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What must a cadet recite from memory for every achievement and award?

The Cadet Oath, from memory.

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  1. The Pledge of Allegiance
  2. The Core Values handbook
  3. The Cadet Oath ✔

Why: CAPR 60-1 requires current membership, a properly worn uniform after Achievement 1, and recitation of the Cadet Oath from memory for every achievement and award.

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Answer: The Cadet Oath. CAPR 60-1 requires current membership, a properly worn uniform after Achievement 1, and recitation of the Cadet Oath from memory for every achievement and award.

  1. CAPR 60-1 Cadet Program Management (18 Aug 2025) www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/R_601_D19B3E261AA1D.pdf
    have recited the Cadet Oath from memory
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. CAPR 60-1 Cadet Program Management (18 Aug 2025) www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/R_601_D19B3E261AA1D.pdf
    possess one CAP uniform and wear it properly (after Achievement 1)
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  3. Learn to Lead Chapter 1, Character and the Air Force Tradition www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/L2L_Mod1_Ch1_AF_Tradition_B81658040C0E9.pdf
    Members of the military swear an oath when they enlist or are commissioned.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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