CC 102 Naval Heritage

Question 1

Following the disbandment of the Continental Navy; discuss the three circumstances that led to the formation of the U.S. Navy as we know it today.

Answer 1

1. Smuggling was diverting desperately needed tax money so in 1790 a fleet of ten boats for the collection of revenue. It became commonly known as the Revenue Marine.
2. In 1794 Congress authorized the Department of War to construct six frigates, for the protection of American merchantmen against the Barbary Corsairs.
3. Four years later, in response to renewed aggression by France during its war against Great Britain, Congress finally established the Department of the Navy,

Question 2

What are the four qualities that represent the characteristics of the Naval Forces?

Answer 2

Readiness
Flexibility
Self-sustainability
Mobility

Question 3

What are the three levels of naval operational planning?

Answer 3

Strategic
Operational
Tactical

Question 4

State the seven principles of planning to naval operations

Answer 4

Relevance
Clarity
Timeliness
Flexibility
Participation
Economy or Resources
Security
Coordination

Question 5

What are the strategic missions assigned to the Navy?

Answer 5

Freedom of the Seas
Deterrence
Forward Presence
Power Projection

Question 6

According to the Sailor’s Creed what do we represent?

Answer 6

I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.

Question 7

According to the Sailor’s Creed what are we committed to?

Answer 7

I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.

Question 8

What are the Navy’s Core Values?

Answer 8

Honor, Courage, Commitment

Question 9

Discuss the conditions that led to the creation of the Seabees.

Answer 9

As World War II drew near, there was an urgent need for more overseas bases. Airfields and landing strips had to be rushed into existence on far away islands. Clearly, we needed a combat MILITARY ORGANIZATION trained to construct these advance bases. Even before the outbreak of hostilities, the Bureau of Yards and Docks had conceived the idea of naval construction battalions. The first construction units were organized early in January 1942. Highly skilled construction workers were recruited, and whole construction companies volunteered men and equipment.

Question 10

What is the Seabee’s birthday?

Answer 10

Permission to use the name “Seabee” was granted on 5 March 1942. Each year
March 5th is observed as the anniversary of the Seabees.

Question 11

Who is the father of the Seabees?

Answer 11

Admiral Ben Moreell

Question 12

What was Admiral Ben Moreell’s position in 1942?

Answer 12

Chief of the Navy’s Bureau of Yards and Docks

Question 13

Discuss the significance of Marvin Shields

Answer 13

In Vietnam, Marvin E. Shields, was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. This nation’s highest recognition was awarded to Shields for his heroic efforts in the defense of a Special Forces camp and Vietnamese District Headquarters at Dong Xoai.

Question 14

What rate was Marvin Shields?

Answer 14

CM3

Question 15

What unit was Marvin Shields assigned to?

Answer 15

seabee team1104

Question 16

During World War II how many airstrips did the Seabees build in the Pacific?

Answer 16

111 major airstrips

Question 17

During World War II how many advanced bases did the Seabees build in the Pacific?

Answer 17

400 advanced bases

Question 18

During World War II in the Pacific the Seabees built hospitals for how many patients?

Answer 18

Bobcats

Question 19

How many Seabees participated in World War II?

Answer 19

325,000

Question 20

What major project did the Seabees accomplish on the Pacific island of Espiritu Santo?

Answer 20

Seabees constructed a 5,000-foot airstrip from virgin jungle in 20 days. From this airstrip, bombers destroyed the big Japanese air base nearing completion on Guadalcanal.

Question 21

Discuss operation “Cripple Chick”

Answer 21

A detachment of Seabees was sent to Yo Do in the Bay of Wonson to build an airstrip. The Seabees were given 35 days to complete the job, but they had the strip ready in 16 days. While building the strip the Seabees were under constant artillery bombardment from enemy forces on neighboring islands.

Question 22

How many Seabee battalions made deployment to Vietnam?

Answer 22

21

Question 23

Provides combat engineering and limited general engineering, bulk liquid (fuel and water), and utility support to the MAGTF

Answer 23

Engineer Support Battalion (ESB)

Question 24

Has the capability to survey, design, construct, repair, and improve expeditionary airfields and bases.

Answer 24

Marine Wing Support Squadrons (MWSS)

Question 25

Tasks include: engineer reconnaissance; emplacing obstacle systems; breaching operations; mine/countermine; demolitions; assault bridging; expedient bridge construction and repair; limited combat road and trail construction and maintenance; temporary vertical and horizontal construction; and provide provisional infantry.

Answer 25

Combat Engineer Battalion (CEB)

Question 26

Responsible for site surveys, bare-base construction using mobility assets (e.g., BEAR/EAGLE), concrete and asphalt paving, utility system installation and maintenance (e.g., water, waste water, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), fire protection/crash rescue, EOD operations, and readiness

Answer 26

Prime BEEF

Question 27

Responsible for heavy horizontal and vertical construction projects; site development; construction and repair of runways, taxiways, aprons, roads, and revetments; heavy earthwork; and construction and repair of facilities and infrastructure

Answer 27

RED HORSE

Question 28

State the purpose of the Civil Engineer Corps (CEC)

Answer 28

Modern day CEC is responsible for planning construction and public works functions at Navy and Marine Corps bases worldwide and for leading the Naval Construction Force (NCF).