LDRSHIP

LDRSHIP is an acronym for the seven basic values of the United States Army[1][2][3], and stands for

  1. Loyalty - Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit and other Soldiers.
  2. Duty - Fulfill your obligations.
  3. Respect - Treat people as they should be treated.
  4. Selfless Service - Put the welfare of the nation, the Army, and your subordinates before your own.
  5. Honor - Live up to all the Army values.
  6. Integrity - Do what’s right, legally and morally.
  7. Personal Courage - Face fear, danger, or adversity [physical or moral].

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References

  1. ^ "Army G-1 Human Resources". 2007-12-03. http://www.armyg1.army.mil/hr/armyValues.asp. Retrieved 2008-07-04. 
  2. ^ Rush, Robert S. (2006). Enlisted Soldier's Guide (7th ed. ed.). Stackpole Books. pp. 29–30. ISBN 0811733122. http://books.google.ca/books?id=cvaWt0ykdfUC&pg=PA29&lpg=PA29&ots=8zLWLyJSDk&sig=a-Uf-YN33ydw_0h5oJ_sIB3E4HM#PPA29,M1. Retrieved 2008-05-08. 
  3. ^ "The 7 Army Values". Corps of Discovery United States Army. United States Army Center of Military History. 2003-10-10. http://www.history.army.mil/LC/The%20Mission/the_seven_army_values.htm. Retrieved 2008-05-09. 

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