DOCSLIB.ORG

August 19, 2011 Former Recruit Returns to See Platoon, Page 3

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
August 19, 2011 Former Recruit Returns to See Platoon, Page 3 volume 63 number 33 August 19, 2011 Former recruit returns to see platoon, Page 3 www.thebootonline.com www.marines.com Living Marine to be presented Medal of Honor than 15 wounded Afghan soldiers, and recover Cpl. Reece Lodder the bodies of four fallen fighters — 1st Lt. Mi- Marine Corps Base Hawaii chael Johnson, Gunnery Sgts. Aaron Kenefick and Edwin Johnson Jr., and Navy Petty Officer MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII - Re- 3rd Class James Layton. moved from an ambushed platoon of Ma- ETT advisor Army Sgt. 1st Class Kenneth rines and soldiers in a remote Afghan village Westbrook died at Walter Reed Army Medi- on Sept. 8, 2009, his reality viciously shaken cal Center, Washington Oct. 7, 2009, from by an onslaught of enemy fighters, Cpl. Da- wounds sustained in the firefight. kota Meyer simply reacted as he knew best Meyer charged through the battle zone five — tackling what he called “extraordinary times to recover the dead Marines and injured circumstances” by “doing the right thing – Afghan soldiers, risking his life even when a whatever it takes.” medical evacuation helicopter wouldn’t land Nearly two years later, the White House an- because of the blazing gunfire. nounced Aug. 12, the 23-year-old Marine scout “There’s not a day — not a second that goes sniper from Columbia, Ky., who has since left by where I don’t think about what happened the Corps, will become one of the few Marines that day,” Meyer said. “I didn’t just lose four to live through the heroic actions that earned Marines that day; I lost four brothers.” him the Medal of Honor. Author Bing West, a retired Marine infan- The last was Sgt. Maj. Allan Kellogg Jr. re- try officer and combat veteran of Vietnam, ceived the medal in 1973 for gallantry in Viet- detailed Meyer’s actions in the battle in “The nam three years earlier. Although, two other Wrong War,” and praised Meyer for taking living Marines were presented the nation’s command of the battle as a corporal — the highest award for valor in 1998 and 1980 for most junior advisor in this firefight. actions in World War II. West said Meyer should have been killed, but Meyer is the second Marine to receive the he dominated the battlefield by fearlessly ex- medal for actions in Iraq or Afghanistan. Cpl. posing himself to danger and pumping rifle and Jason Dunham was awarded the medal posthu- machine gun rounds into the enemy fighters. mously for covering a grenade with his body “When you leave the perimeter, you don’t to save two Marines in Iraq in 2004. President know what’s going to happen, regardless of Barack Obama will present the award to Mey- what war you’re fighting in,” said Kellogg, er at the White House Sept. 15. who lives in Kailua, Hawaii. “Once you get “The award honors the men who gave to a point where you make the decision — their lives that day, and the men who were ‘I’m probably going to die, so let the party in that fight,” Meyer said. “I didn’t do any- begin’ — once you say in your mind you thing more than any other Marine would. I aren’t getting out of there, you fight harder was put in an extraordinary circumstance, and harder.” and I just did my job.” Beginning his career with the same regiment Though bleeding from shrapnel wounds in his from which Kellogg retired in 1990, Meyer right arm, Meyer, aided by fellow Marines and deployed with 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regi- Photo special to The Boot Army advisors from Embedded Training Team ment, to Fallujah, Iraq, in 2007, and earned a Sgt. Dakota Meyer will be receiving the Medal of Honor, the 2-8, braved a vicious hail of enemy machine-gun nation’s highest award for valor, from President Barack Obama in and rocket-propelled grenade fire in the village SEE MEDAL P ag E 2 Washington Sept. 15, making him the first living Marine recipient of Ganjgal to help rescue and evacuate more since the Vietnam War. Service limitations to change for sergeants Lance Cpl. Erin M. Ross Staff Writer According to the newly released Ma- rine Administrative Message 433/11, new service limitations have been placed on sergeants, cutting their maximum service time to 10 years. The change will reshape the force on the enlisted side and make the career Ma- rines more competitive, said Master Sgt. Carlos Zuniga, depot career planner. The Enlisted Career Force Control Program, started in 1985 to manage the amount of Marines looking at a ca- reer in the service, actively shapes the Photo special to The Boot enlisted side of the Marine Corps by Marine Corps Message 429/11 restates that basic allowance for housing grade and occupational specialty. requests, unless otherwise stated in the order, will be denied for sergeants and Previously, sergeants had a service below if there is adequate space in the barracks. limit of 13 years before they were forced to separate from the Corps. These limitations were put into place to enforce more restrictive limits on Corps freezes BAH for sergeants passed for promotion in order to retain more competitive Ma- rines, according to the message. sergeants and below Lance Cpl. Erin M. Ross Now, if a sergeant has not been se- The service limitations for sergeants lected for staff sergeant after the sec- have changed after the release of ond promotion board or 10 years, Ma- Lance Cpl. Erin M. Ross It is the commandant’s Bachelor Marine Administrative Message 433/11. rines will be processed for separation. Staff Writer Enlisted Quarters initiative to cor- Sergeants can now only serve up to 10 The annual staff sergeant promotion rect the situation by ensuring each years or until they have been passed up Basic allowance for housing re- base provides adequate living as- for promotion twice. SEE SERGEANTS P ag E 6 quests for single sergeants and be- signments for all enlisted Marines low have been frozen with the release sergeant and below, according to the of Marine Administrative Message message. This week in Parris Island history 429/11. Friedman said between 2006 and Previously, limited space in the bar- 2014, the Marine Corps alloted $2.8 bil- Aug. 22, 1952, an article in The Boot announced the deactivation of the 5th racks was a problem across the Ma- lion to build new barracks in order to and 6th Recruit Training Battalions. The battalions had been activated in the rine Corps and resulted in the need for improve the quality of life for Marines. fall of 1950, about the time the Korean conflict began. During the summer some Marines to find residency else- This expansion will have created of 1951, both battalions became special training battalions and transformed where, said Lt. Col. Robert Friedman, 25,000 new barracks across the Marine civilians into second lieutenants through the Platoon Leaders Course. After with the Headquarters Marine Corps Corps, to include the new barracks on one cycle of training officer cadets, both battalions reverted back to training enlisted recruits. installations and logistics department. This increased the number of unmar- SEE BAH P ag E 4 ried Marines living off base with BAH. INSIDE THIS ISSUE Around Town: Sigler’s Rotisserie, Showtime takes on Lowcountry Page 2 Medical, Sports Page 1 Patriots Point Museum Lowcountry, Page 3 The Parris Island Boot Friday, August 19, 2011 2 More of the story MEDAL CO nt I N UE D F R O M Pag E 1 meritorious promotion to corporal in late 2008 after returning from the deployment. Before leaving for Iraq, Meyer completed the Marine Corps’ 10-week Scout Sniper Basic Course, and com- mitted himself to preparing himself and his snipers for combat. They attended lifesaving classes taught by Navy corpsmen and honed their skills with myriad weapons systems, such as light machine guns. Meyer also spent time in his battalion’s communications sec- tion learning how to call for mortar and artillery fire. “I devoted my whole life to making the best snipers in the Marine Corps,” Meyer said. “They’re a direct reflection of your leadership. If you fail them in train- ing, it could get them killed on the battlefield.” In February 2009, Meyer volunteered to deploy to Afghanistan’s dangerous Kunar province and mentor Afghan soldiers as part of an embedded training team, the type of role usually filled by U.S. Special Forces. “A Marine who seeks the challenge of joining his unit’s scout sniper platoon has to have a lot of drive and determination,” said Col. Nathan Nastase, com- manding officer of 3rd Marine Regiment and for- merly Meyer’s battalion commander at 3/3. “Being assigned to the ETT was a huge vote of confidence in his abilities.” Meyer deployed to Afghanistan on the ETT in July 2009. “Our mission was to help prepare the Afghans to take over their own country and provide security for themselves,” Meyer said. “ETTs make a huge impact Photos special to The Boot on the outcome of the war.” Sgt. Dakota Meyer with Combat Roadie, his pet monkey, in Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring In Kunar province, Meyer and another ETT ad- Freedom. Meyer will be receiving the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for valor, from President visor would lead squads of 15 Afghan soldiers on Barack Obama in Washington Sept. 15, making him the first living Marine to earn it for actions since the patrols. Since he could speak Pashto, the local lan- Vietnam War.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Remarks at the Dedication Ceremony for the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico, Virginia November 10, 2006
    Administration of George W. Bush, 2006 / Nov. 10 My attitude about this is that there is [At this point, Sen. Reid made brief re- a great opportunity for us to show the marks.] country that Republicans and Democrats The President. Thank you, sir. Dick, do are equally as patriotic and equally con- you want to say something? cerned about the future and that we can [Sen. Durbin made brief remarks.] work together. Senator Reid and I are both from the West. I’m from west Texas; he’s The President. I was hoping you would from Nevada. And we tend to speak the notice that. Thank you all. same language, pretty plain-spoken people, which should bode well for our relation- NOTE: The President spoke at 12:18 p.m. in ship. the Oval Office at the White House. The So I appreciate you all coming. I’m really transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Sens. looking forward to working with you. Reid and Durbin. Remarks at the Dedication Ceremony for the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico, Virginia November 10, 2006 The President. Thank you all. Thank you problem. In this museum, you will experi- for the warm welcome. General Hagee, ence life from a marine’s perspective. In thank you for your service to our country— this museum, you’ll feel what it’s like to Secretaries of the Army and Navy and Air go through boot camp—no, thanks—[laugh- Force. I’m proud to be here with the ter]—make an amphibious landing under Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen- fire, or deploy from a helicopter in Viet- eral Pete Pace, the first United States ma- nam.
    [Show full text]
  • 2010 President's Report
    SOCIETY OF SPONSORS OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY PRESIDENT’S REPORT MAY 2009 - MAY 2010 KEEL AUTHENTICATION CEREMONY AMERICA (LHA 6) JULY 17, 2009 NORTHROP GRUMMAN SHIPBUILDING PASCAGOULA, MISSISSIPPI AMERICA (LHA 6) is the Navy's newest class of large deck amphibious assault ships. Lynne Pace, wife of General Peter Pace, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is the proud sponsor. It was a cloudy, rainy, and very humid day in Pascagoula but the weather did not dampen the spirits of those in attendance. The organizers were very well prepared with red, white and blue umbrellas. There was a lot of excitement in the shipyard. Lynne's words were heartfelt. She addressed the shipyard workers and told them she was honored to be the sponsor of AMERICA. She said the word America is enormous. It means many things to many people. Freedom, pride and diversity are just some examples. She encouraged the shipyard workers, a very diverse group truly representative of America, to do their very best. She was given a plaque made of heavy stainless steel in the shape of the United States of America. NAVAL HISTORICAL FOUNDATION ANNUAL MEETING CEREMONY AND LUNCHEON HONORING ADMIRAL JAMES L. HOLLOWAY III, U.S. NAVY (RETIRED) JUNE 24, 2009 On June 24, 2009, I attended the Naval Historical Foundation Annual Meeting and Ceremony/Luncheon honoring Admiral James L. Holloway III. It was a very nice tribute to Admiral Holloway. Former Senator of the Commonwealth of Virginia, John Warner, whose wife, Jeanne, is a named sponsor, attended and spoke. Admiral Bruce DeMars, USN (Ret.) is the new Chairman of the Naval Historical Foundation.
    [Show full text]
  • Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives Transmitting a Request for Funding for the Department of Homeland Security January 10, 2007
    Jan. 10 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2007 force a collapse of the Iraqi Government, In these dangerous times, the United tear the country apart, and result in mass States is blessed to have extraordinary and killings on an unimaginable scale. Such a selfless men and women willing to step for- scenario would result in our troops being ward and defend us. These young Ameri- forced to stay in Iraq even longer and con- cans understand that our cause in Iraq is front an enemy that is even more lethal. noble and necessary and that the advance If we increase our support at this crucial of freedom is the calling of our time. They moment and help the Iraqis break the cur- serve far from their families, who make the rent cycle of violence, we can hasten the quiet sacrifices of lonely holidays and day our troops begin coming home. empty chairs at the dinner table. They have In the days ahead, my national security watched their comrades give their lives to team will fully brief Congress on our new ensure our liberty. We mourn the loss of strategy. If Members have improvements every fallen American, and we owe it to that can be made, we will make them. If them to build a future worthy of their sac- circumstances change, we will adjust. Hon- rifice. orable people have different views, and Fellow citizens, the year ahead will de- they will voice their criticisms. It is fair mand more patience, sacrifice, and resolve. to hold our views up to scrutiny.
    [Show full text]
  • Congressional Record—House H8455
    September 18, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8455 Coach Haskins arrived at Texas Mr. Speaker, when reflecting on his Mr. Speaker, I take the well to com- Western College in 1961 and retired in decision to start five African American ment on an event that occurred in San 1999 after 38 seasons with a record of players, Coach Haskins simply said, ‘‘I Diego, and that is regarding Sergeant 719 wins and 353 losses. He led our Mi- just played my five best players.’’ Rafael Peralta, who was killed on No- nors to seven Western Athletic Con- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. vember 14, 2004 in the now famous bat- ference Championships, 14 NCAA Tour- JOHNSON of Georgia). The time of the tle of Fallujah. He was killed, and ab- nament appearances, and seven appear- gentleman has expired. sorbed the blast by an enemy grenade ances in the National Invitational Mr. REYES. I ask unanimous consent when, during house-to-house fighting, tournament. Couch Haskins also served for an additional minute. he was thrown into a small room while as an assistant coach in the 1972 U.S. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The he and three other marines were work- Olympic team. Chair cannot entertain that request. ing their way through this series of fire On September 29, 1997, Coach Haskins The gentleman will finish his remarks. fights. was inducted into the Naismith Memo- Mr. REYES. I’ll file the rest for the According to the eyewitnesses and to rial Basketball Hall of Fame. Ten years RECORD. Thank you. the citation that he received, he pulled later, the entire 1966 Texas Western PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY that grenade to his body and absorbed team joined their coach in this honor, Mr.
    [Show full text]
  • USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) and the French Frigate FS Courbet (F712) Participated in Training During a Three-Week Interoperability Period, Nov
    Another example of a mission ready ship because of a U.S. Navy Port Engineer USS Jason Dunham and France Team Up in U.S. 5th Fleet Story Number: NNS181128-01Release Date: 11/28/2018 9:53:00 AM By Mass Communication Specialist Jonathan Clay, U.S. 5th Fleet Public Affairs ARABIAN GULF (NNS) -- The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) and the French frigate FS Courbet (F712) participated in training during a three-week interoperability period, Nov. 8. While conducting routine operations in the Arabian Gulf, Dunham and Courbet, under tactical control of U.S. 5th Fleet Task Force (TF) 55, rendezvoused to perform a variety of integrated training that included a liaison naval officer (LNO) exchange, a low-slow flyer (helicopter) drill and deck-landing qualification (DLQ) for a U.S. helicopter aboard Courbet. “Working with the FS Courbet was a perfect chance to demonstrate our ability to integrate with other countries,” said Cmdr. John Hamilton, Dunham’s commanding officer. “It allows France to see how we operate and learn from our methods but it also allows our crew the chance to learn from them.” Dunham has also worked with other countries including the Egyptian Naval Force and the Indian Navy during the ship’s current deployment. Jason Dunham is on deployment in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. Webmaster’s Note: USS Jason Dunham (DDG-109) is an Arleigh Burke- class destroyer in the United States Navy.
    [Show full text]
  • The Rise of the Commercial Threat
    Microwave/Electro-Optic electronics engineer at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division, prepares alignment of various optical components using eye-safe visible lasers, Norco, California, April 19, 2011 (U.S. Navy/Greg Vojtko) Angela Merkel while she delivered a The Rise of the campaign speech.1 In January of 2015, an sUAS defied restricted airspace and landed, initially undetected, on the White House lawn.2 And more Commercial Threat recently, in August of 2016, at least five sUASs disrupted wildfire fighting Countering the Small efforts near Los Angeles, grounding helicopters for fear of mid-air colli- sions.3 Likewise, sUAS altercations Unmanned Aircraft System with law enforcement are increasing, as the Federal Aviation Administration By Anthony Tingle and David Tyree now receives over 100 adverse UAS reports per month.4 These examples emphasize the intrusive, undetectable, and potentially lethal nature of this he Small Unmanned Aircraft the parameters of the capabilities emerging technology. System (sUAS) is a disruptive regarding military use have yet to be The sUAS epitomizes the difficulties commercial technology that fully discovered, recent events high- T with rapidly advancing commercial tech- poses a unique and currently unde- light the potential danger. In Septem- nology.5 The sUAS is as prolific as it is fined threat to U.S. national security. ber 2013, an unarmed sUAS hovered disruptive, and it will challenge our joint Although, as with any new technology, near the face of German Chancellor air-defense procedures and doctrine and redefine our perspective on the military uses of commercial technology. In this Lieutenant Colonel Anthony Tingle, USA, is a Strategic Initiatives Analyst at the U.S.
    [Show full text]
  • Bells Across America for Fallen Heroes
    Volume 56, Number 19 https://www.cnic.navy.mil/meridian ~ www.facebook.com/NASMeridian ~ Twitter: @nasmeridianms September 13, 2018 Base Bells Across America for fallen heroes NAS Meridian is hosting a Bells Across America remembrance cer- you is that regardless of the branch of service, we will provide you with Events emony, Sept. 27 at 9 a.m. on the lawn in front of the Naval support and help you locate your branch’s survivor services. Navy Technical Training Center Administration Building. Gold Star support coordinators provide dedicated outreach This event will honor fallen service members and and support when, and for as long as, you desire. Our co- ]Parent’s Night Out Gold Star families as part of a national observances ordinators are located all over the United States and are and ringing of bells. ready to help you in any way they can. Sept. 28 from 6-10 For centuries, bells serve multiple purposes In 1947, Congress approved the use of the Gold at CDC. $4 per in the Navy, including: timekeeping; safety and Star Lapel Button as a way to recognize the fami- hour. communication; to sound alarms; in ceremonies lies of service members who lose their lives while and events; and to signal the presence of impor- engaged in action against an enemy of the United Call 679-2652. tant persons. During these memorial events, the States. bells rung will not signal anyone’s presence; in- In 1977, the Army approved issue of the Lapel stead, they will toll in their absence. Button for the next of kin of deceased personnel to ]Operation Get Fit The primary mission of the Navy Gold Star Pro- honor those who lose their lives while serving on active Aug.
    [Show full text]
  • Mcl1058newsltr Nov 10
    The Scuttlebutt Newsletter Marine Corps League - Intracoastal Detachment 1058 P.O. Box 11248 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33339-1248 Scott Vulpis, Commandant www.mcleague1058.org James DuVall, Adjutant [email protected] [email protected] To All Members : November, 2010 Hope everyone had a good time this month celebrating the 235th Birthday of our beloved Marine Corps. As Marines, we are very fortunate to have such history and traditions that are handed down, as they help to instill the pride and honor that motivates Marines to be the best fighters in the world. If the Army, Navy, and Air Force ever understood the Marines embracement of it’s history and traditions , they would certainly, no longer dub us “brainwashed”. Of course, as Marine Corps Leaguer’s, we are now motivated to throw some of the meanest parties the world. There- fore, I would like to thank everyone that attended this years Birthday Ball, especially those members who sat on this years Ball committee and sold program ads. Your hard work and effort made it all possible. Good Job! This past weekend, some of us had the honor of being able to attend the Commissioning of the USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) in Port Everglades. The ships namesake was dedicated to Marine Lcpl. Jason Lee Dunham , who was the first Marine Medal of Honor recipient since the Vietnam War. In 2004, while on patrol with Kilo 3/7 in Karabilah, Iraq, the 22-year-old got in a scuffle with an enemy combatant who threw a grenade at the patrol. In a selfless act, Lcpl.
    [Show full text]
  • Body Image Meant
    SEE WOMENS SOCCER PAGE 8 SEE FOOTBALL PAGE 8 Spartan Daily Twitter poll results POST DEBATE POLL Who won the debate? 64% Clinton 36% Trump SENIOR DAY NO CHANCE 95 votes - Final Results - Oct. 20 Volume 147. Issue 23 www.sjsunews.com/spartandaily Tuesday, October 25, 2016 WANT MORE NEWS? SPORTS? A&E? FOLLOW US: @SPARTANDAILY CAMPUS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT JASON DUNHAM | SPARTAN DAILY Music fills the Hammer BY JASON DUNHAM STAFF WRITER SJSU’s Hammer Theatre was filled with the sound of music Saturday night at the first annual Kaleidoscope! performed by SJSU’s very own school Body of music and dance. It’s not about what Kaleidoscope! contained 70 minutes of live music and dance from over 20 you look like, but different musical groups from SJSU. Image From orchestra to dancing and even who you are inside opera, many different types of musical offerings were available for the audience to enjoy. Each performance was conducted with no break in between, BY TAYLOR JONES STAFF WRITER leading to a consistent variety of music and dance acts throughout the show. San Jose State’s Public Health Educators held Many of the student performers a workshop that focused on body positivity and the way that people perceive themselves. The See DANCE page 4 Public Health Educators — or PHE — held the event in lieu of its Body Positivity Week, where each day a different workshop SPORTS or event is held that centers around body and mental health. “During Love Your Body Week, we are encouraging students to love themselves and partake in self-care and self love,” said Sharon Cardenas, a fourth year health science student.
    [Show full text]
  • United Nations S/2019/83
    United Nations S/2019/83 Security Council Distr.: General 25 January 2019 Original: English Letter dated 25 January 2019 from the Panel of Experts on Yemen addressed to the President of the Security Council The members of the Panel of Experts on Yemen have the honour to transmit herewith the final report of the Panel, prepared in accordance with paragraph 6 of resolution 2402 (2018). The report was provided to the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) on 8 January 2019 and considered by the Committee on 18 January 2019. We would appreciate it if the present letter and the report were brought to the attention of the members of the Security Council and issued as a document of the Council. (Signed) Ahmed Himmiche Coordinator Panel of Experts on Yemen (Signed) Fernando Rosenfeld Carvajal Expert (Signed) Wolf-Christian Paes Expert (Signed) Henry Thompson Expert (Signed) Marie-Louise Tougas Expert 19-00348 (E) 110219 *1900348* S/2019/83 Final report of the Panel of Experts on Yemen Summary Throughout the reporting period, Yemen continued its slide towards humanitarian and economic catastrophe. The country remains deeply fractured, with the growing presence of armed groups and deep-rooted corruption exacerbating the impact of the armed conflict for ordinary Yemenis within both Houthi-held areas and liberated governorates. Although there has been activity on some fronts, notably along the coast of the Red Sea, the ground war remains predominantly confined to relatively small areas. Most Yemenis therefore carry on with their lives within an economy broken by the distortions of conflict.
    [Show full text]
  • NSF Annual Report
    National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis 2011 Report to the National Science Foundation 1 NCEAS Annual Report 2010-2011 Contents 1. Participants......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Partner Organizations ......................................................................................................................................................... 2 Other Collaborators ............................................................................................................................................................ 3 2. Activities and Findings ...................................................................................................................................................... 3 NCEAS Director Transition ............................................................................................................................................... 3 Computing & Informatics Support..................................................................................................................................... 4 Center Ambience ............................................................................................................................................................... 4 Science Advisory Board .................................................................................................................................................... 4 Major
    [Show full text]
  • Professional Knowledge Book
    Professional Knowledge Book Class of 2019 AN INTRODUCTION TO THE U.S. NAVY AND MARINE CORPS NAME___________________________ALPHA_____________________CO_______ 1 UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY Duty…. Honor…. Loyalty…. Character Development and Training Class of 2019, The Navy Warfare pins and Marine Eagle, Globe, and Anchor on the cover of this Professional Knowledge Book (Pro-Book) represent the service assignments for the Class of 2016. Regardless of which one you are assigned in the fall of 2018, there is a core professional knowledge that you are required to attain prior to receiving a commission as a basically trained Navy or Marine Corps Officer from the U.S. Naval Academy. The Midshipmen Training Program (MTP) is a primary means of accomplishing that requirement. The MTP consists of six basic components: 1. Midshipmen Qualification Standards (MQS) – books that are divided by class year and contain core learning objectives (LO). Yours is in the back of this Pro-Book. 2. References – used to acquire the knowledge necessary to complete the MQS. They include this Pro-Book, websites listed in each MQS, and files posted at: http://intranet.usna.edu/Training/Professional%20Knowledge%20References.php. 3. Instruction Periods – used for “come-arounds” and other training opportunities during which you will show that you have mastered the LOs. 4. 4/C Pro-Quizzes/Exam – quizzes administered weekly to assess comprehension of the applicable LOs, and a Pro-Exam administered at the end of the fall semester as a mid-point evaluation for Plebe Year. 5. Professional Competency Boards (PCB) – oral boards administered to 4/C Midshipmen in the spring to objectively assess comprehension of all LOs for the year.
    [Show full text]