Army History Flashcards
When was the American Continental Army Established?
14 June 1775
What is the Army’s motto?
This We’ll Defend
How many campaign and battle streamers does the Army flag have?
190
What is the Army’s mission?
To fight and win the nation’s wars through prompt and sustained land combat, as part of the joint forces.
What is the Army’s greatest asset?
It’s all-volunteer force.
What is the percentage of Americans that serve in the military?
Less than one-half of one percent.
What is the national guard’s dual role established by the Constitution?
A state military force and an operational reserve for the regular Army.
Who has national guard units?
Each state, U.S. Territory, and the District of Columbia.
Who is the National Guard under the command of?
The state governor unless mobilized for federal service.
Who is in command of the Army Reserves?
The president.
How much of the Army’s strength is made up by the Army reserves?
About one-fifth.
What is the Army’s newest branch?
Aviation.
Who lead the first American Army.
General George Washington
The army received its first real training from what former Prussian Officer at Valley Forge in the winter of 1778?
Baron Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben
What did Baron Friedrich von Steuben teach the Continental Army at Valley Forge?
- A simplified but effective version of the drill formations and movements of European armies.
- Proper care of equipment.
- The use of the bayonet.
- Impressing upon officers their responsibility for taking care of the soldiers.
- Teaching NCOs how to train and lead those soldiers.
(Also how to cuss in seven different languages)
What is the bloodiest war in American History?
American Civil War (620,000-750,000 deaths).
The first field manual was commonly called the “Blue Book.” What was its actual title?
“The regulation for the order and discipline to the troops of the United States.”
Who was the first sergeant major of the Army?
CSM William O. Woolridge on 11 July 1966.
When was the NCO corps established?
1778 at Valley Forge by Baron Friedrich von Steuben.
What were the original enlisted ranks in the Continental Army?
Sergeant Major
Sergeant
Corporal
Private
What were some things taught in Steuben’s blue book?
- Different uniforms for officers, NCOs, and troops.
- Marching Orders
- Cleanliness Standards
- Accountability of Arms and Ammo
- Dealing with sick soldiers
- NCOs should lead and teach by example.
- The three general orders.
