- Uphold and defend the US and Missouri Constitution
- Complete the mission
- Defend the state from tyranny, invasion and terrorism
- Educate and inform the citizenry
- Mobilize in time of crisis
- Maintain unit integrity
Principles of Leadership
- Know yourself and seek self-improvement
- Be technically and tactically proficient
- Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions
- Make sound and timely decisions
- Lead by example
- Know your teammates and look out for their welfare
- Keep your teammates informed
- Develop responsibility in your teammates
- Ensure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished
- Employ your unit within its capabilities
Core Values
- Loyalty – Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, your community, your unit and other soldiers.
- Duty – Fulfill your obligations.
- Respect – Treat people as they should be treated.
- Selfless Service – Put the welfare of the nation, your community and your subordinates before your own.
- Honor – Live up to the core values.
- Integrity – Do what’s right, legally and morally.
- Personal Courage – Face fear, danger or adversity (physical or moral.)
