FM 7-21.13 - THE SOLDIER'S GUIDE - February 2004

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FM 7-21.13, The Soldier’s Guide (February 2004) sets expectations for every Army soldier, including active, reserve, and National Guard personnel. It summarizes key information consolidated from Army Regulations, Field Manuals, and DA Pamphlets, covering the soldier’s role, obligations, leadership relationships, appearance and conduct standards, and selected individual combat tasks. Updated change material is included via Change No. 1 dated 20 September 2011, clarifying new pages and filing guidance.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages436

Reading Time18 h 19 min

AccessFree to download

Contents

Chapter 1 THE INDIVIDUAL SOLDIER'S ROLE IN THE ARMY

Chapter 2 THE ARMY AND THE NATION

Chapter 3 DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND AUTHORITY OF THE SOLDIER

Chapter 4 CUSTOMS, COURTESIES, AND TRADITIONS

Chapter 5 TRAINING

Chapter 6 DEVELOPMENTAL COUNSELING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

FM 7-21.13 THE SOLDIER’S GUIDE FEBRUARY 2004 DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTION: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY FOREWORD The Soldier is the ultimate guardian of America’s freedom. In over 120 countries around the world, Soldiers like you are protecting our Nation’s freedom and working to provide a better life for oppressed or impoverished peoples. It is no accident our Army succeeds everywhere we are called to serve—the loyalty and selfless service of the American Soldier guarantee it. Today our Army is fighting directly for the American people. This global war on terrorism is about our future. It’s about ensuring our children and grandchildren enjoy the same liberties we cherish. While difficult tasks remain, victory is certain. The efforts and sacrifices of the American Soldier will assure it. Although our technology has changed, the core of our success remains the American Soldier. Whether equipped with a bayonet or an Apache helicopter, the American Soldier is the most lethal weapon in the world. Regardless of MOS or location on the battlefield, the American Soldier will accomplish the mission—andwill destroy any enemy interference with that mission. This Soldier’s Guide applies to every soldier in the Army—active, reserve, and National Guard—in every rank and MOS. It condenses important information from a number of Army Regulations, Field Manuals, DA Pamphlets and other publications. This manual describes your role in the Army, your obligations, and what you can expect from your leaders. Other subject areas are Army history, training, and professional development. This manual also describes standards in appearance and conduct and selected individual combat tasks that are important for every Soldier to master. This manual gives you a good reference to find answers for many questions. It helps clarify and reinforce standards and helps prepare you to assume leadership positions. Read it thoroughly and continue to do the great work American Soldiers have done for almost 230 years. FM 7-21.13, C1 Change No.1 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Washington, DC, 20 September 2011 The Soldier’s Guide 1. Change FM 7-21. 13, 2 February 2004, as follows: Remove old pages: Insert new pages: 3-1 and 3-2 ...................................... 3-1 and 3-2 3-35 and 3-36 .................................. 3-35 and 3-36 3-41 through 3-48............................ 3-41 through 3-48 7-33 and 7-34 .................................. 7-33 and 7-34 Index-7 and Index-8 ........................ Index 7 and Index-8 2. An asterisk (*) marks new material. 3. File this transmittal sheet in the front of the publication. DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTION: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. FM 7 21. 13, C1 20 September 2011 By Order of the Secretary of the Army: RAYMOND T. ODIERNO General, United States Army Chief of Staff Official: JOYCE E. MORROW Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army 1122803 DISTRIBUTION: Active Army, Army National Guard, and U. S. Army Reserve: Not to be distributed; electronic media only. FM 7-21.13 Field Manual Headquarters No. 7-21.13 Department of the Army Washington, DC, 2 February 2004 The Soldier’s Guide Contents Page FIGURES .............................................................................................. iii TABLES ............................................................................................... iv VIGNETTES .......................................................................................... v ILLUSTRATIONS ................................................................................ vii PREFACE ........................................................................................... viii INTRODUCTION ................................................................................... x Chapter 1 THE INDIVIDUA

FAQs

Who is FM 7-21.13 intended for?

It applies to every soldier in the Army—active, reserve, and National Guard—in every rank and MOS.

What topics does The Soldier’s Guide cover?

It covers the soldier’s role and obligations, what to expect from leaders, key standards for appearance and conduct, and selected individual combat tasks, along with training and professional development.

What is included in Change No. 1 dated 20 September 2011?

Change No. 1 specifies removed and inserted pages and notes that new material is marked with an asterisk, along with instructions to file the transmittal sheet in front of the publication.

Oct 22, 2026

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