Military+Science

= __**Military Science**__ =

__**4/25**__

Make a Google Doc with your team member.


 * Brief overview of what an Aviation Brigade of the National Guard and Reserves. What is the TASMG in Fresno. What types of skills and equipment do they have and what is it used for. How long has it been here in Fresno.

__**4/18**__

What is the Army Reserves. What is it mission, when was it created and what are the differences between the Guard and Reserves.

Google doc or keynote, work in same teams. 3 slides with a title slide with pics. Due at the end of the period. Must show me at the end of the period to receive credit!

__**4/16**__

Start with a class on the National Guard-why it exists, what makes it different from the Army and Reserves; what the California National Guard is comprised of; and contributions to the War on Terror and State disasters (especially Aviation). Brief overview of what an Aviation Brigade is and what types of skills and equipment we have and what a TASMG is used for.

__**Today's assignment:**__
 * Keynote on National Guard and why it exists, when its was created, what is it's main function. Due at the end of the period. 4/17.


 * Be ready to present on Thursday 4/19. Keynote must be 3 slides with pictures.


 * __4/5__**

Pick a battle in the book 50 battles that changed the world in left hand column. Write 500 word summary of the battle you chose. Please title it and share it in a google doc with me. This assignment is due by the end of the period. You should all have a different battle to summarize.

__** 1/23 **__

Watch National Geographic: Surviving West Point

Takes notes. Once we watch all 5 episodes you will write a Essay stating wether you can survive West Point or not.

__** 1/17 **__

Watch the PBS Documentary on the Taliban. In you groups share a google doc with me. Summarize the movie and noting key points in the movie. (20 points)

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__**1/6**__

Write a reflection essay on all the things the we have done this semester. Then pick your favorite thing we did and tell me why it was your favorite. This is due by the end of the period. The assignment is worth 50 points.

Essay must be a minimum of 500 words, must have at least 5 paragraphs.

Share with me in a google doc. No don't use pages you will not get credit. Must be in a google doc.

Look below on this wiki to see all of the assignments that we have done. Also, remember that we had a couple of visitors as well.

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__**12/12**__

Compare and Contrast essay on all 4 movies due. Generate Questions on Leadership for our guest on Friday.

__**12/8**__ Key Note Karaoke due. 4 slides. 1 slide per movie based on your notes.

__**12/6**__

Finish Watching Sniper Video. Notes due and outline.

__11/30__

Marine Recruiter

__11/28__

Finish Watching Sniper Video. Please share your notes with me in a google doc. Paper is due Friday 12/2.

__11/17__

Watch Modern Sniper Video. Take notes on Army Snipers. Share notes in a Google Doc. You will be comparing all 4 videos on snipers. After watching all 4 videos you will write a compare and contrast essay on all videos. Minimum of 500 words must have references to the movie. Then we will do Key Note Karaoke. Minimum of 4 slides with title and bibliography slide. If you have any questions please free to email me.

__11/15__

D&C Practice

__11/10__

D&C Practice

__11/8__

Formations

__10/31__

Please answer survey.

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10/27

Navy Ranks Test

__10/25__

Watch Navy Boot camp video.

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Answer these questions about the video. Share a google doc with me.

1. Where is Navy Basic Training? 2. How long? 3. What is one thing that the Navy tries to instill?

Study Navy Ranks. __ Test on Thursday! __ Military Rank

__10/11__

Watch National Geographic video on Special forces. Summarize the movie. 250 words 5 paragraphs. Share a google doc with me.

Keynote 7 slides including the title slide.

__10/7__


 * Take Marines Rank and Insignia Test.
 * Watch Movie on US Navy Carriers. (40 min)
 * Take quiz on movie. 20 questions. Multiple Choice quiz.

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Finish Watching Marine Bootcamp video.

Medal of Honor

Study Marine Ranks for test on Friday!

__10/3__


 * Put together squads with squad leaders.

Plt. Leader: Colton Mansfield Plt Sgt: Matt Niblett

1st Squad- Zack A., Austinn H, Jermey M., Zeb P,. Denver S., Chris N., Cooper M. 2nd Squad- Daniel H., Robin J., Marshall L., D.J., Joe H., Robby S., Brandon L. 3rd Squad- Ludwig K., Jake C., Max N., Cody K., Logan S., Ahley M., Mason W. 4th Squad- Kanin W., Dylan T., Justin J., Cedar., Zack A., Ezra C.

Study the Marines ranks and insignia's. Test Friday on both ranks and insignia's.
 * Military Rank

Marines Watch Presentation!

__**9/29**__


 * Announce who was selected for Platoon Leader, Platoon Sgt, and Squad Leaders


 * Finish Watching Black Hawk Down.


 * __Writing Assignment #1__
 * Each table will share a Google Doc with me. In the document you must summarize what happened in the movie. In addition, point out some mistakes made and tell me what you would have done differently. There are no right or wrong answers. Moreover, tell me something you liked about the movie.

__**9/27**__

Choose a Platton Leader, Platoon Sgt, Squad Leaders.

Go outside and work on Extended Rectangular Formation.

Watch Black Hawk Down

Assignment WHR: In a Google Doc share with me 3 weapons, 2-3 Helicopters, and 3 ranks or insignia's you saw in the movie.

__**9/21**__


 * __EXTENDED RECTANGULAR FORMATION__

STEP I: Platoon, ATTENTION. AT EASE.

1. The next formation, which I will name, explain, and which you will conduct practical work on is the extended rectangular formation.

2. The extended rectangular formation is the traditional formation for most physical fitness activities.

3. At normal cadence this formation is formed as follows.

4. DEMONSTRATORS, POST. EXTEND TO THE LEFT, MARCH. ARMS DOWNWARD, MOVE. LEFT, FACE. EXTEND TO THE LEFT, MARCH. ARMS DOWNWARD, MOVE. RIGHT, FACE. FROM FRONT TO REAR COUNT OFF. EVEN NUMBERS TO THE LEFT, UNCOVER. ASSEMBLE TO THE RIGHT, MARCH. FALLOUT.

STEP II: Platoon, ATTENTION. 5. I will use the talk-through method of instruction.

6. NOTE: In the extended rectangular formation, the instructor positions a platoon-size unit in a line formation. When formed the platoon is five steps in front of and centered on the instructor’s platform.

7. NOTE: All members will remain silent while obtaining the extended rectangular formation.

8. On the command of execution MARCH, of Extend to the left, MARCH. All right flank Soldiers will stand fast and extend their left arms at shoulder level, elbows locked, fingers and thumbs extended and joined, palms facing down. The Soldiers in the left flank raise their right arms only, All other Soldiers raise both arms and simultaneously face to the left and double-time, taking a sufficient number of steps to ensure there is about 12 inches between each Soldier. The Soldiers then stop and face to the front, dressing is to the right and cover is to the front. The remainder of the body is in the position of attention.

8. On the command of execution MOVE, of Arms downward, MOVE. The Soldiers lower their arms sharply to the sides as in the position of attention.

9. On the command of execution FACE, of Left, FACE. All Soldiers execute a left-face.

10. On the command of execution MARCH, of Extend to the left, MARCH. All Soldiers will execute as previously described.

11. On the command of execution MOVE, of Arms downward, MOVE. All Soldiers will execute as previously described.

12. On the command of execution FACE, of Right, FACE. All Soldiers execute a right face.

13. On the command From front to rear Count OFF. The first rank, turns their head and eyes to the right and counts off with “one,” then faces back to the front. After the first rank has counted their number, the members of the second rank count off in the same manner as the first rank with the next higher number. Each rank continues in the same manner until the entire platoon has counted off. The members of the last (rear) rank do not turn their head and eyes.

14. On the command of execution UNCOVER, of Even numbers to the left, UNCOVER. All even- numbered Soldiers jump squarely in the center of the interval, resuming the position of attention. The formation is now prepared for instruction.

15. To return the formation to the original configuration the command is Assemble to the right, MARCH.

16. On the command of execution MARCH, of Assemble to the right, MARCH. All Soldiers double- time to their original position in the formation, the Soldiers in the first rank raise their left arm laterally to ensure proper interval, once proper interval is obtained, Soldiers in the first rank resume the position of attention. Soldiers in the second, third, and fourth ranks do not raise their left arm, but obtain cover behind the Soldier to their front and glance out the corner of the right eye for proper alignment.

STEP III: Platoon, ATTENTION. 17. At normal cadence: EXTEND TO THE LEFT, MARCH. ARMS DOWNWARD, MOVE. LEFT, FACE. EXTEND TO THE LEFT, MARCH. ARMS DOWNWARD, MOVE. RIGHT, FACE. FROM FRONT TO REAR, COUNT OFF. EVEN NUMBERS TO THE LEFT, UNCOVER. ASSEMBLE TO THE RIGHT, MARCH. AT EASE. 18. What are your questions pertaining to this formation with or without the talk-through method of instruction?

__**9/19**__

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Command voice
Drill commands are best given when the person has an excellent command voice. A command voice is characterized by DLIPS: **D**istinctness, **L**oudness, **I**nflection, **P**rojection, and**S**nap.


 * **Distinctness** - This depends on the correct use of the tongue, lips, and teeth to form the separate sounds of a word and to group those sounds to force words. Distinct commands are effective; indistinct commands cause confusion. Emphasize clear enunciation.
 * **Loudness** - This is the volume used in giving a command. It should be adjusted to the distance and number of individuals in the formation. The commander takes a position in front of, and centered on, the unit and facing the unit so his or her voice reaches all individuals. Speak loudly enough for all to hear, but do not strain the vocal cords.
 * **Inflection** - This is the change in pitch of the voice. Pronounce the preparatory command—the command that announces the movement—with a rising inflection near or at the end of its completion, usually the last syllable. When beginning a preparatory command, the most desirable pitch of voice is near the level of the natural speaking voice. A common fault is to start the preparatory command so high that, after employing a rising inflection, the passage to a higher pitch for the command of execution is impossible without undue strain. A properly delivered command of execution has no inflection. However, it should be given at a higher pitch than the preparatory command.
 * **Projection** - This is the ability of your voice to reach whatever distance is desired without undue strain. To project the command, focus your voice on the person farthest away. Counting in a full, firm voice and giving commands at a uniform cadence while prolonging the syllables are good exercises. Erect posture, proper breathing, a relaxed throat, and an open mouth help project the voice.
 * **Snap** - This is the conciseness of the command.

=Formations=


 * **Fall In**. Have the troops fall into formation at the position of Attention. Equal rows and columns.
 * **Fall Out**. Have the troops fall out. US Army standard is to take one step back with the left foot, and from there to walk away from the formation.
 * **Dis -Miss**. A fall-out where the soldiers have free time until their next designated work period (typically done at the end of a common day, although often is simply an erroneous substitution for Fall Out).

Their are five states of alert: A formation must be brought to the position of attention before it can go to a lower state of alert
 * 1) Attention standing straight, eyes forward, chest out, knees straight but not locked, feet together at a 45-degree angle.
 * 2) Parade Rest: A modified position of attention in which the left foot is moved to shoulder width (typically measured as exactly 12 inches) and the hands are placed in the small of the back with the right hand placed inside the left with all fingers together and pointing rigidly straight.
 * 3) Stand At Ease: Same as Parade Rest, but the soldier may look at the speaker.
 * 4) At Ease: The service member is allowed move around all but the right foot, but must remain silent.
 * 5) Rest: Service member may talk, smoke (if command authorized) and may move as long as their right pivot foot remains grounded.

Alignment commands

 * **Dress Right, DRESS** - all personnel in the unit except the soldiers at the far left bring up their left arms parallel to the ground and at the same time snap their heads so they are facing right. The person on the far right will keep his head straight. After this, they pause, and then shuffle back to a new position, where their hand is extremely close to the soldier's shoulder on their left. If the command is preceded by **"At Close Interval"**, the left arm is bent at the elbow rather than parallel to the ground. If the command is preceded by **"At Double Interval"**, both arms are extended. **"Dress Left"** reverses the instructions (Right arm up, look left).
 * **Ready, FRONT** - all personnel snap their arms down and faces forward.
 * **COVER** - used after any movement is halted to realign the formation. All personnel in the formation except the squad leaders make short, choppy steps to align themselves with their squad leaders, then come to attention.

Turning motions at the halt (static).

 * **Right Face**: The body is rotated on the heel of the right foot and then the left heel is brought forward to meet the right heel in the position of attention.
 * **Left Face**: A mirror image of Right Face.
 * **About Face**: The right toe is brought back to behind the left heel; the body pivots on the right toe and left heel 180°.
 * **Half-Left Face**: Exactly the same as a left face, but one turns only 45°.
 * **Half-Right Face**: Exactly the same as a right face, but one turns only 45°.

Turning motions at the march

 * **Right Turn** (U.S.:**Column right, MARCH**): A 90° turn to the right done by rotating on the right heel and left ball. The cautionary and executive are both called on the left foot. The left leg is then brought up to be parallel to the ground (although exceptions are made for kilted regiments) and slammed into the ground in the position of attention. This motion is done at a particular fixed point.
 * **Left Turn** (U.S.:**Column left, MARCH**): A 90° turn to the left, done by rotation on the right ball and the left heel. The right leg is then brought up to be parallel to the ground and slammed down into attention. This motion is done at a particular fixed point.
 * **About Turn** (U.S.:**Rear, MARCH**): A 180° turn to the right, done as an exaggerated version of the right turn. United States units do not make exaggerated gestures with the legs or arms.
 * **Right Flank MARCH** or **Right turn**, it is still the same even on the march for some countries: All members marching execute 90° turn to the right done by rotating on the right heel and left ball.
 * **Left Flank MARCH** or **Left turn**, it is still the same even on the march for some countries: All members marching 90° turn to the left, done by rotation on the right ball and the left heel.
 * **Right Incline** (U.S.:**Column half-right, MARCH**), is a half turn to the right, usually used when a flight, squad, platoon, etc. is not in its proper alignment. All members marching 45° turn to the right, done by rotation on the left ball and the right heel.
 * **Left Incline** (U.S.:**Column half-left, MARCH**), is a half turn to the left, usually used when a flight, squad, platoon, etc. is not in its proper alignment. All members marching 45° turn to the left, done by rotation on the right ball and the left heel.
 * **Right Wheel**, is a turn to the right, differentiated from a Right Turn in that the order of march remains the same. Comparable to a caterpillar turning right.
 * **Left Wheel**, is a mirror of the Right Wheel.

Turning motions at the halt (static).

 * American armed forces :**
 * **Right Face**: The body is rotated on the heel of the right foot and then the left heel is brought forward to meet the right heel in the position of attention.
 * **Left Face**: A mirror image of Right Face.
 * **About Face**: The right toe is brought back to behind the left heel; the body pivots on the right toe and left heel 180°.
 * **Half-Left Face**: Exactly the same as a left face, but one turns only 45°.
 * **Half-Right Face**: Exactly the same as a right face, but one turns only 45°.

More in-depth explanations may be found by reading something similar to the Marine Corps Drill and Ceremonies Manual (MCDC) used by the Navy and Marines or Air Force Manual (AFMAN) or a Drill and Ceremonies Manual. Different branches of the Armed Forces have some difference in drill commands, or may not have a drill command that other branches use. "Drill and Ceremony: HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY FM 3-21.5 (FM 22-5)" contains most of the US Army and US Air Force drill commands, mostly different from the USMC's and the Navy's. Study Rank for the Air Force.
 * "Fall in" - Individuals form a formation at th e position of attention.
 * "Fall out" - Individuals drop out of formation. By custom, officers usually take a single step backward with their left foot. Non-commissioned personnel take a step back with the left foot, then with their right, and then perform an about face.
 * "[formation], ATTENTION" - Individuals snap to the position in which they are standing straight, looking forward, and not moving. When called while in "Forward March" the formation will begin to march in cadence.The command "Route Step (forward),March" is given when there is no need to stay in step.
 * " Present, ARMS " - Individuals execute a hand or rifle salute and hold it until given the command "order arms"
 * "Order, ARMS" - Individuals bring their hand or rifle back down to their side.
 * "Open ranks, MARCH" - Movement in which each row (rank) spreads out from another row.
 * "Close ranks, MARCH" - Movement in which the formation is restored to its normal interval.
 * "Dress right, DRESS" - Movement in which individuals except those on the extreme left side raise their left arms parallel to the ground and lock their heads to the far right in order to get the proper distance from each other. This is maintained until the command: "Ready, FRONT." At which point, the individuals return to the position of attention.
 * "Parade, REST" - Individuals spread their feet about 12 inches while bringing both of their arms behind their back interlocking their hands. The back of the left hand rests against the back. The back of the right hand rests on the palm of the left, with the left thumb locked over the right hand and the right thumb locked over the left thumb. If armed, individuals put their left hand behind their back, extending their rifle while the butt remains on the ground by their right foot.
 * "Stand at, ease" - Individuals perform the command of parade rest, but their eyes and head follow the person in charge.
 * "At ease" - Individuals are permitted light movement given their right foot does not leave the ground; they are not allowed to talk.
 * "Rest" - Individuals are permitted light movement and may also engage in quiet conversation as long as their right leg is planted on the ground. Can also be expressed by the command "Relax"
 * "Forward, MARCH" - Individuals begin marching, from the left foot and a 30-inch step (Army) or 24-inch step (Air Force) at 120 steps per minute.
 * "Company/Platoon/Squad/Detail, HALT" or in the Air Force, "Wing/Group/Squadron/Flight, HALT"- Used to stop a unit (formation) from marching by calling it either on the right or left foot.
 * "By The Right Flank, MARCH" - The whole formation turns 90 degrees and continues to march.
 * "Right, FACE" - A command given from a halt towards a formation to turn 90 degrees to the right or left as one unit
 * "About, FACE" - A turn 180 degrees facing the opposite direction, executed to the right.
 * "Uncover, TWO" - All persons using the right hand grab their cover on "Recover" and remove the cover on "TWO". (Not used in the Marine Corps.)
 * "COVER" - Used to align to the person in front of them in formation, when used after the command "Uncover, TWO", all persons replace their cover and remain holding their cap with their right hand until "TWO" is given where they return to the position of attention.
 * "Right (left) step, MARCH" - Individuals take side steps to the right (left).
 * "Column Half Right(Called on the right foot), MARCH" - A 45-degree pivot to the right (left) while marching.
 * "Right Oblique, MARCH" - Every individual executes a 45-degree pivot to the right while marching.
 * "Column right (called on the right foot), MARCH" - A movement in which the entire formation executes a series of turns depending on their position. The goal of this movement is to get the entire formation to turn to the right (left) while keeping the same people in the same positions known as column formation.
 * "Rear, MARCH" - A turn 180 degrees while marching, also executed to the right.
 * "Change step, MARCH" - Individuals execute a movement in order to get on step with the formation.
 * "Route step" - Individuals walk normally without being in step. Often used on long marches or when crossing a bridge to avoid creating harmonic rhythms.
 * "Extend to the left, MARCH" - A movement in which the formation widens [Usually used during PT]. "Extend Rank, MARCH" in the Marine Corps.
 * "Close Ranks, MARCH" - A movement in which the formation narrows in width.
 * "Mark time, MARCH" - Marching in place.
 * "Half step, MARCH" - Marching at half the distance, often bringing the upper leg parallel to the ground. 15-inch Steps.
 * "Double time, MARCH" - Marching at twice the cadence of "Forward March;" 100 to 180 steps per min. something of a light jog. The unit is still required to keep in step.
 * "Right shoulder, ARMS" - The rifle is placed on the right shoulder. The right hand holds the butt of the rifle and the forearm is parallel to the ground, also keeping a 90-degree angle between the forearm and arm.
 * "Left shoulder, ARMS" - Same as right shoulder arms except on the left side.
 * "Port, ARMS" - The rifle is carried diagonally in front of the body by both hands.
 * "Counter-column, MARCH" - The platoon is ordered to reverse direction while marching. The columns neatly turn in on themselves and at the end of the movement the entire marching column has reversed direction. Also known as "circle counter", or "counter march".
 * "Route step, MARCH" - The formation is not required to march in step, but are required to stay aligned.

Military Rank

9/15

Test on Army rank.

9/13 Please study the rank structure. Follow link below.

Military Rank


 * Test on Thursday on Army ranks. From E-1 to 0-10. Must know rank and insignia.

9/9

Present Final Presentation on the flag.

Review 50 Battles That Changed the World.

9/7

Key Note Karokee




 * 1) Google what the Flag means.
 * 2) What does the flag represent. Why it was created, Who created it, when was it created, and where it was created. (15 min)
 * 3) Break out in groups with main ideas.
 * 4) Put together Key Note presentation or a Google doc, share it with your group and me. 5 SLIDE Minimum. (30 min)
 * 5) Present in groups. Make sure everyone's name is on presentation so everyone gets points.

Assignment is worth 20 points. Due at the end of period!


 * Think about something that you or the whole class can do on 9/11. Ten year anniversary is Sunday. Any thoughts? Email me with your ideas.

Thanks!!!!

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