![]() It is especially so for the reason that so large a proportion of the men enlisting are under 21 years of age. The recognition of this responsibility on the part of officers is vital to the well-being of the Marine Corps. In fact, it should partake of the nature of the relation between father and son, to the extent that officers, especially commanders, are responsible for the physical, mental, and moral welfare, as well as the discipline and military training of the men under their command who are serving the Nation in the Marine Corps. ![]() The relation between officers and enlisted men should in no sense be that of superior and inferior nor that of master and servant, but rather that of teacher and scholar. It must be fostered and kept alive and made the moving force in all Marine Corps organizations. The spirit of comradeship and brotherhood in arms which has traditionally existed throughout the ranks of the Marine Corps is a vital characteristic of the Corps. Each officer must endeavor by all means in his power to develop within himself those qualities of leadership, including industry, justice, self-control, unselfishness, honor, and courage, which will fit him to be a real leader of men and which will aid in establishing the relationship described below. Young Marines respond quickly and readily to the exhibition of qualities of leadership on the part of their officers. Title: Relations Between Officers and MenĪuthor/Presenter: Major General John A Lejeune, USMC Commandant of the Marine Corps
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