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Orders to the Sentry
1- Take charge of this post and all government property in view.
2- Walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing.
3- Report all violations of the orders I am instructed to enforce.
4- Repeat all calls from posts more distant from the Guardhouse than my own.
5- Quit my post only when properly relieved.
6- Receive, obey, and pass onto the sentry who relieves me all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the watch only.
7- Talk to no one except in the line of duty.
8- Give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
9- Call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions.
10- Salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased.
11- Be especially watchful at night, and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post, and allow no one to pass without proper authority.
Tip: When answering a question pertaining to the Orders to the Sentry a cadet is to repeat the question and then give the answer. Be CONFIDENT even if you are not sure about your answer. Example: Executive Officer: "Cadet what is the 1st Order to the Sentry?" Cadet: "Sir, the 1st Order to the Sentry is: Take Charge of this Post and all Government Property in View."Principles of Leadership1- Know yourself and seek self improvement.2- Be technically proficient.3- Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.4- Make sound and timely decisions.5- Set the example.6- Know your people and look out for their well-being.7- Keep your workers informed.8- Develop a sense of responsibility in your workers.9- Ensure the tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished.10- Train as a team.11- Use the full capabilities of your organization.Tip: When answering a question pertaining to the Principles of Leadership a cadet is to repeat the question and then give the answer. Be CONFIDENT even if you are not sure about your answer. Example: Executive Officer: "Cadet what is the 2nd Principle of Leadership?" Cadet: "Sir, the 2nd Principle of Leadership is :Be Technically Proficient ."Military Ranks