There is a debate in the United States Army today that Non-Commissioned Officers and Enlisted Soldiers should learn more about the history of the enlisted ranks and the Non-Commissioned Officer Corps. There are many accounts in the history of this...
The evolution of the Non Commissioned Officers Corps in the United States Army as we know it today is quite a remarkable transition. The Non Commissioned Officer Corps started as an honorable organization and has remained that way 230 years down...
There have been Non-Commissioned Officer’s in the American Army since the Continental Army was created in 1775. However, there is a major difference in the duties and responsibilities of a junior NCO back then as compared to now, the United...
A Non-Commissioned Officer is defined as an enlisted member of the armed forces, such as a corporal, sergeant, or petty officer, appointed to a rank conferring leadership over other enlisted personnel.
This paper describes some of the significant...
Throughout our military history we as proud warriors and an NCO Corps have
accomplished our status largely because of the ever changing doctrine and the
competence of today’s Non-Commissioned Officers.
Before the nineteenth century, majority of...
Every organization, regardless of its size, geographical location and diverse composition requires additional education and training for its leadership. The Army must continue to place great emphasis on additional education for senior...
Leaders must be the example for the Army’s values: they must live the Army values everyday. Leaders must build an ethical command climate in their units and lives that support the Army’s values. Some Leaders like to preach standards but never...
Leaders must be the example for the Army’s values: they must live the Army values everyday. Leaders must build an ethical command climate in their units and lives that support the Army’s values. Some Leaders like to preach standards but never...
United States Army Non-Commission Officer History dates back to 1775, with the beginning of the American Revolutionary War and the founding of the Continental Army. American forces would use the best standards and regulations from the French,...
The United States Army has always maintained a proud tradition and fighting spirit. From the first militiamen mustered at Bunker Hill to the desert sands of Iraq, American soldiers have served proudly, often in the face of overwhelming odds. Much...
The Lewis and Clark Expedition is one of the greatest examples of the importance of the Non-Commissioned Officer within our organization today. The Non-Commissioned Officers of this expedition had a significant effect on the success of the mission...
It is important that we study the history of the Non-Commissioned Officers and the role of the NCOs of the past to help develop better NCOs for the future. By studying our history, we can learn how to become better NCOs for the future. We can also...
Three major causes for the empowerment of the Non-Commissioned Officer of today’s Army are
emergence of small unit tactics, education and training as well as legislation and regulations.
Small unit tactics emerged to adapt to weapons...
The Board of Officers assembled at this place, under your orders of October 5, 1826, for, among other purposes, reporting "A System of Exercise (and Instruction of Field-Artillery, including Manoeuvres for Light or Horse-Artillery," have now the'...
It is important that we study the history of the Non-Commissioned Officer and the role the NCO has developed over the years of existence. By doing this, NCOs can relate to their history and learn from it. It has taken a very long time to get to...
During the 1970’s, the United States of America became one of the nations assaulted by many international terrorists groups. In response to the strikes and the growing international tensions created by these terrorists groups, the United States...
The extensive history of the Sergeant Major can be traced back to the fifteenth century, to the French and English Armies. The role of the predecessor of today's Sergeant Major as we know it is considered by some to be the predecessor of the...
The successful formation and employment of the USCT regiments during the Civil War depended on many factors. The soldiers themselves were highly motivated to succeed. Victory in the war meant permanent freedom for themselves, and their families....
The role of the non-commissioned officer (NCO) began with the birth of the continental army.
However, it is comparable to the American Army and continues to evolve. The NCO education
system has grown dramatically incorporating history, tradition,...