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CPLS COURSE OPERATIONS
1. Warfighting philosophy: The Marine Corps warfighting philosophy, maneuverwarfare, is
based on rapid, flexible, and opportunistic maneuver capabilities.
• Maneuver warfare seeks to shatter the enemy's cohesion through a series of rapid,violent, and
unexpected actions which create a turbulent and rapidly deteriorating situation with which the
enemy cannot cope.
• Besides traits such as endurance and courage that all warfare demands, maneuverwarfare puts a
premium on certain particular human skills and traits. It requires:
-
The temperament to cope with uncertainty.
-
Flexibility of mind to deal with fluid and disorderly situations.
-
A willingness to act with initiative and boldness.
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The moral courage to accept responsibility for this type of behavior.
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2. LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY: Leading Marines describes a leadership philoso-phy that
reflects the traditional strengths of the Marine Corps as an institution and attempts to define
the very ethos of being a Marine.
Marine leadership philosophy:
• Is about the inseparable relationship between the leader and the led, and is as much about the
individual Marine—the bedrock upon which our Corps is built—asit is about any leader
• Captures the undefinable spirit that forms the character of our Corps—being a Marine
comes from the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor that is tattooed on the soul ofevery one of us after
earning the title United States Marine
• Is based upon certain fundamental traits and principles of leading—Marines are notborn
knowing them, but must learn what they are and what they represent
3. Core values: Core values are based on the firm belief that, as others have saidin countless
ways, our Corps embodies the spirit and essence of those who have gone before.
It is about the belief, shared by all Marines, that there is no higher calling than thatof a United
States Marine.
It is about the traditions of our Corps that we rely upon to help us stay the course andcontinue the
march when the going gets tough.It is about a "band of brothers"—menand women of every race
and creed—who epitomize the core values in their daily actions:
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4. Honor: A code of personal integrity, honor guides those who do the right thingwhen no
one is looking. It is not only a duty but also a distinction, as those who possess honor are held
in honor. It is found in one's beliefs but exhibited through
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one's actions. Marines are held to the highest of standards, ethically and morally.Marines are
expected to act responsibly in a manner befitting the title they have earned.
5. Courage: When other principles are tested, it is courage that prevents them fromcrumbling. It
is not about ignoring fear but being stronger than fear. Courage is
the guardian of all other values. It is there when times are toughest, when difficult decisions have
to be made.It takes the form of mental, physical, and ethical strength,and it is found in the
backbone of every Marine.
6. Commitment: Commitment is the spirit of determination found in every Marine. Itis what
compels Marines to serve our nation and the Corps and to continue on whenothers quit.
Commitment does not take breaks, and it cannot be faked. It measuresand proves one's desire,
dedication, and faithfulness. Becoming a United States Marine represents the highest level of
commitment.
7. WAR DEFINED: War is defined as a violent clash of interests between or amongorganized
groups characterized by the use of military force.
• These groups have traditionally been established nation-states, but they also in- clude any non-
state group—such as an international coalition or a faction within oroutside of an existing state—
with its own political interests and the ability to generateorganized violence on a scale sufficient to
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CPLS COURSE OPERATIONS
1. Warfighting philosophy: The Marine Corps warfighting philosophy, maneuverwarfare, is
based on rapid, flexible, and opportunistic maneuver capabilities.
• Maneuver warfare seeks to shatter the enemy's cohesion through a series of rapid,violent, and
unexpected actions which create a turbulent and rapidly deteriorating situation with which the
enemy cannot cope.
• Besides traits such as endurance and courage that all warfare demands, maneuverwarfare puts a
premium on certain particular human skills and traits. It requires:
-
The temperament to cope with uncertainty.
-
Flexibility of mind to deal with fluid and disorderly situations.
-
A willingness to act with initiative and boldness.
-
The moral courage to accept responsibility for this type of behavior.
1 of 69 9/27/2024, 4:30
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2. LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY: Leading Marines describes a leadership philoso-phy that
reflects the traditional strengths of the Marine Corps as an institution and attempts to define
the very ethos of being a Marine.
Marine leadership philosophy:
• Is about the inseparable relationship between the leader and the led, and is as much about the
individual Marine—the bedrock upon which our Corps is built—asit is about any leader
• Captures the undefinable spirit that forms the character of our Corps—being a Marine
comes from the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor that is tattooed on the soul ofevery one of us after
earning the title United States Marine
• Is based upon certain fundamental traits and principles of leading—Marines are notborn
knowing them, but must learn what they are and what they represent
3. Core values: Core values are based on the firm belief that, as others have saidin countless
ways, our Corps embodies the spirit and essence of those who have gone before.
It is about the belief, shared by all Marines, that there is no higher calling than thatof a United
States Marine.
It is about the traditions of our Corps that we rely upon to help us stay the course andcontinue the
march when the going gets tough.It is about a "band of brothers"—menand women of every race
and creed—who epitomize the core values in their daily actions:
2 of 69 9/27/2024, 4:30
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4. Honor: A code of personal integrity, honor guides those who do the right thingwhen no
one is looking. It is not only a duty but also a distinction, as those who possess honor are held
in honor. It is found in one's beliefs but exhibited through
3 of 69 9/27/2024, 4:30
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one's actions. Marines are held to the highest of standards, ethically and morally.Marines are
expected to act responsibly in a manner befitting the title they have earned.
5. Courage: When other principles are tested, it is courage that prevents them fromcrumbling. It
is not about ignoring fear but being stronger than fear. Courage is
the guardian of all other values. It is there when times are toughest, when difficult decisions have
to be made.It takes the form of mental, physical, and ethical strength,and it is found in the
backbone of every Marine.
6. Commitment: Commitment is the spirit of determination found in every Marine. Itis what
compels Marines to serve our nation and the Corps and to continue on whenothers quit.
Commitment does not take breaks, and it cannot be faked. It measuresand proves one's desire,
dedication, and faithfulness. Becoming a United States Marine represents the highest level of
commitment.
7. WAR DEFINED: War is defined as a violent clash of interests between or amongorganized
groups characterized by the use of military force.
• These groups have traditionally been established nation-states, but they also in- clude any non-
state group—such as an international coalition or a faction within oroutside of an existing state—
with its own political interests and the ability to generateorganized violence on a scale sufficient to
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