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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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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
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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.
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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.
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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SSgt (Join to see) Well said and eloquently conveyed. Much respect to the Marines!
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Sgt Jerami Ballard
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Unfortunately they changed it a couple years back to something longer and more contrived.

"I am the backbone of the United States Marine Corps. I am a Marine Noncommisioned Officer.
I serve as the vital link between my commander (and all officers) and enlisted Marines. I will never forget who I am and what I represent. I will challenge myself to the limit and be ever attentive to duty.
I am now, more than ever, committed to excellence in all that I do, so that I can set the proper example for other Marines. I will demand of myself all of the energy, knowledge, and skills I possess, so I can instill confidence in those I teach.
I will constantly strive to perfect my own skills and to become a good leader. Above all I will be truthful in all I say and do. My integrity shall be as impeccable as my appearance. I will be honest with myself, with those under my charge, and with my superiors. I pledge to do my best to incorporate all of the leadership traits into my character.
For such is the heritage I have received from that long, illustrious line of professionals who have worn the bloodstripe so proudly before me.
I must give the very best I have for my Marines, my Corps, and my Country for though today I instruct and supervise in peace, tomorrow, I may lead in war.


I was honestly surprised it didn't have Gen. Amos' signature at the end of it.
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PFC Terry Kuehner
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SEMPER FI do or die, OOH RAW
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Unfortunately that has been true too many times in the military!
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Because of OEF/OIF requirements we needed more leaders and we promoted too many people of all ranks that were not ready and now we are feeling the effects of that. Need to get back to basic leadership skills and standards.
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CPO Joseph Grant
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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..
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LCDR Robert Turner
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The Initiation, presentation of the Cover and reading of the CPO Creed way back in 1986 stand out among the greatest moments on my career. On the way to Chief and into my LDO career I will always remember three great Chiefs that inspire me today; RMCM(SS) Myron Leanna, RMCS(SS) Rick Sullivan, and RMCM(SS) Bill Elliott. They proved how to lead outside the Chief's Mess and inspired many to seek the anchors.
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CPO Emmett (Bud) Carpenter
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I retired in 1989. Being a chief is the best job in the world. I do miss being "The Chief".
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MCPO Douglas Pennington
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Brother you said it all. That Creed said so much and every bit of it was true to the point. Initiation should still be around. It taught us all a lot about humility, we all grew as one and learned the true meaning of team work. Those lessons i learned in 1993 went with me the rest of my career and are still ingrained in my this day as i work my second career. Leadership, Professionalism, Knowledge are those traits that you will always hold dear to your heart.
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CPO Joseph Grant
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I agree completely. My initiation was in '99. I truly miss th Mess.
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What Is Your Favorite Creed In The Military And Why?
COL Mikel J. Burroughs
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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.
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs Sweet indeed! I am a Transporter, thanks for your service to our Nation.
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SPC Jan Allbright, M.Sc., R.S.
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Airborne Creed

I am an Airborne trooper! I jump by parachute from any plane in flight. I volunteered to do it, knowing full well the hazards of my choice.

I serve in a mighty Airborne Force – famed for deeds in War – renowned for readiness in peace. It is my pledge to uphold its honor and prestige in all that I am – in all I do.

I am an elite trooper – a sky trooper – a spearhead trooper.

I blaze the way to far flung goals – behind, before, above my country’s enemy’s front lines.

I know that someday I may have to fight without support for days on end. Therefore, I keep my mind and body always fit to do my part in any Airborne mission. I am self reliant and unafraid. I shoot true, and march fast and far. I fight hard and will excel in everything I do just in case of war.

I will never fail a fellow paratrooper. I cherish the sacred trust and the lives of men with whom I serve. Leaders have my fullest loyalty, and those who I lead will never, never find me lacking.

I have pride in being Airborne! I will never let it down! In peace, I do not shrink from the dullest duty nor protest the toughest training. My weapon and equipment will always be combat ready. I will be neatly dressed, show courtesy and watch my behavior in a proper Airborne military manner.

In battle, I fear no enemy’s ability, nor underestimate his ability, power or threats. I will fight him with all my might and skills – staying alert to avoid traps and try to escape if I should ever be captured. I will never surrender while I still have the means to fight, though I may be the last paratrooper.

My goal in peace and war is to succeed in any mission of the day or night, even though I may die doing so. For I belong to a proud and glorious team…

The AIRBORNE, the ARMY, my Country – the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. I am its chosen few, I volunteer to fight where others may not want to go or serve.

I am a trooper of the sky! I am my Nation’s best! In peace and war I will never fail, Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere…I am Airborne!

I volunteered as a parachutist, fully realizing the hazard of my chosen service and by my thoughts and actions will always uphold the prestige, honor and high esprit-de-corps of parachute troops.

I realize that a parachutist is not merely a Soldier who arrives by parachute to fight, but is an elite shock trooper and that his country expects him to march farther and faster, to fight harder, and to be more self-reliant than any other Soldier. Parachutists of all allied armies belong to this great brotherhood.

I shall never fail my fellow comrades by shirking any duty or training, but will always keep myself mentally and physically fit and shoulder my full share of the task, whatever it may be.

I shall always accord my superiors fullest loyalty and I will always bear in mind the sacred trust I have in the lives of the men I will accompany into battle.

I shall show other Soldiers by my military courtesy, neatness of dress and care of my weapons and equipment that I am a picked and well trained Soldier.

I shall endeavor always to reflect the high standards of training and morale of parachute troops.

I shall respect the abilities of my enemies, I will fight fairly and with all my might, surrender is not in my creed.

I shall display a high degree of initiative and will fight on to my objective and mission, though I be the lone survivor.

I shall prove my ability as a fighting man against the enemy on the field of battle, not by quarreling with my comrades in arms or by bragging about my deeds.

I shall always realize that battles are won by an army fighting as a team, that I fight first and blaze the path into battle for others to follow and to carry the battle on.

I belong to the finest unit in the world. By my actions and deeds alone, I speak for my fighting ability. I will strive to uphold the honor and prestige of my outfit, making my country proud of me and of the unit to which I belong.
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COL Charles Williams
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The Ranger Creed! SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL Because.

Then, the NCO Creed!!!!
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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COL Charles Williams , well said, my 1SG used to recite the Ranger Creed and Stance to our Basic trainees. They were on the 1SG OPFOR detail. Boyee did they bring the pain on our bivouac.
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SGM Steve Wettstein
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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!
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SSG Keith Roberson
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This one is by far the best!! I still live by it today in my civilian life. Thanks for posting it SGM! Have a great weekend.
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SGM Steve Wettstein
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SSG Keith Roberson Roger that brother.
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SGT Brian Nile
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Roger that also!
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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.
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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.
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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CW4 (Join to see) well profound Warrant Officer Creed. I really see why now Warrants are so much respected and appreciated in the chain of command.
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That's same way that I feel about the NCO and Drill SGT Creeds too. Not everyone is worthy to recite those creed and carry those torches.
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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Sweet! words to adhere to.
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Marine Corps NCO Creed
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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.
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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Well said and articulately expressed. Powerful words to perform your duty to the nation.
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SGT Glenn E Moody
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the Infantryman's Creed
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