What are the three core values of the Marine Corps?

• A. Honor, Courage, and Commitment
• B. Loyalty, Valor, and Duty
• C. Integrity, Courage, and Service
• D. Honor, Discipline, and Courage

Answer: (A)

The three guiding values that direct Marines in every action are Honor, Courage, and Commitment. Honor means acting with integrity and doing what is right for the Nation, the unit, and one’s own conscience, even when it’s hard or unpopular. Courage is the ability to face fear, danger, or adversity with resolve, including the moral courage to stand up for what’s right under pressure. Commitment is a steadfast dedication to the mission, to fellow Marines, and to the Marine Corps, often putting the team and the goal above personal interests. Together, these values form the standard by which Marines assess decisions, behavior, and leadership. The other options mix worthy traits, but they do not reflect the official trio that the Marine Corps emphasizes.