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Citizen Soldier
Soldier
Citizen Soldier
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Soldier Responsibilities
By your presence, you are showing that the proud
heritage of citizen service continues today. Your
goal, becoming a soldier, demonstrates selfless
service to the nation.
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Becoming a Soldier
A rite of passage that teaches the
responsibilities of citizenship.
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Oath of Enlistment

• Bear true faith and allegiance to the United
  States of America.
• Serve and defend the Constitution of the United
  States against all enemies.
• Obey the orders of the President of the United
  States and the Officers appointed over me.

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Responsibilities of a Citizen

• Participate in the democratic process.
• Support the law.
• Respect diversity.
• Work for the general welfare of others.

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Responsibilities of a Soldier

• Responsibilities of citizenship.
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• Living up to your Oath of Enlistment.
• Understanding and living the seven core values.

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The Professional Army Ethic

• Elements of the Oath of Enlistment
• The Seven Core Army Values

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Seven Army Core Values

• Loyalty
• Duty
• Respect
• Selfless Service
• Honor
• Integrity
• Personal Courage

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Character

• The combined moral and ethic structure of a
  person.
• That combination of qualities that distinguishes
  one person from another.

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Heritage and Traditions

• Heritage
• People, events, and ideas from the past that
  influence the present.
• Traditions

• Daily, visible reminders of the Armys values,
  the need for units to work together, and the
  Armys proud heritage.

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Military Uniforms
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Utility Uniform
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Chevrons
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Marching
Soldiers have been marching in cadence since the
days of Alexander the Great.
Todays Army moves to songs.
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Evolution of the Hand Salute
Saluting is one way members of the military show
their respect for each other.
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Summary

• Soldier responsibilities
• The army ethic
• Oath of Enlistment
• Seven core values
• Heritage and traditions
• Army uniforms and chevrons
• Marching and music
• The hand salute