PATRIOT BATTALION
KNOWLEDGE SHEET 2017-2018
Senior Army Instructor/Army Instructors
SAI: Lieutenant Colonel Lahood
AI: Command Sergeant Major Cabrera
AI: Sergeant Major Polanco
AI: First Sergeant Simmons
AI: Master Sergeant Badia
AI: Sergeant First Class Madison
AI: Sergeant First Class Dash
Staff Duties:
S-1 Adjutants:
The battalion S-1 is the administrative assistant to the Battalion Commander. The adjutant is also responsible for other administrative duties assigned by the Battalion Commander, Executive Officer or Instructor Staff.
(i.e.: manning board, updating cadet records, company and staff)
S-2 Security:
The battalion S-2 assists the battalion commander and the instruction staff in matters pertaining to unit security and enforces the provision of security requirements for the cadet battalion.
(i.e.: security for all drill competitions and car wash)
S-3 Operations:
The battalion S-3 assists the battalion commander in preparation, execution, and all training activities within the cadet battalion. Additionally, they keep the battalion commander informed of Patriot Battalion training activities.
(i.e.: maintaining training schedules for the battalion and keeping records of all the enlisted cadets’ training records(Inputting cadets' training records in JUMS)
S-4 Logistics:
The battalion S-4 is responsible for the maintenance, security, record keeping, issue and turn in of all U.S. government property (except ordinance). The S-4 coordinates securing of property with the S-2 security.
(i.e.: uniform distribution, ASU distribution, keeping supply room organized)
S-5 Information:
The battalion S-5 is the contact between the corps and the representatives of the student bodies, faculty, and local news media.
(i.e.: battalion sentinels, picture taking in all events)
S-6 Technology/Communication:
The battalion S-6 maintains the function of the battalion’s computers, printers, and all other electronic equipment. In addition, they improve all technological devices; update the patriot battalion website regularly with the daily announcement and events occurring that month.
(i.e.: resolve automation issues immediately)
S-7 Special Projects:
The battalion S-7 plans, coordinates, and maintains records on special projects as outlined by the cadet battalion commander, battalion executive officer, and instructor staff.
(i.e.: winter banquet, military ball, and other special projects)
Army Chain of Command:
Commander In Chief: Honorable Donald John Trump
Secretary of Defense: Honorable James Mattis
Secretary of the Army: Honorable Mark T. Esper
Chairman of Joint Chief of Staff: General Dunford
Chief of Staff of the Army: General Mark A. Milley
Sergeant Major of the Army: Sergeant Major of the Army Daniel A. Dailey
Commander of TRADOC: General Stephen Townsend
Command Sergeant Major of TRADOC: Command Sergeant Major David S. Davenport Sr.
Commanding General of Cadet Command: Major General John R. Evans Jr.
Command Sergeant Major of Cadet Command: Command Sergeant Major Kenneth J. Kraus Jr.
Director of Army JROTC: Colonel Michael Stinnett
Commander of 2nd Brigade: Colonel Matthew D. Rauscher
Command Sergeant Major of 2nd Brigade: Command Sergeant Major Robert Russell
In-Ranks Inspection Questions
Basic Knowledge
- What does JROTC stand for?
- What does LET stand for?
- What does JCLC stand for?
- What does SAI stand for?
- What does AI stand for?
- What is the mission of JROTC?
- What is the key to success in JROTC?
- What is the only level of distinction that JROTC units can earn?
Leadership
- What is the definition of leadership?
- What are the three leadership styles? Explain each.
Directing: Instructing subordinates.
Participating: Involving subordinates in the decision making process.
- What are the seven-army values?
D- Duty
R- Respect
S- Selfless Service
H- Honor
I- Integrity
P- Personal Courage
- Define teamwork.
Drill & Ceremony
- What are 2 parts of command?
- What foot do you call the command rear march?
- On which foot do you give the command halt?
- What is the normal cadence/rate of quick time?
- What is the rate of “double time”?
- How many inches are in a normal step in marching?
Map Reading
- How do you read a military map?
- What are the 5 basic colors on a military map and what do they represent?
Green- Vegetation
Brown- Contour lines/Elevation & relief
Black- Manmade objects
Red- Highly populated areas & major roads
- Name the 5 major terrain features on a military map?
- What are the 3 types of north on a military map?
First Aid & Health
- Define First Aid.
- What are the 2 types of fractures?
- What are the 4 lifesaving steps?
- Check for consciousness
- Check for breathing and heartbeat
- Check for bleeding
- Check for shock
Government
- What are the 3 branches of government and what do they do?
Judicial: Interprets the law.
Executive: Enforces and carries out the law.
- The Constitution of the U.S. was signed on what date?
- What is the highest court of land?
American History & Citizenship
- Who wrote the star spangled banner?
- What do the colors on the United States flag represent?
Blue- Justice, Vigilance, and Perseverance
White- Purity and Innocence
- What do the 13 stripes on the United States flag represent?
- What are the 3 types of American flags and which is the largest?
Military Customs & Courtesies
- Name the 6 basic staff positions found in most large military organizations.
- S-1: Administrative
- S-2: Information/Security
- S-3: Operations & Training
- S-4: Logistics/Supply
- S-5: Public Information
- S-6: Technology
The Cadet Creed
I am an Army Junior ROTC Cadet.
I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school and the Corps of Cadets.
I am loyal and patriotic.
I am the future of the United States of America.
I do not lie, cheat or steal and will always be accountable for my actions and deeds.
I will always practice good citizenship and patriotism.
I will work hard to improve my mind and strengthen my body.
I will seek the mantle of leadership and stand prepared to uphold the Constitution and
the American way of life.
May God grant me the strength to always live by this creed.
National Anthem
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hailed,
At the twilight's last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Through the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rocket's red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night,
That our flag was still there.
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
For the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
Rank Descriptions
Cadet Colonel: three lozenges
Cadet Lieutenant Colonel: two lozenges
Cadet Major: one lozenge
Cadet Captain: three discs
Cadet First Lieutenant: two discs
Cadet Second Lieutenant: one disc
Cadet Command Sergeant Major: three chevrons above three bars with a star within a wreath between
the chevrons and bars
Cadet Sergeant Major: three chevrons above three bars with a star between the chevrons and bars
Cadet First Sergeant: three chevrons above three bars with a diamond between the chevrons and bars
Cadet Master Sergeant: three chevrons above three bars
Cadet Sergeant First Class: three chevrons above two bars
Cadet Staff Sergeant: three chevrons above one bar
Cadet Sergeant: three chevrons
Cadet Corporal: two chevrons
Cadet Private First Class: one chevron above one bar
Cadet Private: one chevron
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