ADP 1 Flashcards
When was the American Continental Army Established?
14 June 1775
What does ADP 1 covers?
The army
How many campaign and battle streamers does the Army Flag have?
Over 180
What is the Army’s vision for its three strategic roles?
Prevent, Shape and Win
What gives the President the Authority as the Commander and Chief?
The Constitution
Who determines the size and organization of the Army?
Congress
What is the Army’s Mission?
The Army’s mission is to fight and win the Nation’s wars through prompt and sustained land combat, as part of the joint force
If Soldiers do not have “Trust between Soldiers and their Leaders” what can be the outcome?
Soldiers will only follow those orders given and only out of fear of consequences and will not take initiative
What does trust at all levels of Leadership depend on?
Candor
What usually keeps professional Soldiers in the Army?
Families
What does Certification Measure?
competence, character, and commitment
What is Professional competence?
mastery of specific skills
What must an individual do to become a Professional?
become certified in their job or tasks
What is an Oath?
an individual moral commitment made publicly
Is the Constitutional oath legally binding?
Yes
What does ADP 1 Chapter 2-20 mean by mean by esprit de corps?
we should always respect our history and traditions
What is Discipline?
the behavior tempered by high standards of conduct and performance and reflects the self-control necessary in the face of temptation, obstacles, and adversity, and the fear to do the harder right instead of the easier wrong
What is Pride?
recognition that obstacles, adversity, and fear can be mastered through discipline and teamwork
What is the size of a Squad?
6-9 Soldiers
What is the size of a Platoon?
16-44 Soldiers
What is the size of a Company?
62-190 Soldiers
What is the Size of a Battalion?
300-1000
What is the size of a Brigade?
3000-5000
What is the size of a Division?
10,000-15,000
What is the size of a Corps?
20,000- 45,000
What is the size of an Army?
50,000 or more
How do Leaders prepare subordinates?
by empowering them to operate autonomously without constant directions and giving them responsibility
How does the Army Shape Leaders?
Through tough realistic training to gain experience, education, leader development, and encouraging responsibility
What is the percentage of Americans that Serve in the Military?
Less than one-half of one percent and only about half of those serving are Soldiers
Who did the U.S. fight during the War of 1812?
The British
What was the year that the Army fought Mexico in “The Mexican War”?
1846
What was gained from the Mexican War?
The Nation’s borders were extended to the Pacific Ocean
When did the Civil War begin?
1861
When was the War with Spain?
1898
When did the U.S mass the Largest Army in its History?
During world war 2
What is the Longest War in U.S. Military History and how long did it last?
The war in Afghanistan and currently it is has been over 12 years of fighting
What War had the more Casualties than any other War?
The Civil war
How many Divisions did the Army have during World War II?
89
