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| The US
Ranger's played a significant part in World
War Two in some of the most important battles of the war - North
Africa, Sicily and D-Day at Omaha
Beach in particular. Based on the role of the British
Commandos, the US Rangers had their own creed:
| Recognizing
that I volunteered as a Ranger, fully knowing the hazards of my chosen
profession, I will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and
high esprit de corps of the Rangers.
Acknowledging
the fact that a Ranger is a more elite soldier who arrives at the
cutting edge of battle by land, sea, or air, I accept the fact that as a
Ranger my country expects me to move further, faster, and fight harder
than any other soldier.
Never
shall I fail my comrades I will always keep myself mentally alert,
physically strong, and morally straight and I will shoulder more than my
share of the task whatever it may be, one hundred percent and then some.
Gallantly
will I show the world that I am a specially selected and well trained
soldier. My courtesy to superior officers, neatness of dress, and care
of equipment shall set the example for others to follow.
Energetically
will I meet the enemies of my country. I shall defeat them on the field
of battle for I am better trained and will fight with all my might.
Surrender is not a Ranger word. I will never leave fallen comrade to
fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever
embarrass my country.
Readily
will I display the intestinal fortitude required to fight on to the
Ranger objective and complete the mission, though I be the lone
survivor. |
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