105 General Combat Leadership Fundamentals Flashcards
What are the characteristics that enable Marines and Sailors to overcome fear?
Morale Discipline Esprit de Corps Proficiency Motivation
Definition of Morale
Is the individual state of mind. It depends on individual attitude toward everything.
Definition of Discipline
The individual or group attitude that ensures prompt obedience to orders.
Definition of Esprit de Corps
The loyalty to, pride in and enthusiasm for the unit shown by its members.
Definition of Proficiency
Technical, tactical and physical ability to perform the job or mission.
Definition of Motivation
Based on psychological factors such as needs, desires and impulses that cause a person to act.
What does the acronym BAMCIS stand for?
Begin Planning Arrange for reconnaissance Make reconnaissance Complete the plan Issue the order Supervise
Article I
I am an American, fighting in the Armed forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
Article II
I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.
Article III
If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.
Article IV
If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them in every way.
Article V
When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and it’s allies, or harmful to their cause.
Article VI
I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.
How many rights do prisoners of war have?
11
1st Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to receive sanitary, protective housing and clothing.
2nd Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to receive a sufficient amount of food to sustain good health.
3rd Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to receive adequate medical care.
4th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to receive necessary facilities for proper hygiene.
5th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to practice religious faith.
6th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to send and receive mail.
7th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to receive packages containing non-contraband items such as food, clothing, educational, religious, and recreational materials.
8th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to select a fellow POW to represent you.
9th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to receive humane treatment.
10th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to have a copy of the Geneva Convention and it’s annexes, including any special agreements, posted where it can be read. The Geneva Convention and it’s annexes, etc., must be written in the proper language.
11th Right of a Prisoner of War
The right to have a copy of all camp regulations, noticed, orders, and publications about POW conduct posted where it can be read. Regulations, notices, etc., must be in the proper language for POWs to understand and available upon request.
What information are Marines required to given what to their captors?
Name
Rank
Service Number (SSN)
Date of Birth
Explain lawful obedience to rules and regulations.
Obey lawful rules and regulations.
Explain responsibility to perform paid labor.
Labor that is not military
Not degrading
Not dangerous
Not unhealthy
What are the 9 common elements found in a combat environment?
I- Isolation F- Fear, Stress and Mental Fatigue H- Homesickness I- Individual discomfort V- Violent, unnerving sights C- Casualties C- Communications breakdown C- Continuous Operations C- Confusion & lack of info
