Warrior Skills Level 1 - Leader Development for Army Professionals

Performance Steps
2. Live the Soldier's Creed.
Explanation. The Soldier's Creed captures the spirit of being a Soldier and the
dedication Soldiers feel to something greater than themselves. It outlines the
fundamental obligations of Soldiers to their fellow Soldiers, their unit, and the
Army. In fact, the Soldier's Creed extends beyond service as a Soldier; it
includes commitment to family and society. It begins with an affirmation of who
Soldiers are and what they do. The creed also entails the four tenets of the
Warrior Ethos.
The Soldier's Creed
I am an American Soldier.
I am a Warrior and a member of a team. I serve the people.
of the United States and live the Army Values.
I will always place the mission first.
I will never accept defeat.
I will never quit.
I will never leave a fallen comrade.
I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained, and proficient
in my warrior tasks and drills.
I always maintain my arms, my equipment, and myself.
I am an expert and I am a professional.
I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy
the enemies of the United States of America in close combat.
I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.
I am an American Soldier.
3. Develop and expand moral character with each new experience and
assignment.
Explanation. Members of the Army must always evaluate and develop their
moral qualities throughout their career. A Soldier's character is made up from the
seven core values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and
personal courage. Becoming a person of character is a career long process
involving day-to-day experience, education, and self-development. Develop and
expand moral character with each new experience and assignment.
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