Army command Policy AR 600-20 Flashcards
What does AR 600-20 cover?
Army Command Policy
What does AR 600-20 cover?
policies andresponsibilities of command
What is Command?
Consists of members who are deemed eligible to exercise command
What is a Commander?
A commissioned or warrant officer who exercises primary authority over a military organization
Can a civilian exercise command?
No, only the president can exercise command
What is the extent thata civilian can exercise Supervision?
civilian may be designatedto exercise general supervision over an Army installation or activity
What are the keyelements of command?
Authority and Responsibility
Who is responsible for establishingleadership climate of the unit and developing disciplined and cohesive units?
The commander
How do Leaders earn theloyalty of their Soldiers?
leaders must show loyalty totheir Soldiers, the Army, and the nation
Where is formalauthority for command derived?
From the Policies, Procedures,and Precedents
How do Leaders develop apositive Command Climate?
When they demonstrate genuineconcern for their Soldiers
What is Duty?
Obedient and disciplined performance
Duty is a legal or moral obligation to do what should be done without being told to do it
How will Soldiers with asense of duty perform?
Soldiers with a sense of duty accomplish tasksgiven them, seize opportunities for self-improvement, and accept responsibilityfrom their superiors
What is demonstratedintegrity the basis of?
Demonstrated integrity is thebasis for dependable, consistent information, decision making, and delegation ofauthority
How will professionallycompetent leaders recieverespect for their authority?
Striving to develop,maintain, and use the full range of human potential in their organization