Unformatted text preview: PERSONNEL
QUALIFICATION
STANDARD
(PQS) FOR FLEET MARINE FORCE
QUALIFIED OFFICER
(FMFQO)
STUDY GUIDE NAME (Rate/Rank) __________________________ History & Significance of the FMFQO Device The Eagle, Globe and Anchor (EGA - Marine Corps Emblem) is centered on the breast
insignia as the capture of the device, making a clear statement that the wearer is a
member of the Navy/Marine Corps team.
Background - At the time the advice was designed, Forward… From the Sea was the
Navy and Marine Corps joint vision for the future. This is represented in the background
of the device; a surf wave crashing on the sandy beach (the littoral zone), the place
where Sailors have served alongside Marines as the earned their reputation, “on the
shores of Tripoli” and the “sands of Iwo Jima”. The littoral (or coastal) regions of the
world are also where the Navy and Marine Corps team will exert the U.S. Interests in
future conflicts as reflected in the doctrine of the time, “Operational Maneuver from the
Sea”.
Crossed Rifles - Warfare programs have served the purpose of installing warrior ethos in
Sailors as well as enhancing mission effectiveness in both individual and unit
survivability since their inception. On ships and submarines, every Sailor is trained as a
firefighter and damage control man to fight and save the ship in an emergency. With the
Marines, it is essential in combat for every person to have the knowledge and skill of a
rifleman, if the unit is to survive. The two crossed rifles symbolize the rifleman ethic
this program is designated to install in Sailors assigned to the Marines.
Scroll - The scroll along the bottom of the breast insignia is emblazoned with “Fleet
Marine Force” Although Marine componency was established in 1982, significantly
changing the operational environment in which Marine Corps forces deploy and operate
in a joint environment. The Navy continues to utilize the title Fleet Marine Force in their
role as a Naval Type Commander, therefore since programs are a distinct part of Navy
culture, it is appropriate our program be titled after the role in which Marine Forces are
tied to the Navy. I TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
History & Significance of the FMFQO Device…………………………….I
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS…………………………………………….......III
101 Navy and Marine Corps History, Customs, and Courtesies…………...101-1
102 United States Marine Corps (USMC) Mission and Organization……..102-1
103 Safety ………………………………………………………………….103-1
104 Administrative ………………………………………………………...104-1
105 Air Combat Element (ACE)…………………………………………...105-1
106 Ground Combat Element (GCE)………………………………………106-1
107 Logistics Combat Element (LCE)……………………………………..107-1
108 Command Element (CE)………………………………………………108-1
109 Amphibious Operations……………………………………………….109-1
110 Force Protection……………………………………………………….110-1
111 General Combat Leadership……………………………………….….111-1
112 United States Marine Corps (USMC) Operations…………………….112-1
113 Environmental Awareness…………………………………………….113-1
114 Communications……………………………………………………....114-1
115 Weapons………………………………………………………………115-1
116 Tactical Measures……………………………………………………..116-1
117 Land Navigation………………………………………………………117-1 II ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The I MEF FMFQO Coordinator gratefully acknowledges the assistance of the following
personnel in writing this study guide:
LCDR Bill Miles
CDR Paul Hammer
CAPT Daniel Zinder
CAPT Mark Doherty
LtCol Mike “Moose” Evans
Capt Kristy McCutchan
1st Lt Phillip Tracy
Maj Matt Seay I MEF Medical Planner, Camp Pendleton
1st MARDIV Psychiatrist, Camp Pendleton
I MEF (FWD) Force Surgeon, Camp Pendleton
I MEF (Rear) Force Surgeon, Camp Pendleton
I MEF, G3 Assist. Air Off, Camp Pendleton
Truck Co., I MHG, Camp Pendleton
9th Comm BN, I MHG, Camp Pendleton
1st MLG, Camp Pendleton Although the words “he”, “him,” and “his” are
used sparingly in this manual to enhance
communication, they are not intended to be
gender driven nor to affront or discriminate
against anyone reading this material III This page was intentionally left blank IV Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies 101 101 NAVY AND MARINE CORPS HISTORY, CUSTOMS,
AND COURTESIES FUNDAMENTALS
References
a. Naval Doctrine Publication 1, Naval Warfare (PCN 0700LP0099550)
b. Marine Corps Common Skills Handbook, Book 1A, All Marines, Individual
Training Standards, May 2001(PCN 50600000900)
c. MCO P1020-34, Marine Corp Uniform Regulations 101.1 State the six areas of naval doctrine. •
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• NDP 1, Naval Warfare, describes the inherent nature and enduring principles
of naval forces.
NDP 2, Naval Intelligence, points the way for intelligence support in meeting
the requirements of both regional conflicts and operations other than war.
NDP 3, Naval Operations, develops doctrine to reaffirm the foundation of
U.S. Navy and Marine Corps expeditionary maritime traditions.
NDP 4, Naval Logistics, addresses the full range of logistical capabilities that
are essential in the support of naval forces.
NDP 5, Naval Planning, examines planning and the relationship between our
capabilities and operational planning in the joint and multinational
environment.
NDP 6, Naval Command and Control, provides the basic concepts to fulfill
the information needs of commanders, forces, and weapon systems. 101.2 Discuss the origin of the Marine Corps. The Marine Corps was created on 10 Nov, 1775 in Philadelphia at Tun Tavern, by a
resolution of the Continental Congress, which “raised two battalions of Marines.”
101.3 Explain the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis. The official motto for the Marine Corps, “Semper Fidelis,” is Latin for “Always
Faithful.” The motto, sometimes abbreviated, “Semper Fi,” was adopted about 1883. 101-1 101 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies
101.4 Describe the Marine Corps emblem and state its significance. The Marine Corps emblem is the Eagle, Globe and Anchor, often shortened to the
"Globe and Anchor", or EGA. Adopted in its present form in 1868, it derives partially
from ornaments worn by the Continental Marines and the British Royal Marines, and is
usually topped with a ribbon reading "Semper Fidelis". The eagle stands for a proud
country, the globe signifies global service, and the fouled anchor signifies maritime
traditions. The eagle is a crested eagle found worldwide, not the bald eagle that appears
in other American symbols and is native to North America. The eagle is standing on the
western hemisphere and is a holding a scroll with the Marine Corps motto, Semper
Fidelis, on it.
101.5 Explain the following terms/phrases used throughout the Marine Corps: Leatherneck - This nickname dates back to the leather stock, or neckpiece worn as part
of the Marine Uniform during the years of 1775-1875. Utilized to protect the neck from
saber slashes, the leather bands around their throats had a side effect of ensured that
Marines kept their heads erect.
Devil dog - In 1918, during the battle of Belleau Wood near the Marne River in France,
the Germans received a thorough indoctrination on the Marines fighting ability. The
Marines persistent attack had the Germans calling them “Teufelhunden” translated “Devil
Dogs.”
Esprit de corps - This implies devotion and loyalty to the Marine Corps, with deep
regard for its history, traditions and honor. It is the epitome of pride in a unit.
Uncommon valor was a common virtue - Refers to largest of all-Marine battles in
history. Admiral Nimitz applied the Marines’ fighting ability on Iwo Jima to the entire
Corps’ contribution during that war, stating, “Uncommon valor was a common virtue.” 101-2 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies 101 First to fight - Marines have been in the forefront of every American war since the
founding of the Marine Corps. They entered the Revolution in 1775, just before the
Declaration of Independence was signed. They have carried out more than 300 landings
on foreign shores. They have served everywhere, from the poles to the tropics. Their
record of readiness reflects pride, responsibility and challenge.
101.6 Discuss Marine Corps rank and pay grade in order of seniority from E-1 to
O-10. Enlisted Rank Structure:
Private E-1 No Chevron Private First Class E-2
Lance Corporal E-3
Corporal E-4
Sergeant E-5
Staff Sergeant E-6
Gunnery Sergeant E-7
Master Sergeant/
First Sergeant E-8
Master Gunnery Sergeant E-9
Sergeant Major
Sergeant Major of the
Marine Corps E-9
101-3 101 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies
Warrant Officer Rank Structure:
Warrant Officer W-1 2 Red/ 1Gold Chief Warrant Officer 2 W-2 3 Red/ 2Gold Chief Warrant Officer 3 W-3 2 Red/ 1 Silver Chief Warrant Officer 4 W-4 3 Red/ 1 Silver Chief Warrant Officer 5 W-5 1 Red / Silver Officer Rank Structure:
Second Lieutenant O-1 Gold First Lieutenant O-2 Silver Captain O-3
Major O-4 Gold Lieutenant Colonel O-5 Silver Colonel O-6
Brigadier General O-7
Major General O-8
Lieutenant General O-9
General O-10 101-4 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies 101
101.7 Discuss the general concepts for a company level formation. • A company consists of the company headquarters and two or more platoons. • For close order drill and ceremonies, company headquarters personnel may be
attached to platoons without interfering with the permanent squad
organization and that for marches, members of the company headquarters
command group are formed as the company or as higher authority directs. • The company uses formations such as line, column, (of threes, etc.) mass,
extended mass, and column of platoons in line.
o Note: In all these formations, the platoons that comprise the company
will either be in line (each squad forming one rank) or in column (each
squad forming one file). The company may also form a column of two’s
or files in a manner similar to that of a platoon. In this case, the platoons
are arranged in the same manner as a company in column, except that each
platoon is in a column of two’s or files. • When the company commander is absent, the senior officer present with the
company takes post and drills the company for the company commander and
that in the absence of the First Sergeant, the senior SNCO, normally a
Gunnery Sergeant, takes post and performs the duties of the First Sergeant. 101-5 101 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies
• For drills and ceremonies, the guidon bearer carries the company guidon and
that in all formations, the guidon bearer is one pace to the rear and one pace to
the left of the company commander or the First Sergeant, and for marches in
the field, the guidon is kept with the company headquarters baggage unless
otherwise directed.
o Note: If a guidon is carried in the field on marches the guidon bearer
takes his post as described above for drills and ceremonies. 101.8 Discuss the procedures for conducting a personnel inspection. • Conduct a personnel inspection • Note all discrepancies as necessary • Determine corrective actions as necessary • Report all discrepancies to appropriate personnel. 101-6 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies 101
101.9 Discuss the following Marine Corps service uniforms and their Navy
equivalents: Service Alpha Navy equivalent = Service Dress Blue / Service Dress White
The service "A" uniform may be prescribed for parades, ceremonies, social
events, and as the uniform of the day. It will normally be worn when reporting for
duty, unless otherwise prescribed by the commander. The service "A" uniform
will be prescribed for the following official military occasions:
• When assigned as a member of courts-marital or courts of inquiry. • Official visits and calls of, or to, United States civil officials, officers of the
United States Armed Forces, and officials/officers of foreign governments
per chapter 12, U.S. Navy Regulations. • When visiting the White House and the temporary White Houses at all times,
except in a tourist capacity or when an individual is specifically invited either
on a social or official occasion for which another uniform is indicated on the
invitation. 101-7 101 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies
Service Bravo Navy equivalent = Winter Blue The service "B" uniform (with long sleeve shirt
and tie) is the same as the service "A" uniform except that the service coat is not
worn. This uniform may be worn as the uniform of the day and for leave and
liberty, unless otherwise prescribed by the commander, and may be prescribed for
formations at parades or ceremonies on and off the military activity. This uniform
will not be worn for formal or semi-formal social events.
Service Charlie 101-8 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies 101
Navy equivalent = Summer Khaki / Summer White The short sleeve khaki
shirt with appropriate service trousers or skirt/slacks is designated as the service
"C" uniform. During the winter season, commanders may, at their discretion,
when the weather requires, authorize the service "C" uniform. This uniform may
be worn as a uniform of the day and for leave or liberty, unless otherwise
prescribed by the commander, and may be prescribed for formations at parades or
ceremonies on and off the military activity. This uniform will not be worn for
formal or semiformal social events.
NOTES: The service sweater may be worn at the individual's option as a
component of the service "B"/"C" uniforms worn as the uniform of the day,
unless the commander determines that the service "A" uniform is more
appropriate. Commanders may prescribe the service uniform with sweater for
inspections; however, this uniform will not be worn for ceremonial formations or
parades on or off the military installation.
The service uniform with sweater may be worn on leave or liberty. Female
Marine may wear slacks as part of the service "A", "B," or "C" uniforms per
paragraph 3026. Individual may wear either the all-season polyester/wool
gabardine uniform or the phase-out summer and winter weight service uniforms
on a year-round basis for all formations and for duty, leave, or liberty at the
individual's option.
Camouflage Utilities Navy equivalent = Winter Working Blue/Working Khaki The camouflage
utility uniform is not authorized for wear except when in the field, for field-type
exercises, or for those work conditions where it is not practical to wear the service
uniform. When the camouflage utility uniform is prescribed as the working
101-9 101 Marine Corps History, Customs and Courtesies
uniform Marines may wear it to and from their domicile, unless otherwise
prohibited by the commander. Commanders may authorize the wear of the utility
uniform for brief and appropriate stops off-base during duty hours or while
commuting. Defining appropriate and necessary is a command responsibility
requiring the exercise of sound judgment and common sense. Preventing abuse of
the privilege demands that commanders know where their Marines are during to
ensure that stops are in fact brief, appropriate and in keeping with the spirit of
regulations. In no case will the utility uniform be treated or regarded as a leave or
liberty uniform except when prescribed by commanders to meet special (normally
overseas/deployed/etc.) requirements to include certain emergency leave
situations. 101-10 USMC Mission and Organization 102 102 UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC) MISSION
AND ORGANIZATION FUNDAMENTALS
References:
a. Marine Corps Common Skills Handbook, Book 1A, All Marines, Individual
Training Standards, May 2001
b. Marine Corps Official Web Site ( )
c. Marine Corps Combat Development Command Official Web Site
( )
d. Marine Corps Systems Command Official Web Site
( )
e. NWP 3-02.3/MCWP 3.32, Maritime Prepositioning Forces Operations
f. MCRP 5-12D, Organization of the Marine Corps Forces (PCN 14400005000)
g. MCWP 5-1, Marine Corps Planning Process
102.1 State the mission and function of the Marine Corps. The official mission of the Marine Corps established in the 1952 Amendment to the
National Security Act of 1947:
“Marines are trained, organized, and equipped for offensive amphibious
employment and as a force of readiness.”
According to the Act, Marines stand prepared to meet mission requirements:
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• Provide Fleet marine Forces with combined arms and supporting air
components for service with the United States Fleet in the seizure or defense
of advanced naval bases and for the conduct of such land operations as may be
essential to the execution of a naval campaign.
Provide detachments and organizations for service on armed vessels of the
Navy and security detachments for the protection of naval property at naval
stations and bases.
Develop, in coordination with the Army, Navy, and Air Force, the doctrine,
tactics, techniques, and equipment employed by landing forces in amphibious
operations.
Provide marine forces for airborne operations, in coordination with the
Army, Navy, and Air Force, according to the doctrine established by the Joint
Chiefs of Staff.
Develop, in coordination with the Army, Navy, and Air Force, the doctrine,
tactics, techniques, and equipment for airborne operations.
Expand peacetime components to meet wartime needs according to the joint
mobilization plans.
Perform such other duties as the President may direct. 102-1 102 USMC Mission and Organization
102.2 State the mission and function of the following: Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC)
Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps, consists of the Commandant of the Marine
Corps and those staff agencies that advise and assist the Commandant in
discharging those responsibilities prescribed by law and higher authority as
describe below in US CODE TITLE 10.
Per TITLE 10 - ARMED FORCES, Subtitle C - Navy and Marine Corps PART I
– ORGANIZATION, CHAPTER 506 - HEADQUARTERS, MARINE CORPS,
HEAD Sec. 5041. Headquarters, Marine Corps: function; composition
STATUTE1. There is in the executive part of the Department of the Navy a
Headquarters, Marine Corps. The function of the Headquarters,
Marine Corps, is to assist the Secretary of the Navy in carrying out his
responsibilities.
2. The Headquarters, Marine Corps, is composed of the following:
a) The Commandant of the Marine Corps.
b) The Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps.
c) The Deputy Commandants.
d) Other members of the Navy and Marine Corps assigned or
detailed to the Headquarters, Marine Corps.
e) Civilian employees in the Department of the Navy assigned or
detailed to the Headquarters, Marine Corps.
f) Except as otherwise specifically prescribed by law, the
Headquarters, Marine Corps, shall be organized in such
manner, and its members shall perform such duties and have
such titles, as the Secretary may prescribe.
EXPCITE-TITLE 10 - ARMED FORCES Subtitle C - Navy and Marine Corps
PART I – ORGANIZATION CHAPTER 506 - HEADQUARTERS, MARINE
CORPS
HEAD-Sec. 5042. Headquarters, Marine Corps: general duties
STATUTE1. The Headquarters, Marine Corps, shall furnish professional assistance
to the Secretary, the Under Secretary, and the Assistant Secretaries
of the Navy and to the Commandant of the Marine Corps.
2. Under the authority, direction, and control of the Secretary of the
Navy, the Headquarters, Marine Corps, shall –
a) subject to subsections (c) and (d) of section 5014 of this title,
prepare for such employment of the Marine Corps, and for
such recruiting, organizing, supplying, equipping (including
research and development), training, servicing, mobilizing,
demobilizing, administering, and maintaining of the Marine 102-2 USMC Mission and Organization 102 b) c) d)
e) Corps, as will assist in the execution of any power, duty, or
function of the Secretary or the Commandant;
investigate and report upon the efficiency of the Marine Corps
and its preparation to support military operations by combatant
commanders;
prepare detailed instructions for the execution of approved
plans and supervise the execution of those plans and
instructions;
as directed by the Secretary or the Commandant, coordinate the
action of organizations of the Marine Corps; and
perform such other duties, not otherwise assigned by law, as
may be prescribed by the Secretary. HQMC Agencies i...
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