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OUR VALUES
OUR CORE VALUES
Honor, Courage, Commitment
HONOR
This is the bedrock of our character. It is the quality that empowers Marines to exemplify the ultimate in ethical and moral behavior: to never lie, cheat, or steal; to abide by an uncompromising code of integrity; to respect human dignity; and to have respect and concern for each other. It represents the maturity, dedication, trust, and dependability that commit Marines to act responsibly, be accountable for their actions, fulfill their obligations, and hold others accountable for their actions.
Marines "fight for right and freedom, and to keep our honor clean. We are proud to claim the title, United States Marine."
COURAGE
The heart of our Core Values, courage is the mental, moral, and physical strength ingrained in Marines that sees them through the challenges of combat and the mastery of fear, and to do what is right, to adhere to a higher standard of personal conduct, to lead by example, and to make tough decisions under stress and pressure. It is the inner strength that enables a Marine to take that extra step.
This is not just in battle, but in daily life. It is ingrained in all Marines to do the right thing, regardless of consequences.
COMMITMENT
This is the spirit of determination and dedication within members of a force of arms that leads to professionalism and mastery of the art of war. It promotes the highest order of discipline for unit and self and is the ingredient that instills dedication to Corps and country 24 hours a day, pride, concern for others, and an unrelenting determination to achieve a standard of excellence in every endeavor. Commitment is the value that establishes the Marine as the warrior and citizen others strive to emulate.
Our Commitment is not a promise to ourselves, but a commitment to the greater good, to our friends and families, to each other, and to our Country.
Quitting is never an option.
We are Semper Fidelis - Always Faithful.
OUR PRINCIPLES
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