain’s mate Gunner’s mate Quartermaster Master-at-arms |
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Birthday of the rate of Chief Petty Officer |
01 April 1893 |
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First Chief of Naval Operations |
Admiral William Benson |
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First Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy |
MCPON Delbert Black |
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The First Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps |
SgtMaj Wilbur Bestwick |
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CNO’s Core Attributes |
Integrity Accountability Initiative Toughness |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (1) |
Judgement: The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound decisions. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (2) |
Justice: Giving reward and punishment according to merits of the case in question; the ability to administer a system of rewards and punishments impartially and consistently. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (3) |
Decisiveness: Ability to make decisions promptly and to announce them in clear, forceful manner. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (4) |
Initiative: Taking action in the absence of orders. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (5) |
Dependability: The certainly of proper performance of duty. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (6) |
Tact: The ability to deal with other without creating offense. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (7) |
Integrity: Uprightness of character and soundness of moral principles; includes the qualities of truthfulness and honesty. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (8) |
Endurance: The mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress and hardship. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (9) |
Bearing: Creating a favorable impression in carriage, appearance and personal conduct at all times. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (10) |
Unselfishness: Avoidance of providing for one’s own comfort and personal advancement at the expense of others. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (11) |
Courage: The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables a person to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (12) |
Knowledge: Understanding of a science or an art. The range of one’s information, including professional knowledge and an understanding of your Sailors. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (13) |
Loyalty: The quality of faithfulness to country, the Navy, the unit, to one’s seniors, subordinates and peers. |
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Fourteen Leadership Traits (14) |
Enthusiasm: The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty. |
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Officer-Like Qualities (OLQ) |
Honesty Integrity Work Ethic Initiative Military Bearing Character Dependability Teamwork Leadership Toughness Accountability |
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Ratings |
Back (Definition) |
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Examples of Ratings: |
AB - Aviation Boatswain’s Mate AC - Air Traffic Controller AD - Aviation Machinist’s Mate AE - Aviation Electrician’s Mate |
