The Eleven General Orders of a Sentry Flashcards
You will be required to quote one, or all, of the Eleven General Orders of a Sentry from memory anytime, anywhere, and to anyone by the fifth day of the first week of training. It is imperative that you learn the Eleven General Orders of a Sentry while you are in the Delayed Entry Program, prior to your departure for recruit training.
What is the First General Order of a Sentry?
The First General Order of a Sentry is to take charge of this post and all government property in view.
What is the Second General Order of a Sentry?
The Second General Order of a Sentry is to walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
What is the Third General Order of a Sentry?
The Third General Order of a Sentry is to report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
What is the Fourth General Order of a Sentry?
The Fourth General Order of a Sentry is to repeat all calls from posts more distant from the Guardhouse than my own.
What is the Fifth General Order of a Sentry?
The Fifth General Order of a Sentry is to quit my post only when properly relieved.
What is the Sixth General Order of a Sentry?
The Sixth General Order of a Sentry is to receive, obey, and pass on to the Sentry who relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch only.
What is the Seventh General Order of a Sentry?
The Seventh General Order of a Sentry is to talk to no one except in the line of duty.
What is the Eight General Order of a Sentry?
The Eighth General Order of a Sentry is to give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
What is the Ninth General Order of a Sentry?
The Ninth General Order of a Sentry is to call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions.
What is the Tenth General Order of a Sentry?
The Tenth General Order of a Sentry is to salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased.
What is the Eleventh General Order of a Sentry?
The Eleventh General Order of a Sentry is to be especially watchful at night, and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without the proper authority.
