1. Identify the author’s mission (task and purpose) in writing this book. Also, why did you choose this book?…
The short story Marine Corps Issue is written by David McLean. It is an account of a family who has been affected by the war; Jonathan’s father had fought against the Vietnamese and had become a POW. The past of the father had been kept a secret till Jonathan becomes curious and finds out the truth. It had been kept a secret because the parents did not want to expose the children to the cruel past they had faced. This is a very well written story told from the 1st person point of view. If it was written in any other point of view the essence of the story would be lost.…
"To develop Midshipmen morally, mentally and physically and to imbue them with the highest ideals of duty, honor and loyalty in order to graduate leaders who are dedicated to a career of naval service and have potential for future development in mind and character to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship and government." The mission statement of this institution will not only prepare me to lead Marines and Sailors but allow me to contribute better to society. I will be a part of something bigger than myself as a member of the greatest naval service in the world.…
Since I was a young child, I have always admired the United States military. I have always had a deep sense of pride in my country and believed that one day I too would find myself in the United States military. Today, I am a member of the Army enlisted corps. I serve with honorable junior enlisted and Non-Commissioned Officers who deserve great respect. I am ready to take what I have learned from the enlisted corps and move forward in my efforts to expand my knowledge and abilities by becoming a commissioned officer in the United States Army.…
Despite non-selection, my pursuit of this prestigious and challenging position will not be deterred. My naval career, I have continually sought positions of greater responsibility and produced exceptional results in each of those positions. While I take great pride in being a Chief Petty Officer, I feel the experience I have acquired as a Chief will benefit any wardroom I am a member of. It is important to note that I did not submit an LDO-CWO package for FY-14 due to the time constraints I experienced while standing up Naval Beach Unit SEVEN with an under staffed office and operational commitment.…
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program can be a four-year journey of life changing experiences that build character and leadership. I was a freshman when I first join JROTC, and I wasn’t sure what to expect. Throughout my student life being a cadet, I was challenged physically, mentally, and emotionally. But I was able to learn more about teamwork and leadership. The curriculum consists of practical exercises that directly target an individual’s leadership and character. JROTC has taught me what I would not have learned in any other class in high school. Cadets have overcome fears and have formed lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories. Overall, they have found JROTC has molded a sense of character within them just as it has for me.…
How you lead your life is the decision before you (Marine). After becoming an officer the leadership skills and adaptive ability I have been constantly taught will show through everything I set my mind too. A marine is expected to take charge, to improvise, to adapt, to overcome (Col. Daniel F. Bolger). Something that I will soon implement. Becoming an Officer also means high pay than enlisted ranks. While the initial pay for an E-1 Enlisted is $1.566.93, the initial pay for an O-1 Officer is $2,972.45, over a staggering 90% increase in…
I feel that I am qualified to be an officer because I was a member, Vice-President, and then President of my high school’s volunteer club (Interact Club). I went to a small, Christian private school, and the club was student-lead with minimal help from our two faculty sponsors. The Interact Club was my greatest achievement in high school. Before my Secretary, and then Vice President and I came into office, even at our small school, many students, teachers and faculty were unaware of what Interact was and what we did in the community. We brought a new aura, publicity, worked exclusively with our Head of School, designed brand new t-shirts, brought in a new executive board, financial sponsors, and hosted our school’s very first talent show where…
Early in life, my family instilled in me exceptional integrity and values, and emphasized the importance of respect and hard work. Passed to me through a strict upbringing, these values and personal qualities have given me a steadfast foundation upon which to further develop myself as both a man and a leader. In preparation for an appointment, I have pushed myself greatly on all fronts. Academically, I have consistently pursued the most challenging opportunities available to me, and have excelled in doing so, all while maintaining the responsibilities of year-round sports, a job, youth group, and clubs. As team captain of two sports, president of the Beta Club, and a youth leader in my church, my time is often spread thin between the duties of each, but I feel that I have flourished in these positions, and feel a natural calling for leadership. Physically, I have trained hard to meet and exceed the standards set forth by the academies, and have participated in some of the toughest and most mentally demanding sports available at my school. I have pushed myself not only to prepare for a service academy, but for my subsequent life in the service; as I hope to have demonstrated, I am extremely passionate about serving and protecting my nation, and will pursue this pathway regardless of my acceptance into a service academy. Although I still have much to learn, I am confident that I am qualified to meet and maintain the high standards for which the service academies are…
It is my strongest desire to continue to serve in the United States Coast Guard to complete no less than 20 years. As of 01 SEP 2016 I will have 17 years 11 months and 26 days of service. I have earned three Achievement Medals, eight Meritorious Team Awards, and five Good Conduct Awards. In my performance at multiple units and in various positions of responsibility, my supervisors had requested me to extend. After a year stationed at Training Center Petaluma I have received my PERJC code as a military instructor. I have completed Class Advisor, Peer Indoctrination Training, Instructor Development Course, Job Aid Workshop, and Microsoft courses. Bing a vital team member of the ET "A" School staff, I have been able to educate and pass down…
The Non-Commissioned Officers are the backbone of the United States Marine Corps. This is an punctual statement thats helps show the functioning of the Marine Corps today. NCOs keep order and discipline within the ranks, they are the example for all junior Marines. There is a matter of respect earned when promoted to a rank as such. This is what makes the orders given by an NCO a vital aspect of obedience. As well as regarding your leadership with respect is a fundamental attribute instilled within every Marine in recruit training. Respect in the chain of command provides horizontal cohesion within the section.…
I felt as though I was not cut out for the officer role as the semester went on but felt as though I needed to live a life style as an enlisted soldier. I will then continue with my effort in becoming an officer for this great Army after getting experience as an enlisted soldier. I have thought about this decision for quite some time now and believe that going enlisted before I earn my officer rank will better prepare me for a leadership role in young men and women’s lives.…
The Naval Academy has some of the highest standards for it’s students in the world and I know that I will achieve nothing short of perfection. I am willing to commit my life to the Navy and put every ounce of effort I have into…
The Naval Academy will grant me a prestigious education that will enable me to achieve my long range goals of becoming a more adept leader, student, and athlete. The academy will aid me in becoming a capable leader that will prepare for future outcomes and establish relationships that will assist in future endeavors. The academy’s rigorous academics will ensure my erudition which is a necessity to reach my goal of graduation. The numerous athletic opportunities offered at the academy will warrant future success in arduous physical tasks.…
This case discussed on the issue of choosing the most suitable performance measurement for MarineCorp Sdn. Bhd. and SURIA group of companies. MarineCorp is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SURIA group of companies. MarineCorp was the maritime solutions provider for SURIA; it regulates and enforces the Group’s policy on maritime activities, especially the vessel inspection and vetting on the vessels under SURIA. The company has two subsidiaries; the first one is Green Port Sdn. Bhd. which ran marine facilities and secondly is Sungai Emas Port Sdn. Bhd. which ran port facilities. In the case, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the company need to decide whether to pursue the old performance measurement or follows the order of the Chairman of SURIA group of companies.…