MODULE 3 Flashcards
Is the extension or manifestation of consideration for others. It is shown among all juniors as well as seniors. The courtesy shown to a senior is a recognition of the responsibility and authority of his position that extend to a junior as the essential part that he plays as a member of the military team.
MILITARY COURTESY
Is that mental attitude and state of training which renders obedience and proper conduct instinctive under all conditions. It is generally indicated in all individuals or unit by smartness of appearance and action.
MILITARY DISCIPLINE
Is the most important form of military courtesy. It is exchanged with officers of the other Branches of Service and of officers from friendly nations.
MILITARY SALUTE
When reporting to a senior officer in his office, a junior removes his headgear, knocks and enters when told to do so. Upon entering, he marches up to within two paces and reports, “Sir, Sgt Juan dela Cruz reporting as ordered.” When the business is completed, the junior salutes, executes about face and withdraws. (True or false)
True
When a conversation between an officer and a soldier or a subordinate takes place, salutes are exchanged first. After the business is completed, it is not required anymore to exchange salutes. (True or false)
False (Correct answer: After the business is completed, salutes are again exchanged.)
When officers enter a room, an individual rises, removes his headgear and stands at attention. If more than one person is present, the first one to perceive the officer calls, “ATTENTION”. (True or false)
True
Military personnel enter these vehicles in inverse order of ranks. The most senior enters first but leaves last. (True or false)
False (Correct answer: The most senior enters last but leaves first.)
COURTESIES TO THE NATIONAL FLAG
Reveille and Retreat
Flag at Half-Staff or Half-Mast
Salute to The Passing Colors
Military personnel stand at attention and salute facing the flag or the music at the very first note until the last of these bugle calls
Reveille and Retreat
Displayed on Heroes Day, as a salute to the honored dead, and upon the death and funeral of military personnel and high civilian dignitaries. The flag must be hoisted first to the top of the staff before lowering the flag back midway between the top of the staff and the foot thereof
Flag at Half-Staff or Half-Mast
Military personnel render honors to a passing national color by executing a salute. If indoors and not in formation, personnel assume the position of attention but don’t salute. But if the colors are cased, honors are not required.
Salute to The Passing Colors
MILITARY TABOOS
- Uniforms Must Not Defamed
- Never Slink Under Cover to Avoid Retreat
- Offer no excuses
- The Use of Third Persons in Addressing an Officer Is of Poor Taste
- Servility Is Scorned
Integrity and high standards of conduct are an Armed Forces asset which must be maintained at all times. Infractions are punishable under the Uniform Code of the Military Justice.
Uniforms Must Not Defamed
As military personnel, we must always be proud and willing to pay homage and respect to the National Flag and Anthem. This is a form of an active nationalism.
Never Slink Under Cover to Avoid Retreat
Never volunteer excuses or explain a shortcoming unless an explanation is required. Only results are demanded, and more damage than good is done by proffering unsought excuses.
Offer No Excuses
Most officers frowns upon the use of the third person under any condition and is regarded as a form of servility.
The Use of Third Persons in Addressing an Officer Is of Poor Taste
“Boot-licking” and deliberate courting of favors is beneath the standards of the conduct expected of any military personnel.
Servility Is Scorned
These are inherited principles, standards and practices that serve as the established guides for an individual or group.
TRADITIONS
These are accumulated experiences and deeds passed on from generation to generation both in memory and reality.
TRADITIONS
These are accepted practices realized through continued usage that take the force and effect of a Common Law
CUSTOMS
MILITARY TRADITIONS
- Tradition of Valor
- Tradition of Duty
- Tradition of Honor
- Tradition of Solidarity
- Tradition of Loyalty
gallantry, courage, bravery and heroism
Tradition of Valor
public servant; sense of responsibility and self- sacrifice
Tradition of Duty
dignity and self-worth; treasured more than life
Tradition of Honor
unity, camaraderie and cohesion
Tradition of Solidarity
faithfulness, devotion and allegiance
Tradition of Loyalty
A military custom which compels the junior officers to visit or call upon their commanders
Courtesy Calls
A military custom which officers promoted to star ranks call on their Maj Service Commanders, the Chief-of-Staff, the SND and the Commander-in-Chief.
Call of Newly-Promoted Generals/Flag Officers
privileges given by the commanding officer to an officer of any armed service visiting his unit.
Courtesy to the Post
the purpose of signifying acceptance and welcome into the organization.
Presentation of Recruits to Colors
the act of acceptance for the recruits to give them a glimpse of what to expect from the organization for the duration of the training.
The reception
the giving of the sacred “handshake” to the recruits signifying complete and total acceptance to the organization.
The Recognition
a ceremony given to any departing officer prior to his change of assignment
Farewell Tendered to a Departing Officer
given to a military retiree in recognition to his long, faithful and honorable service to the AFP
Ceremony Tendered to a Retiree
an informal gathering in which this special form of unit leadership aims to develop camaraderie among the officers and men of a unit.
Happy Hour
officers call on their commander to signify a fruitful start of a Another year.
New Year’s Call on the Commanding Officer
the time when the children from a unit are entertained and given gifts.
Christmas Holiday Entertainment
done during Christmas and New Year’s day where the commander visits the troops during mealtime
Ceremonies at Holiday Dinners
a military custom of the union of an officer to his/her sweetheart; usually accompanied by a “draw sword”, a sword is used to cut the cake and a series consequence before the groom can take his wife to the bridal car
Military Weddings
a venue where personnel can spend their off-duty social and recreational life.
Patronage to the Officers’ or EP’s Club
commanders and other officers visit their personnel to ensure that all his needs are being attended to.
Visiting the Sick
a commander usually assigns an officer to the bereaved family to render any possible assistance needed.
Survivor Assistance to the Bereaved Family
PAF officers consists of the following ranks (Ascending order 1-6):
- Second Lieutenant
- First Lieutenant
- Captain
- Major
- Lieutenant Colonel
- Colonel
PAF general officers consists of the following ranks (Ascending order 1-4):
- Brigadier General
- Major General
- Lieutenant General
- General
PAF Enlisted personnel consists of the following ranks (Ascending order 1-9):
- Airman
- Airman Second Class
- Airman First Class
- Sergeant
- Staff Sergeant
- Technical Sergeant
- Master Sergeant
- Senior Master Sergeant
- Chief Master Sergeant
Commander-in-chief
President of the Philippines (PBBM)
Philippine Secretary of National Defense
Jose Faustino Jr.
Philippine Chief of Staff
Lt. Gen. Bartolome Vicente Bacarro
General Commander of the Air Force Reserve Command
Brigadier General Ramon Guiang
Deputy Commander of the Air Force Reserve Command
Colonel Napoleon Tacut
SERVES AS THE CIVILIAN ADVISER OF THE PRESIDENT ON MATTERS CONCERNING DEFENSE AND SECURITY OF THE STATE
SECRETARY OF NATIONAL DEFENSE
COMMANDS THE ARMED FORCES OF THE PHILIPPINES, IS PRINCIPAL MILITARY ADVISER OF THE PRESIDENT, AND EXECUTES THE PRESIDENTS COMMAND INSTRUCTIONS
CHIEF OF STAFF
TO CONDUCT PROMPT AND SUSTAINED GROUND OPERATION
PHILIPPINE ARMY MISSION
TO CONDUCT PROMPT AND SUSTAINED AIR OPERATION
PHILIPPINE AIR FORCE MISSION
TO CONDUCT PROMPT AND SUSTAINED NAVAL & MARITIME OPERATION
PHILIPPINE NAVY MISSION
THE UNIFIED COMMANDS
- National Capital Region Command (NCRCOM)
- Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM)
- Southern Luzon Command (SOLCOM)
- Western Command (WESCOM)
5 Central Command (CENCOM)
- Eastern Mindanao Command (EASTMINCOM)
- Western Mindanao Command (WESTMINCOM)
AFRC VISION
“A more capable and credible PAF Reserve Force responsive to national security and development”
ARCEN MISSION
To Train, Develop and Utilize the PAF Citizen Armed Force in the AOR.
ARCEN VISION
A pool of trained, qualified and committed citizen armed force ready for contingency utilization during peace time, crisis period and eventually during wartime.
AFWR MISSION
To provide forces as base for expansion of the PAF operating units in the event of war, invasion or rebellion; assist in relief and rescue during disasters or calamities; assist in socioeconomic development; and assist in the operation and maintenance of essential government or private utilities
PAFARRU MISSION
To provide forces as base for expansion of the PAF operating units in the event of war, invasion or rebellion; assist in relief and rescue during disasters or calamities; assist in socioeconomic development; and assist in the operation and maintenance of essential government or private utilities.
1st Air Reserve Center (1ARCEN)
Villamor Air Base, Pasay
2nd Air Reserve Center (2ARCEN)
Clark Air Base, Angeles City, Pampanga
3rd Air Reserve Center (3ARCEN)
Fernando Air Base, Lipa City, Batangas
4th Air Reserve Center (4ARCEN)
Antonio Bautista Air Base, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
5th Air Reserve Center (5ARCEN)
Mactan Air base, Lapu-Lapu City
6th Air Reserve Center (6ARCEN)
Edwin Andrews Air Base, Santa Maria, Zamboanga city
7th Air Reserve Center (7ARCEN)
TOWEASTMIN, Davao
