Robert E. Lee’s plan to defeat the Union army at Gettysburg consisted of sending James Longstreet First Corps to outflank the Union left at Little Round Top and Big Round Top. Lee wanted the attack to take place stealthily and he hoped the attack would roll up the Federal line‚ and force them to leave their defensive positions. Lee wanted the attack to take place during the early morning. As Longstreet’s men were marching toward their target they had to reverse and countermarch after it was discovered
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Army Values Essay Honor‚ integrity‚ selfness-service‚ duty‚ respect‚ personal courage‚ and loyalty‚ these are the 7 army values in which each and every member must stay true to. My definition of honor may be skewed from the general publics view of honor. In my eyes‚ when you are thankful that you are given the opportunity to serve your country‚ that is when you are honorable. Integrity is what keeps this country going‚ each member of the military must have integrity to be successful. Do the right
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The challenges that the Union and the Confederacy faced during the Civil War were very different. Critical weaknesses that seemed unfit for war‚ plagued the opposing American forces‚ and would serve to be a continuous obstacle that would need to be conquered by patriotism of the people‚ for their opposing views. To allow for both sides to be competitive‚ the efforts put forth had to mold to the varied needs of the armies by both the civilian population and their militaries. To the people in the south
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Purpose of counseling Initial Counseling Job Title‚ Education‚ Financial Readiness‚ Promotion‚ Barracks Maintenance and Physical Fitness Key Points of Discussion SPC________ ‚ this is your initial counseling. The purpose of this counseling is to inform you of what I expect from you and to touch on some basic areas that will be followed up on‚ on monthly counseling’s. While here at work you are to do _________________________________. If you have any question or concerns about how to
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Union’s Army of the Potomac The field army who fought for the United States during the American Civil War in the 1860’s was called the Union’s Army of the Potomac. They were the primary Union Army in Eastern Theater of the American Civil War. The name Potomac means “river of swans.” The Potomac was also a river located on the Atlantic Ocean coast of the United States. The army had lost and won battles while adjusting to new commanders over the years. The first commander who led the Army of the Potomac
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America in 1861. When several of the Southern states broke away from the Union the Civil War was starting to fuel. From there one of the bloodiest wars in American history took place when the Confederates fired on Fort Sumter‚ the Federal military base in South Carolina. Through all of the battles and deaths‚ one of the greater aspects of the war was the courage and involvement of African-American soldiers and sailors of the Union army. In 1861‚ the United States Navy needed an astounding number of
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As stated in AR 670-1‚ Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia‚ paragraph 1-7 A‚ “General. The Army is a uniformed service where discipline is judged‚ in part‚ by the manner in which a soldier wears a prescribed uniform‚ as well as by the individual’s personal appearance. Therefore‚ a neat and well-groomed appearance by all soldiers is fundamental to the Army and contributes to building the pride and spirit essential to an effective military force. A vital ingredient of the Army’s strength
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Today I will talk about doing the right thing‚ being in the right place‚ at the right time. Punctuality is one of the many ways to show professionalism. My goals in the army are high and in to days army you have to be perceived as a high speed soldier. Perception is the key to success‚ now that I have missed formation people look down on me. Trying and doing‚ unprofessional soldier say things like "I will try to complete the mission sergeant." While professional soldier make statements like "I
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the Army‚ and other Soldiers.” Duty “Fulfill your obligations.” Respect “Treat people as they should be treated.” Selfless Service “Put the welfare of the nation‚ the Army and your subordinates above your own.” Honor “Live up to the army values.” Integrity “Do what’s right legally and morally.” and Personal Courage “Face fear‚ danger or adversity physical or moral.” We are all drilled on these 7 army values from the very first day of basic training and throughout our Army career
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an officer or other person for keeping accurate records of property‚ documents‚ or funds. The person having this obligation may or may not have actual possession of the property‚ documents‚ or funds. What I perceive from this definition is that the Army and Department of Defense in general expects you to maintain all issued equipment and anything that you have signed for. As a medic‚ it is a must that you be accountable for all your gear. If you lose your aid bag while in combat‚ How will you provide
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