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Cadets At United States Military Academy (USMA)

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Cadets at United States Military Academy (USMA) are the leaders of tomorrow. They aspire to a higher purpose, and are called to put their country and families first. The shared values and characteristics of a cadet and military officer are integrity, confidence in their ability to lead, and a commitment to teamwork. It is these attributes that make some of the finest officers of the United States Army.
Integrity should be the highest value for any cadet. That is why there is an honor code at the Academy. Cadets should have a sense of pride and integrity and do what is right automatically. If a person cannot do the right thing without being watched, then he cannot be trusted. If an Army officer cannot be trusted by his own soldiers, he is useless as a leader and can’t be relied upon …show more content…

To be a successful leader, a cadet must be able to get others to follow and support them. In order to do that, they must first believe in themselves before others can. The cadets must know who they are, and have a sense of purpose. Those who know why they are at the Academy establish an aura of confidence that attracts others to follow them. A cadet who is confident becomes a leader people can trust and one that everyone will want to work for. By leading with confidence, and empowering others, a leader can do great things.
A successful cadet must also know how to work with others, and lead them towards a common goal. A leader must also be able to follow before he can lead. I understand there are many challenges to be faced at the military academy, and in order to overcome them I will need the help and support of those around me. Whether it is in drill, academics, or athletics a cadet will need the aid of others to accomplish his goal. In the field, it is a matter of life and death for an Army officer to know the value of teamwork and cooperation amongst his

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