101 Navy Expeditionary History & Organization Fundamentals

Question 1

101.1 Discuss the conditions that led to the formation of the U.S. Navy

Answer 1

In trying to gain independence from Britain the 2nd Continental Congress established a Continental Navy. On 13OCT1775 continental congress outfitted 2 sailing vessels armed with ten carriage guns, and swivel guns, and manned by crews of 80 to intercept British ships carrying supplies.

Question 2

101.2 State the qualities that characterize the Navy/Marine Corps team as instruments to support national policies.

Answer 2

Readiness, Flexibility, Self-sustainability, and mobility

Question 3

101.3 When is the U.S. Navy’s birthday

Answer 3

October 13, 1775

Question 4

101.4 Discuss the conditions that led to the creation of the Seabees

Answer 4

In 1941 during WWII RADM Ben Moreell recommended the establishment of NCBs. Between 1949-53 NCBs were organized into 2 types of units: Naval Amphibious Construction BAttalions and Naval Mobile Construction Battalions.
1965 Seabee battalions and Regiments were deployed throughout Vietnam

Question 5

101.5 Discuss the significance of March 5, 1942, as it pertains to the Seabees

Answer 5

Offical permission to use the term “Seabee” was given

Question 6

101. 6 Discuss the importance of the following conflicts as they relate to Naval History:
102. Battle of Coral Sea
103. Invasion of Normandy
104. Battle of Midway

Answer 6

1. 1942 battle fought entirely with aircraft launched from carriers.
2. June 6, 1944, the largest amphibious operation in history.
3. Turning point of the war in the pacific. June 4, 1942. ADM Chester Nimitz planned the ambush. US carriers Yorktown, Hornet, and Enterprise.

Question 7

101.7 Discuss the conditions that led to the creation of Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Navy Divers

Answer 7

EOD - June 1941 veterans that worked with the British Unexploded Orandance teams formed the 1st class of the Mine Recovery School. From 1941-45 19 classes graduated and deployed throughout the pacific and Mediterranian theaters. First called Mobile Explosive Investigative Units. Later renamed EOD. 
Navy Divers -Divers date back to middle of the 19th century and have been used to repair ships, construction work, and military operations. During the 1900s the submarine program was in rapid development and it was marred by series of accidents which resulted in rapid growth of Navy Divers. The first US Navy Diving Manual and the establishment of the Navy Diving School

Question 8

101.8 Discuss Role and Responsibility of the Secretary of the Navy

Answer 8

Responsible for recruiting, organizing, supplying, equipping, training, mobilizing and demobilizing.
Oversees the construction, outfitting, and repair of naval ships, equipment and facilities.
Responsible for the formulation and implementation of naval policies and programs that are consistent with the national security policies and objectives established by the president and the SECDEF

Question 9

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO)

Answer 9

To Organize, train, equip, prepare, and maintain the readiness of Navy operational forces

Question 10

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the MCPON

Answer 10

The most senior enlisted representative of the Navy and the primary enlisted advisor to the CNO. Makes recommendations to help develop effective leadership and training at all enlisted levels.

Question 11

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Fleet Master Chiefs & Force Master Chiefs

Answer 11

They advise their respective commander and provide input to the formulation, implementation, and execution of policies concerning morale, welfare, job satisfaction, discipline, utilization, family support, and training of enlisted sailors.

Question 12

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Commanding Officer

Answer 12

Has absolute responsibility of safety, well being and efficiency of his/her command

Question 13

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Executive Officer

Answer 13

Direct representative of the CO. Responsible for the organization, performance of duty and general good order and discipline of those in the command

Question 14

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Command Master Chief

Answer 14

Enlisted advisor to the command regarding the formulation and implementation of policies pertaining to the morale, discipline, training, and welfare of enlisted personnel.

Question 15

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Admin Assistance Officer

Answer 15

Observes and report to the XO on the effectiveness of administrative policies, procedures, and regulations of the command. Reviews and screens correspondence prepared for the signature or review of the XO/CO

Question 16

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Operations Officer

Answer 16

Responsible for preparation of operation plans & orders. Management and maintenance of battle group Command & Control systems. Reporting to the CO concerning operations intelligence, and tactical employment of the unit and assigned aircraft.

Question 17

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Supply Officer

Answer 17

Responsible for procuring, receiving, storing, issuing and accounting for all material in his/her custody. Maintaining all stores and equipment of the command.

Question 18

101.8 Discuss the Role and Responsibility of the Communication Officer

Answer 18

Responsible for visual and electronic exterior communications and for the administration of the internal systems.

Question 19

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC)

Answer 19

The functional commander is in control of manning, training, equipping, and organizing forces that will execute force protection, shore-based logistical support, and construction missions across the joint operational spectrum.

Question 20

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Coastal Riverine Force (CRS)

Answer 20

The primary mission is to conduct maritime security operations across all phases of military operations by defending high value assets, critical maritime infrastructure, ports and harbors both inland and on coastal waterways.

Question 21

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Maritime Civil Affairs and Training Command (MCASTC)

Answer 21

Provides personnel, trains, equips and deploys sailors for a task force commander to establish and enhance relations between military forces, governmental and nongovernmental organizations and the civilian populace

Question 22

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Explosive Ordance Disposal

Answer 22

Primary mission is explosive ordance location and disposal, rendering safe unexploded ordance, diving and salvage operations, and organic C2 of EOD operations.

Question 23

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Naval Construction Force (NCF)

Answer 23

Provide a wide range of construction in support of operating forces. Performs civic action projects and provides anti-terrorism and force protection for personnel and construction projects.

Question 24

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Naval Expeditionary Intelligence Command (NEIC)

Answer 24

Delivers flexible, capable and ready maritime expeditionary intelligence forces that respond rapidly to evolving irregular warfare area intelligence requirements.

Question 25

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Naval Expeditionary Logistics (NAVELSG)

Answer 25

Provides combat service support through logistics operations, which include port operations, fuel distribution, postal operations and air cargo missions.

Question 26

101.9 State the mission, capabilities, and projected operating area for the Expeditionary Combat Readiness Command

Answer 26

Coordinates and oversees all admin processing, equipping, training, deployment and re deployment of sailors assigned as IAs, in lieu of forces and to provisional units committed to joint and maritime operations