What Is Your Favorite Creed In The Military And Why?

2015-07-23T18:07:21-04:00

Without no doubt RallyPoint there can be only one creed that represents my favorite creed in our military. The prestigious DRILL SERGEANT CREED above all others. Simply represents professionalism like no other creed to me in my opinion. We will always remember our Drill Sergeants long after our military duty. LONG LIVE the Drill Sergeant Creed! Becoming a DRILL SERGEANT IN DECEMBER 2005 and serving at Sandhill, Fort Benning GA; with C/2-47 IN "Charlie Rock, Panther Battalion". I owe it all to my Drill Sergeants and a lot more gratitude. Thanks for training me to fight, win and survive and what the word BATTLE BUDDY MEANS. Yea, didn't know then, but boyee did they watch my 6 and cover me while I moved (the U.S. Soldier).

December 1989-March 1990 U.S. Army (Basic Combat Training) FT. Sill, OK
1ST PLT
SENIOR DRILL SERGEANT JONES
DRILL SERGEANT PULU
DRILL SERGEANT WILLIAMS

Drill Sergeant Creed
I am a Drill Sergeant
I will assist each individual in their efforts to become a highly motivated, well disciplined, physically and mentally fit Soldier, capable of defeating any enemy on today’s modern battlefield.
I will instill pride in all I train, Pride in self, in the Army, and in country.
I will insist that each Soldier meets and maintains the Army’s standards of military bearing and courtesy, consistent with the highest traditions of the U.S. Army.
I will lead by example, never requiring a Soldier to attempt any task I would not do myself.
But First, Last, and always, I am an American Soldier, sworn to defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, both foreign and domestic.
I am a Drill Sergeant.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 6:11 PM

2015-07-23T18:11:53-04:00

I've got to say the NCO Creed and then the Drill Sergeant Creed, BATTLE.

Response by PVT Robert Brandenburg made Jul 23 at 2015 6:15 PM

2015-07-23T18:15:45-04:00

2nd to None

Response by SGT Brian Nile made Jul 23 at 2015 6:18 PM

2015-07-23T18:18:34-04:00

I like the NCO Creed Sarge!

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 6:21 PM

2015-07-23T18:21:59-04:00

I am an NCO, dedicated to training new Marines and influencing the old. I am forever conscious of each Marine under my charge and by example will inspire them to the highest standards possible. I will strive to be patient, understanding, just and firm. I will commend the deserving and encourage the wayward.
I will never forget that I am responsible to my Commanding Officer for the morale, discipline, and efficiency of my Marines and their performance will reflect an image of me.

Response by CMSgt Mark Schubert made Jul 23 at 2015 6:40 PM

2015-07-23T18:40:38-04:00

For me its the Airman's Creed! The Airman's Creed helps establish a coherent bond between the members of the USAF. The creed is fueled by the Air Force's heritage and, in the words of General T. Michael Moseley, "the warfighting-focused culture, conviction, character, ethic, mindset, spirit and soul we foster in all Airmen".

I am an American Airman.
I am a Warrior.
I have answered my Nation’s call.
I am an American Airman.
My mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win.
I am faithful to a Proud Heritage,
A Tradition of Honor,
And a Legacy of Valor.
I am an American Airman.
Guardian of Freedom and Justice,
My Nation’s Sword and Shield,
Its Sentry and Avenger.
I defend my Country with my Life.
I am an American Airman.
Wingman, Leader, Warrior.
I will never leave an Airman behind,
I will never falter,
And I will not fail.

Response by Cpl Toby Dodd made Jul 23 at 2015 6:40 PM

2015-07-23T18:40:40-04:00

Marine Corps NCO Creed

Response by PVT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 6:50 PM

2015-07-23T18:50:05-04:00

Why does the drill sergeant badge have 7 stars on the left but 6 on the right?

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Jul 23 at 2015 6:57 PM

2015-07-23T18:57:45-04:00

SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL The Quartermaster Creed of course:

I am Quartermaster
My story is enfolded in the history of this nation.
Sustainer of Armies...
My forges burned at Valley Forge.
Down frozen, rutted roads my oxen hauled
the meager foods a bankrupt Congress sent me...
Scant rations for the cold and starving troops,
Gunpowder, salt, and lead.

In 1812 we sailed to war in ships my boatwrights built.
I fought beside you in the deserts of our great Southwest.
My pack mules perished seeking water holes,
And I went on with camels.
I gave flags to serve.
The medals and crest you wear are my design.

Since 1862, I have sought our fallen brothers
from Private to President.
In war or peace I bring them home
And lay them gently down in fields of honor.

Provisioner, transporter.
In 1898 I took you to Havana Harbor and the Philippines.
I brought you tents, your khaki cloth for uniforms.
When yellow fever struck, I brought the mattresses you lay upon.

In 1918, soldier... like you.
Pearl harbor, too. Mine was the first blood spilled that day.
I jumped in darkness into Normandy, D-Day plus 1.
Bataan, North Africa, Sicily. I was there.
The 'chutes that filled the gray Korean skies were mine;
I lead the endless trains across the beach in Vietnam.

By air and sea I supported the fight for Grenada.
Helicopters above the jungles of Panama carried my supplies.
In Desert Storm, I was there when we crossed the border into
Iraq...sustaining combat and paying the ultimate sacrifice as we liberated Kuwait.

I AM QUARTERMASTER.
I can shape the course of combat,
Change the outcome of battle.
Look to me: Sustainer of Armies...Since 1775.

I AM QUARTERMASTER. I AM PROUD.

Response by COL Charles Williams made Jul 23 at 2015 7:05 PM

2015-07-23T19:05:09-04:00

The Ranger Creed! SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL Because.

Then, the NCO Creed!!!!

Response by CPO Joseph Grant made Jul 23 at 2015 7:23 PM

2015-07-23T19:23:11-04:00

United States Navy Chief Petty Officer Creed

During the course of this day you have been caused to humbly accept challenge and face adversity. This you have accomplished with rare good grace. Pointless as some of these challenges may have seemed, there were valid, time-honored reasons behind each pointed barb. It was necessary to meet these hurdles with blind faith in the fellowship of Chief Petty Officers. The goal was to instill in you that trust is inherent with the donning of the uniform of a Chief. It was our intent to impress upon you that challenge is good; a great and necessary reality which cannot mar you - which, in fact, strengthens you. In your future as a Chief Petty Officer., you will be forced to endure adversity far beyond that imposed upon you today. You must face each challenge and adversity with the same dignity and good grace you demonstrated today. By experience, by performance, and by testing, you have been this day advanced to Chief Petty Officer. In the United States Navy - and only in the United States Navy - the rank of E7 carries with it unique responsibilities and privileges you are now bound to observe and expected to fulfill. Your entire way of life is now changed. More will be expected of you; more will be demanded of you. Not because you are a E7 but because you are now a Chief Petty Officer. You have not merely been promoted one paygrade, you have joined an exclusive fellowship and, as in all fellowships, you have a special responsibility to your comrades, even as they have a special responsibility to you. This is why we in the United States Navy may maintain with pride our feelings of accomplishment once we have attained the position of Chief Petty Officer. Your new responsibilities and privileges do not appear in print. They have no official standing; they cannot be referred to by name, number, nor file. They have existed for over 100 years, Chiefs before you have freely accepted responsibility beyond the call of printed assignment. Their actions and their performance demanded the respect of their seniors as well as their juniors. It is now required that you be the fountain of wisdom, the ambassador of good will, the authority in personal relations as well as in technical applications. "Ask the Chief" is a household phrase in and out of the Navy. You are now the Chief. The exalted position you have now achieved - and the word exalted is used advisedly - exists because of the attitude and performance of the Chiefs before you. It shall exist only as long as you and your fellow Chiefs maintain these standards. It was our intention that you never forget this day. It was our intention to test you, to try you, and to accept you. Your performance has assured us that you will wear "the hat" with the same pride as your comrades in arms before you. We take a deep and sincere pleasure in clasping your hand, and accepting you as a Chief Petty officer in the United States Navy..

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 7:27 PM

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Response by CPT Chris Loomis made Jul 23 at 2015 7:31 PM

2015-07-23T19:31:40-04:00

I'm real simple, easy and straight forward.... The Soldiers Creed.

If I had to choose a second it would be The Ranger Creed.

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 7:36 PM

2015-07-23T19:36:37-04:00

I would have to go with the Warrant Officer Creed, because each sentence of the creed starts with each letter from the word "Warrant Officer" and because each sentence rings true and shouldn't be taken lightly.

Willingly render loyal services to superiors, subordinates and peers in every organization of which they are members.

Always set an example in conduct, appearance and performance that will make others proud to know and work with them.

Reliably discharge all duties with which they are confronted whether such duties are expressed or implied.

Readily subordinate their personal interests and welfare to those of their organization and their subordinates.

Accept responsibility at every opportunity and acknowledge full accountability for their actions.

Never knowingly tolerate wrong-doing by themselves or others, whether by commission or omission, design or neglect.

Teach other people in a way that effectively expand and perpetuate the scope of their technical competence.

Obtain breadth of perspective and depth of understanding beyond the limits of their specific responsibility.

Faithfully adhere to their oath of office in all respects, upholding and defending the United State's Constitution by both word and deed.

Forcefully take the initiative to stimulate constructive action in all areas requiring or inviting their attention.

Improve themselves both physically and mentally, professionally and personally, to increase their own abilities and the value of their services.

Contribute their past experiences, service and knowledge to a dedicated effort for a betterment of the future.

Earn an ironclad reputation for the absolute integrity of their word.

Reflect credit and inspire confidence in themselves, the Warrant Officer Corps, the military service of the nation and the United States of America.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 11:31 PM

2015-07-23T23:31:01-04:00

After Serving on the same Flight line as the Purple Foxes for around three years (and counting) I have had several occasions to do business with them, I relished the opportunity to fly on one of their phrogs before they made the change to plopters, and I have always been impressed by their motto "Give a Shit", and have tried to instill that mentality into my Marines. Give a Shit about your heritage, give a shit about your job, give a shit about your legacy as a Marine.

Response by SGM Steve Wettstein made Jul 24 at 2015 5:28 AM

2015-07-24T05:28:39-04:00

The Creed of the Noncommissioned Officer

No one is more professional than I. I am a Noncommissioned Officer, a leader of Soldiers. As a Noncommissioned Officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as “The Backbone of the Army.” I am proud of the Corps of Noncommissioned Officers, and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the military service, and my country; regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure, profit, or personal safety.

Competence is my watch-word. My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind: The accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my Soldiers. I will strive to remain technically and tactically proficient. I am aware of my role as a Noncommissioned Officer, I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. All Soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that leadership. I know my Soldiers, and I will always place their needs above my own. I will communicate consistently with my Soldiers, and never leave them uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment.

Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my Soldiers. I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, Noncommissioned Officers, leaders!

Response by SGT William Howell made Jul 24 at 2015 7:41 AM

2015-07-24T07:41:27-04:00

Not really a creed as much as it is a battle cry,......well it is really both. It is for the MP Corps and it goes something like this, "Death before Dismount!" Since we hold this one value so dear to our hearts I guess that makes it our creed. Because of this creed the army is looking at putting in a drive thru at all DFACs. You are welcome!

Response by SGT William Howell made Jul 24 at 2015 7:50 AM

2015-07-24T07:50:23-04:00

I made a specialist I had memorize this and every time I saw him he would have to give it to me. I hated this guy and he truly was a weasel. Last I heard he had just picked up a platoon. I guess it does get you places.

The Creed of the Blue Falcon

I am a buddy fucker
I am a blue falcon and a waste of life.
I fuck all my battle buddies, and live by the battle buddy fucker creed.
I will always place my self first.
I will never help a battle buddy.
I will always quit.
I will always fuck my comrades.
I am disciplined, physically and mentally weak, trained and proficient in my blue falcon tasks and drills.
I always maintain my note book, my pen and fuck my buddies at a moments notice.
I am an expert and I am a professional at fucking all my battle buddies.
I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy, my battle buddies phase pass and weekend.
I am a guardian of cocks and the blue falcon way of life.
I am a buddy fucker.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 24 at 2015 9:14 AM

2015-07-24T09:14:19-04:00

RANGER CREED
R ecognizing that I volunteered as a ranger, fully knowing the hazards of my chosen profession, I will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and high esprit de corps of my ranger regiment.

A cknowledging the fact that a ranger is a more elite soldier, who arrives at the cutting edge of battle by land, sea, or air, I accept the fact that as a ranger, my country expects me to move further, faster, and fight harder than any other soldier.

N ever shall I fail my comrades. I will always keep myself mentally alert, physically strong, and morally straight, and I will shoulder more than my share of the task, whatever it may be, one hundred percent and then some.

G allantly will I show the world that I am a specially selected and well trained soldier. My courtesy to superior officers, neatness of dress, and care of equipment shall set the example for others to follow.

E nergetically will I meet the enemies of my country. I shall defeat them on the field of battle for I am better trained and will fight with all my might. Surrender is not a ranger word. I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country.

R eadily will I display the intestinal fortitude required to fight on to the ranger objective and complete the mission, though I be the lone survivor.

RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!

Response by SPC Tony Bucaro made Jul 24 at 2015 11:31 AM

2015-07-24T11:31:46-04:00

The Infantry Creed!!! Once a Grunt, Always a Grunt!!! HOOAH!!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 24 at 2015 11:34 AM

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I like the soldiers creed. It resonates more that the officers NCO or various specialties creed. For we all all soldiers regardless of rank or job. The creed unifies us as one team to complete the mission and take care of each other.

Response by MSgt Matthew Meindl made Jul 24 at 2015 1:09 PM

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Peace through Deterrence.

Response by SSG Sean Gallagher made Jul 24 at 2015 2:49 PM

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Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Jul 24 at 2015 7:54 PM

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Simple: Don't Quit!

Response by SGM Steve Wettstein made Jul 25 at 2015 8:35 AM

2015-07-25T08:35:33-04:00

The Dog Face Soldier Song is pretty much a creed for 3ID. ROTM.

I Wouldn't Give A Bean
To Be A Fancy Pants Marine
I'd Rather Be A
Dog Face Soldier Like I Am

I Wouldn't Trade My Old OD's
For All The Navy's Dungarees
For I'm The Walking Pride
Of Uncle Sam

On Army Posters That I Read
It Says "Be All That You Can"
So They're Tearing Me Down
To Build Me Over Again

I'm Just A Dog Face Soldier
With A Rifle On My Shoulder
And I Eat Raw Meat
For Breakfast E'V'RY Day

So Feed Me Ammunition
Keep Me In Third Division
Your Dog Face Soldier's A-Okay

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 25 at 2015 9:14 AM

2015-07-25T09:14:34-04:00

Infantryman's creed, hands down.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 26 at 2015 9:56 AM

2015-07-26T09:56:21-04:00

3D1X7 "Cable Dawg" creed.

Response by SPC Adam Shaw made Sep 4 at 2015 3:34 AM

2015-09-04T03:34:42-04:00

THE FISTERS CREED ...
First and Foremost, I am the greatest killer on the battlefield. Without me the King Of Battle cannot survive! Ask anyone on the battlefield who is their Savior, they will send you to me. Who am I? Those I consider friends call me "Fister." Those who fear me call me a high payoff target. As I hunt my enemy, my enemy hunts me, as my enemy attempts to kill me, I wipe him off the face of the Earth. For I determine the out come of war, but if I am not there, the war has no direction. You see, I have the power to call upon the Demons of War, the mortars, artillery, MLRS, naval gunfire, attack aviation, and the fast movers. These are my "Tools", my instruments of death. My greatest tool, however is my radio! Whether it is on my back or on a platform, I possess the gift of gab with a touch of finesse. And I employ these tools, my power grows. Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. But in my worldly endeavors the spoils of war have yet to diminish my quest for peace. As i do my job, I help write history of wars, past and of those yet to come. But in the pages that I turn, I have yet to read the words "Forward Observer, Fire Supporter, F.O. or Fister I am all of these! So it is vital that you learn my name, Vital that you learn to use my talents, Vital that you learn to trust me. Be glad that I am at your side and that I am on your side.-I AM THE KING OF BATTLE, AND THE EYES OF DEATH! I AM A FISTER!

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Nov 21 at 2015 8:59 PM

2015-11-21T20:59:10-05:00

Don't Quit!

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 21 at 2015 9:08 PM

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Military Police Creed

I am a soldier and proud member of the United States Army Military Police Corps Regiment.
I am Of the Troops and For the Troops.

I believe there is no higher calling than to ASSIST, PROTECT, and DEFEND my fellow soldiers, their families, and the basic ideals of our Constitution that guarantee our freedom and our American way of life.

I am always ready to help individual soldiers retain or regain their dignity.

I assist commanders in performing their missions, safeguarding their commands, and maintaining discipline, law and order.

I am proud of the Military Police Corps Regiment and fully understand the awesome responsibility given to all military police soldiers.

At the same time, I am humble because I know that I am a servant of my country and my Army.

To perform my duties properly, my honesty, integrity, and courage must be balanced by competence, alertness, and courtesy.

I know I am constantly in the public eye and my behavior sets the standards of excellence of my fellow soldiers.

To my unit, my commander, and myself, I promise sustained, just and honorable support.

To my country, the Army and my Regiment, I promise the skills of my training, my physical ability, my mental initiative, and my moral courage, for I am a soldier in the MILITARY POLICE CORPS REGIMENT.

Response by SSG Audwin Scott made Nov 30 at 2015 1:33 PM

2015-11-30T13:33:37-05:00

You Call we Haul!!!

Response by CPL Jerry Shook made Feb 5 at 2016 11:45 PM

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It's an acronym not a creed, but it's my favorite! "LDRSHIP" Loyaly, Duty, Respect, Selfless service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal courage.