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Ordnance Corps
Branch Insignia Branch Plaque Regimental Insignia
Branch Insignia
A gold color metal shell and flame 1 inch in height.
The use of the "shell and flame" by the Ordnance Corps dates back to 1832; it is considered to be the oldest branch insignia of the
Army. Similar insignia had been used by the British Army. After its adoption by the American Army, the design was used by the
Artillery as well as the Ordnance until 1834 when the crossed cannon was adopted by the Artillery. In 1835, the shell and flame was
used on a button for members of the Ordnance Corps and the design had been used in various items worn on the uniform since it was
first adopted. The simplicity of the shell and flame harmonizes with the armament of days gone by, while the action it connotes is
applicable with equal force to the weapons of today.
Branch Plaque
The plaque design has the branch insignia, letters, and rim in gold. The background is crimson.
Regimental Insignia
A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches in height overall consisting of two gray antique cannons in saltire on a white disc
behind an encircling scroll in the form of a buckle red belt with, between the intersecting cannons and the belt, a black antique bomb,
its scarlet flames issuing at the top of the device from behind the belt, which bears the inscription "ORDNANCE CORPS U.S.A." in
gold letters. The regimental insignia for the Ordnance Corps was approved on 25 March 1986.
Regimental Coat of Arms
There is no coat of arms approved for Ordnance Corps Regiment. The regimental insignia (all in yellow except the letters on the
insignia are crimson) is displayed above a yellow scroll inscribed "ARMAMENT FOR PEACE" in crimson. The background of the
flag is crimson and the fringe is yellow.
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Symbolism of Regimental Insignia
The crossed cannons are representative of the Ordnance Corps' early relationship to the Artillery. The flaming bomb, also known as
the shell and flame, represents the armament of days gone by, while the energy it connotes is applicable to the weapons of our own
day. The cannoneer's belt, which encircles the flaming bomb and crossed cannons, is embossed with the words "ORDNANCE CORPS
U.S.A." and represents the traditional association between munitions and armament. The white background symbolizes the Ordnance
Corps' motto, "ARMAMENT FOR PEACE."
Branch Colors
Crimson piped with yellow. Crimson - 65013 cloth; 67112 yarn; PMS 220. In 1835, the Ordnance Corps had a red plume - the same as
Artillery. Crimson was prescribed as the Ordnance color in 1851. In 1902, it was changed to black and scarlet. Crimson and yellow
were established as the branch colors on 14 October 1921.
Birthday
14 May 1812. The Ordnance Department was established by the act of 14 May 1812. During the Revolutionary War, ordnance
material was under supervision of the Board of War and Ordnance. Numerous shifts in duties and responsibilities have occurred in the
Ordnance Corps since colonial times. It acquired its present designation in 1950.
Ordnance Song
Army Ordnance Arsenal Day, June 10, 1941, served a double function: it honored the 40,000 workers in the various arsenals, and it
introduced to a nationwide audience Irving Berlin's new Army Ordnance song, "Arms for the Love of America."
Major General C. M. Wesson, Chief of Ordnance, had designated June 10 as Arsenal Day to commemorate the traditional role of the
ordnance arsenals as the cornerstone of armament productions since post-Revolutionary War days. The program was broadcast by the
National Broadcasting Company and the Columbia Broadcasting System over coast-to-coast networks from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The soloist was Barry Wood, accompanied by the Lynn Murray Singers and the Army Band.
Berlin composed "Arms for the Love of America," a rollicking, snappy march, for General Wesson at the request of Lieutenant
Colonel John B. Bellinger, executive assistant to the Chief of Ordnance. Lieutenant Colonel Bellinger suggested that the song
symbolize the need for production and at the same time serve an inspirational purpose in defense industries.
All profits from the sale of copies by the publishers were donated to Army charitable and relief purposes.
On land and on the sea and in the air
We've got to be there, We've got to be there.
America is sounding her alarms
We've got to have arms, We've got to have arms.
Arms for the love of America
They speak in a foreign land, with weapons in every hand.
Whatever they try we've got to reply in language they understand.
Arms for the love of America
And for every mother's cherished one
Who's depending on the work that must be done
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By the Force, behind the Force, behind the gun
What is LDRSHIP?
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 dedicating yourself to the United States of America and the U.S. Army. A loyal
Soldier is one who supports his or her leader and stands up for fellow Soldiers. By wearing the uniform of the U.S. Army you are
expressing your loyalty to the Nation and your fellow Soldiers.
DUTY: Fulfill your obligations. Doing your duty means carrying out your assigned tasks and being able to accomplish tasks as
part of a team. Duty also requires you to work hard every day to be a better Soldier. Everyone in our Army contributes to the
mission if they do their duty.
RESPECT: Treat people as they should be treated. In the Soldier’s Rules, we pledge to “treat others with dignity and
respect while expecting others to do the same.” Respect allows us to appreciate the best in other people. Respect is trusting that all
people have done their jobs and fulfilled their duty. Self-respect is also a vital ingredient and is a result from knowing you have put
forth your best effort. The Army is one team, and all contribute best when they are treated with respect.
SELFLESS SERVICE: Put the welfare of the Nation, the Army, and your subordinates before your own. In serving
your country, you are doing your duty loyally without thought of recognition, reward or personal comfort. 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 team effort without thought of personal gain.
HONOR: Live up to Army Values. 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. It is always doing what you know is right even when no one is
looking.
INTEGRITY: Do what’s right, legally and morally. Integrity is a quality you develop by adhering to moral principles. Once
lost, it is the hardest to recover. It requires that you do and say nothing that deceives others. As your integrity strengthens, so does the
trust others place in you. Trust is one of the most important things in our profession. The more choices you make based on integrity,
the more this highly prized value will characterize your relationships with Family and friends, and finally, define you as a person and a
Soldier.
PERSONAL COURAGE: Face and overcome fear, danger or adversity (physical or moral). Personal courage has long
been associated with our Army. Courage is a matter of enduring physical duress and at times risking personal safety. Facing fear or
adversity may require continuing forward on the right path, especially if taking those actions is not popular with others. You can build
your personal courage by daily standing up for and acting upon the things that you know are right.
Soldier’s Creed
I am an American Soldier.
I am a Warrior and a member of a team.
I serve the people of the United States and live the Army Values.
I will always place the mission first.
I will never accept defeat. Warrior Ethos
I will never quit.
I will never leave a fallen comrade.
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I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained, and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills.
I always maintain my arms, my equipment, and myself.
I am an expert and I am a professional.
I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy the enemies of the United States of America in close combat.
I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.
I am an American Soldier.
Bugle Calls
Bugle calls are the musical signals that announce scheduled and certain non-scheduled events on an Army installation. Scheduled calls
are prescribed by the installation commander. According to Army customs, bugle calls traditionally signal troops for everything from
meal times and recall formations, to rendering honors to the nation. Bugle calls normally sound in accordance with the major calls of
the day—Reveille, Retreat, and Taps.
Reveille
The call signals the troops to awaken for morning roll call. Most often heard at physical training, it is used to accompany the raising
of the National Colors. At the first sound of Reveille, you should come to the position of attention and salute, facing the flag or the
sound of the music. If not in uniform, come to attention and place your right hand over your heart.
Retreat
The call signals the end of the duty day and lowering of the National Colors. If alone, you should come to attention in the direction of
the music or flag. Then, salute when you hear the first note of music after the cannon sounds. If not in uniform, come to attention and
place your right hand over your heart.
Taps
The call signals that unauthorized lights are to be extinguished. It is the last call of the day. The call is also sounded at the completion
of a military funeral ceremony. You should come to attention and salute until the music completes. If not in uniform, come to attention
and place your right hand over your heart.
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Rank Insignia
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Drill and Ceremony
Drill commands are oral orders given by your commander or leader, usually in two parts. The preparatory command states the
movement to be carried out and gets you ready to execute the order. The command of execution tells when the movement is to be
carried out. In the command “Forward, march,” the preparatory command is “Forward,” the command of execution is “March.”
In some commands, the preparatory command and the command of execution are combined. For example, “Fall in,” “at ease,” and
“Rest.” These commands are given without inflection and at a uniformly high pitch and loudness comparable to that of a normal
command of execution.
REST POSITIONS AT THE HALT
Any of the positions of rest may be commanded and executed from the Position of Attention.
a. Parade Rest. Parade Rest is commanded only from the Position of Attention. The command for this movement is
Parade, REST.
(1) On the command of execution REST, move the left foot about 10 inches to the left of the right foot. Keep the
legs straight without locking the knees, resting the weight of the body equally on the heels and balls of the feet.
(2) Simultaneously, place the hands at the small of the back and centered on the belt. Keep the fingers of both hands
extended and joined, interlocking the thumbs so that the palm of the right hand is outward
(3) Keep the head and eyes as in the Position of Attention. Remain silent and do not move unless otherwise
directed. Stand at Ease, At Ease, and Rest may be executed from this position.
b. Stand At Ease. The command for this movement is Stand at, EASE. On the command of execution EASE,
execute Parade Rest, but turn the head and eyes directly toward the person in charge of the formation. At Ease or
Rest may be executed from this position.
c. At Ease. The command for this movement is AT EASE. On the command AT EASE, the soldier may move;
however, he must remain standing and silent with his right foot in place. The soldier may relax his arms with the
thumbs interlaced. Rest may be executed from this position.
d. Rest. The command for this movement is REST. On the command REST, the soldier may move, talk, smoke, or
drink unless otherwise directed. He must remain standing with his right foot in place. AT EASE must be executed
from this position to allow soldiers to secure canteens, other equipment, and so forth.
WHEN TO SALUTE
Army personnel in uniform are required to salute when they meet and recognize persons entitled (by grade) to a salute
except when it is inappropriate or impractical (in public conveyances such as planes and buses, in public places such
as inside theaters, or when driving a vehicle).
a. A salute is also rendered—
• When the United States National Anthem, “To the Color,” “Hail to the Chief,” or foreign national anthems
are played.
• To uncased National Color outdoors.
• On ceremonial occasions as prescribed in Part Two, Ceremonies.
• At reveille and retreat ceremonies, during the raising or lowering of the flag.
• During the sounding of honors.
• When the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. flag is being recited outdoors.
• When turning over control of formations.
• When rendering reports.
• To officers of friendly foreign countries.
b. Salutes are not required when—
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• Indoors, except when reporting to an officer or when on duty as a guard.
• Addressing a prisoner.
• Saluting is obviously inappropriate. In these cases, only greetings are exchanged. (Example 1: A person
carrying articles with both hands, or being otherwise so occupied as to make saluting impracticable, is not
required to salute a senior person or return the salute to a subordinate.)
• Either the senior or the subordinate is wearing civilian clothes.
c. In any case not covered by specific instructions, the salute is rendered.
UCMJ
The UCMJ applies to active duty Soldiers 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
Anywhere you are in the world, the UCMJ applies. Even after discharge, if discharge was obtained fraudulently and after active duty
status is terminated (for Reserve and National Guard Soldiers), you still fall under the UCMJ.
There are three types of Article 15s:
1. Summarized. Any company grade commander may administer this type of Article 15. Soldiers who are read a summarized
Article 15 are not entitled to consult with a defense attorney. They may, turn down the summarized Article 15 and demand trial by
court-martial; but, normally this is not a good idea! The maximum punishment authorized at a summarized Article 15 is any
combination of:
a. extra duty for 14 days
b. restriction for 14 days
c. oral reprimand or admonition
2. Company Grade. Any company grade commander may administer this type of Article 15. The maximum punishment authorized
at a company grade Article 15 is any combination of:
a. extra duty for 14 days
b. restriction for 14 days
c. oral reprimand or admonition
d. forfeiture of seven days base pay
e. reduction in rank of one grade (E-4 & below only)
3. Field Grade. A commander in the rank of major or above may administer this type of Article 15. The maximum punishment
authorized at a field grade Article 15 is:
a. extra duty for 45 days
b. restriction for 60 days (maximum of 45 days if combined with extra duty)
c. oral reprimand or admonition
d. forfeiture of one-half base pay per month for two months
e. reduction in rank to E-1 (E-4 and below) or reduction in rank of one grade (E-5 & E-6 only)
Awards and Decorations
The Army has many awards and medals it bestows upon Soldiers for heroism during battle and many recognizing
Soldiers for outstanding work performed in the field and in garrison, but the Soldier's Medal is the highest award a
Soldier can receive for heroism not directly related to combat.
The Medal of Honor is the highest and most rarely awarded decoration conferred by the U.S. The medal is awarded for conspicuous
gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of
the U.S.
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The Distinguished Service Cross is awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Army, distinguishes himself or
herself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of a Medal of Honor
The Purple Heart is awarded to persons serving in any capacity as a member of the U.S. Armed Forces who are killed or wounded
(requiring treatment by a medical officer) in any action against enemies of the U.S. Commended purple heart actions must take place
as a result of wounds caused by an enemy or opposing armed force; or as the result of maltreatment inflicted by captors when held as a
prisoner of war.
The Army Good Conduct Medal recognizes enlisted women and men who have served with exemplary behavior, efficiency, and
fidelity in active Federal military service
The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable military service as a member of the U.S. Armed Forces for the Korean
War, Vietnam War, operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and the current Global War on Terrorism.
The Army Service Ribbon is awarded to Soldiers who successfully complete initial entry training.
Army History
a. “Resolved, that a General be appointed to command all the continental forces, raised, or to be raised, for the defense of American
liberty.” The above resolution of the Second Continental Congress on 14 June 1775 established the beginnings of the United States
(U.S.) Army, as we know it today. The next resolution unanimously selected George Washington as commanding general of the first
Continental Army.
b. From Lexington to Trenton to Valley Forge, the Continental Army proved the critical force in fighting and winning the war for
American Independence (see Declaration of Independence extracts beneath military quotation section). The Army has been the keeper
of American freedom ever since.
c. From the outset, civilian control of the military was a governing principle of the American system. In 1787, the Constitution placed
the military under the control of the President. His role as commander-in-chief requires every Soldier to follow and obey his orders.
d. In 1789, Congress created the Department of War to administer the military forces. The Army, now under the direction of the newly
created cabinet, remained at strength of 60,000 or less from the end of the Revolution through the beginning of the Civil War.
Although Congress intended that the Regular Army serve only as a supplement to local militias, the “regulars” ultimately played the
crucial role in both the War of 1812 and the Mexican War (1846-48).
e. In December of 1860, the Army consisted of merely 16,000 officers and enlisted men. By 1865, Civil War expansion had increased
that number to an astounding 1,000,000. Victory for the Union in the Civil War returned the Army to strength of only 25,000 troops.
f. An analysis of the Army’s role in the Spanish-American War (1898) revealed deficiencies in the War Department. After becoming
Secretary of War in 1899, Elihu Root reorganized and revitalized the department. By the time the Army entered World War I in 1917,
it was at its peak in terms of training and professionalism. Over 2,000,000 men followed General John J. Pershing to France as part of
the American Expeditionary Force.
g. Following victory in the “War to End All Wars,” the Army remained at strength of approximately 125,000 from 1919 to 1939.
However, when Nazi Germany invaded France in 1940, the U.S. Government re-instituted conscription (the draft) and forces
ballooned to 1,640,000.
h. Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941 and during the early 1940s, 8,300,000 men and women were part of a global
effort to claim victory in World War II. From the Pacific Theater and bloody battles in the Philippines, to the D-Day invasion of
Normandy on 6 June 1944, American forces fought with courage to preserve freedom for the world.
i. Following the fall of the Nazis and the surrender of the Japanese in August 1945, the Army again contracted—this time to strength
of approximately 500,000. Expansions followed during America’s participation in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Though it reduced
in size during the interim periods of peace, the Army remained relatively large due to the looming presence of the Cold War.
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j. When the forces of Communism fell in the late 1980s, civilian leaders began to re-evaluate the Army’s role and it again went
through a dramatic reduction in size. In 1991, the Army claimed a major victory in Desert Storm, defeating the Iraqi forces, the 4th-
largest enemy in the world in 100 hours, and liberating the country of Kuwait. The Army also had a crucial role in bringing peace to
many areas of conflict worldwide, as well as continuing to protect and advance American interests, throughout the 1990’s.
k. The deadly terrorist attacks of 9/11/2001 on the U.S. brought the Army into a new era of global warfare against terrorism, and the
persons and states, which supported these attacks on our Nation. In Afghanistan, the Taliban reign of terror was overthrown in
Operation Enduring Freedom. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, the Army defeated the Iraqi forces completely, and ended the regime
of Saddam Hussein. In these two countries, the Army is continuing efforts to restore stability and establish democracy. No matter how
the Army changes or what the specific mission may be, the Soldier’s role never changes: to support and defend the Constitution of the
U.S. against all enemies, foreign and domestic.
Personal appearance and uniform
a. Personal appearance is important—it demonstrates the pride and self-discipline you feel as a Soldier in the U.S. Army. Being neat
and well groomed contributes to the esprit in your unit. Your uniform should fit well and be clean, serviceable, and pressed as
necessary.
b. Your uniform is only part of your appearance. To look like a Soldier, you need to be physically fit, meet acceptable weight
TRADOC Pam 600-4 81 standards, and have a neat hairstyle in accordance with Army regulations.
c. Hairstyle. Many hairstyles are acceptable in the Army for Soldiers who have completed BCT.
(1) Male personnel—the hair must not fall over the ears or eyebrows, or touch the collar (except for closely cut hair at the back of the
neck).
(a) Hair should be tapered, except that "block cut" fullness in the back is permitted in moderate degree.
(b) Neither the bulk nor length of hair may interfere with the wearing of military headgear.
(c) Sideburns must be neatly trimmed, not flared, and must not extend downward beyond the lowest part of the exterior ear opening.
(d) The face must be clean-shaven, except that mustaches are permitted.
(e) If a mustache is worn, it must be neatly trimmed.
(f) No part of the mustache will cover the upper lip line or extend horizontally beyond or below the corner points of the mouth where
the upper and lower lips join.
(2) Female personnel—the hair must not fall over the eyebrows and must not extend below the bottom edge of the collar.
(a) Neither the bulk nor length of hair may interfere with the wearing of military headgear.
(b) Any hair-holding ornaments, such as barrettes or hairpins, must be of a natural hair color or transparent.
(c) Makeup and nail polish should be conservative and complement the uniform.
(d) Unless directed to wear another type of footwear, female personnel may wear pumps with all uniforms except field uniforms.
d. Jewelry. A wrist watch, identification bracelet, and up to two rings (a wedding set is considered to be one ring) may be worn with
your uniform as long as they are conservative and tasteful. You may wear a religious medal on a chain around your neck provided
neither medal nor chain can be seen.
e. Body piercing. Except for earrings worn by female Soldiers, no displaying objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation attached or
affixed to or through the skin may be worn while in uniform. Neither can such adornments be worn while wearing civilian clothes (on
or off duty) when on any military installation, or other places under military control. Females may wear any type of earrings off duty,
on or off military installations.
Correct Malfunctions of an M16-Series Rifle/M4 Series Carbine
The key word "SPORTS" will help you remember the steps for immediate action in sequence: slap, pull, observe, release, tap, shoot.
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Heat Injuries
IDENTIFY SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HEAT CRAMPS
Grasping or massaging a limb (arm or leg) or bending over in an effort to relieve the pain of an abdominal cramp.
Skin wet with perspiration.
Unusual thirst.
TREAT HEAT CRAMPS
Move the casualty to a cool, shaded area to rest. Use poles, ponchos, blankets, or other available materials to improvise
a shade, if needed.
Loosen the casualty's clothing around his neck and waist and loosen his boots.
Do not loosen the casualty's clothing if you are in a chemical environment.
IDENTIFY SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HEAT EXHAUSTION
Most Common Signs and Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion
Profuse sweating with pale, cool skin.
Weakness or faintness.
Dizziness.
Headache.
Loss of appetite.
Other Signs and Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion
Heat cramps.
Nausea (with or without vomiting).
Chills ("gooseflesh").
Rapid breathing.
Urge to defecate.
Tingling in hands or feet.
Mental confusion.
TREAT HEAT EXHAUSTION
Move the casualty to a cool shaded area to rest. Improvise a shade, if necessary.
Position the casualty to lie on his back with his legs elevated (normal shock position).
Remove the casualty's clothing around his neck and waist and loosen his boots.
IDENTIFY SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HEAT STROKE
Lack of or severe decrease in normal perspiration. (Decrease in perspiration is caused by the collapse of the body's
cooling mechanisms, including perspiration.)
A soldier who is not perspiring or perspiring very little while other soldiers performing the same work are perspiring
freely is in danger of heat stroke. Take emergency measures immediately.
Skin that is hot, dry, and red.
Headache.
Weakness.
Dizziness.
Mental confusion.
Nausea or stomach pains.
Seizures.
Weak and rapid pulse and respiration.
Sudden loss of consciousness.
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TREAT HEAT STROKE
Heat stroke is a medical emergency. In heat stroke, the body’s internal (core) temperature increases to dangerous levels.
If the casualty's body temperature is not lowered quickly, brain injury or death may result.
GENERAL ORDERS
General order number 1:
I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when
properly relieved.
General order number 2:
I will obey my special orders and perform all my duties in a military manner.
General order number 3:
I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies, and anything not covered
in my instructions to the commander of the relief.
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CHAIN OF
COMMAND
Commander in Chief
President DONALD TRUMP
Secretary of Defense Secretary of the Army
HON. LLOYD AUSTIN HON. CHRISTINE WORMUTH
Army Chief of Staff SGM of the Army
GENERAL GEORGE SMA WEIMER
TRADOC Commander TRADOC CSM
GENERAL BRITO CSM HARRIS
CASCOM Commander CASCOM CSM
MG DONAHUE CSM TORRES
CHIEF OF ORDNANCE USAOC (REGIMENTAL) CSM
COL MONTGOMERY CSM LAFRATTA
Brigade Commander Brigade CSM
COL LEE CSM REEDER-HENSLEY
Battalion Commander Battalion CSM
LTC FALK CSM PILCHER
Company Commander First Sergeant
CPT CLARK 1SG SMITH
Company XO Drill Sergeant
2LT MILLER DS