Marine Corps Missions and Deployments
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What is the primary purpose of the Marine Corps?

The Marine Corps is trained, organized, and equipped for offensive amphibious employment and as a force of readiness.

What are the seven missions required of the Marine Corps?

  1. Provide fleet marine forces, 2. Provide detachments and organizations for service on armed vessels and security detachments on Naval property, 3. Develop amphibious operations, 4. Provide Marine forces for airborne operations, 5. Develop airborne operations, 6. Expand peacetime components to meet wartime needs, 7. Perform such other duties as the President may direct.

What is the purpose of HQMC?

To assist the Secretary of the Navy in carrying out his responsibilities, responsible for total performance of the Marine Corps, and develops the people.

What is the purpose of MCDC?

<p>To develop fully integrated Marine Corps warfighting capabilities, field combat-ready troops, and develop warfare strategies, doctrine, and tactics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Marcorsyscom?

<p>Not provided in the text (Marcorsyscom was mentioned, but its purpose was not stated)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEFs) located?

<ol> <li>California and Arizona, 2. North and South Carolina, 3. Japan and Hawaii</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the five echelons of maintenance?

<p>Organizational, Intermediate, Depot, and two not specified (1st and 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 5th)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of the MTVR?

<p>Independent suspension, 7-ton, primary troop transport, can move through 60 inches of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the M996 and M977?

<p>The M996 can carry 2 liter or 6 ambulatory patients, while the M977 can carry 4 liter or 8 ambulatory patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the MAGTF deployment and distribution operations center (MDDOC)?

<p>To direct, coordinate, supervise, and train staff for deployment and distribution operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Chief of Staff in the military?

<p>Directing, coordinating, supervising, and training staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an MRAP (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicle?

<p>To provide protection against mines and ambushes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four Force Protection Conditions (FPCONs) and what do they indicate?

<p>FPCON Alpha: increased general threat of terrorist activity, unpredictable; FPCON Beta: increased and more predictable threat of terrorist activity; FPCON Charlie: incident/intel received that indicates terrorist threat is likely; FPCON Delta: attack has occurred or specific threat is imminent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the reasons for using deadly force?

<p>Self-defense, defense of property involved in national security, defense of property not involved in national security but inherently dangerous to others, preventing serious offenses to others, arresting, preventing escapes, and maintaining lawful order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four steps in the escalation of force?

<p>Shout, Show, Shove, Shoot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the six rights of Prisoners of War (POWs)?

<p>Humane treatment, sustenance, receiving mail, medical care, housing, and practicing religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of work can Enemy Prisoners of War (EPWs) perform?

<p>No answer provided in the text, but EPWs may be required to perform tasks that are not hazardous to their health and do not aid in the enemy's war effort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four pieces of information that a military member is required to provide to captors if captured?

<p>Name, Rank, Service number, and Date of birth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the stages of EPW handling?

<p>Capture, Initial detention, Screening, Transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Operational Maneuver from the Sea (OMFTS)?

<p>Focus on operational objective</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the principles of Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief (HA/DR) and Humanitarian and Civic Assistance (HCA)?

<p>Must be carried out in conjunction with host military and/or civilian personnel, Shall complement and not duplicate any form of economic assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW)?

<p>Operations Urgent Fury, Provide Comfort, Andrew, NEO, Strikes and raids, Arms control, Nation assistance, Protection of shipping, Humanitarian Assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Military Operation Urban Terrain (MOUT)?

<p>All military actions planned and conducted on a topographical complex and its adjacent terrain where manmade construction is the dominant feature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of Irregular Warfare?

<p>Not provided in the text, but examples include guerrilla warfare, insurgency, and counterinsurgency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of HF radio, and what are its frequency ranges?

<p>HF radio is used for command, intel, and Naval gun fire, and its frequency range is 2-29.999 MHz.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two propagation modes of HF radio?

<p>The two modes of propagation of HF radio are wave and sky.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main radio used by the MAGTF, and what are its two settings?

<p>The main radio used by the MAGTF is the Sincgars/PRC 119, and its two settings are frequency hopping and COMSEC.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three considerations for setting up communications?

<p>The three considerations for setting up communications are hopset, time of day, and antenna placement/power settings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four rules for safekeeping weapons?

<p>The four rules for safekeeping weapons are: treat every weapon as if it were loaded, never point a weapon at anything you don't intend to shoot, keep your finger straight and off the trigger until ready to fire, and keep the weapon on safe until ready to fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate action drill for an M-9 pistol?

<p>The immediate action drill for an M-9 pistol is not specified in the text, but it typically involves removing the magazine, checking the chamber, and reassembling the pistol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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