SEJPME Flashcards

Questions and Answers

The NORAD is operated by which countries?

United States (correct)

Mexico

Canada (correct)

United Kingdom

One of NATO's goals is to promote democratic values.

True

What WWII conference established the Joint Chiefs of Staff?

First Washington Conference (ARCADIA)

Which of the following are keys to success in joint assignments? (Select all that apply)

Having competence in your area of the Service Signup and view all the answers

The U.S. Army and U.S. Navy are under the same jurisdiction.

False Signup and view all the answers

Under the U.S. Constitution, Congress has the power to...

Declare war, raise and support Armies, provide and support a Navy, make rules for the government and regulation of the land and naval forces Signup and view all the answers

What are the keys to success in Joint Assignments?

Be competent in what you're doing, know the people around you and know how to solve problems Signup and view all the answers

What did the 1986 Goldwater-Nichols Act clarify?

Clarified the chain of command and civilian control of the U.S. Military; provided that the Chief of the National Guard Bureau has full membership of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Signup and view all the answers

The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) works with the combatant commanders (CDRs) of which commands?

United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM); United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM); United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

NORAD

Jointly operated by Canada and the United States.

NATO Goals

One of NATO's primary objectives is to promote democratic values.

Joint Chiefs of Staff Formation

Established during the First Washington Conference, also known as ARCADIA, in WWII.

Keys to Success in Joint Assignments

Problem-solving abilities are essential.
Competence in one's specific service area is critical.
Building relationships and knowing colleagues is important for collaboration.

U.S. Army and U.S. Navy Jurisdiction

Both branches operate under the same jurisdiction, confirming their cooperative role.

Congressional Powers Under the U.S. Constitution

Congress holds the authority to:
- Declare war.
- Raise and support Armies.
- Provide and support a Navy.
- Regulate land and naval forces.

Successful Joint Assignments

Key elements include:
- Competence in responsibilities.
- Familiarity with team members.
- Effective problem-solving skills.

Goldwater-Nichols Act of 1986

Simplified the military chain of command.
Established civilian control over the U.S. Military.
Granted the Chief of the National Guard Bureau full membership in the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Collaborations

Works with combat commands including:
- United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM).
- United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM).
- United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM).

Description

Test your knowledge with these flashcards on SEJPME topics. This quiz covers key concepts related to NORAD, NATO, and historical events from WWII. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand joint military operations.