Rangers should determine the following information while reconnoitering and selecting a mountain site:
(1) The size, slope, amount of surface debris, and the area covered by shadows and obstacles in and around the site.
(2) The approximate direction, speed, and characteristics of the wind.
(3) The inbound route, if necessary. When the pilot cannot land due to a steep slope, the aircraft may terminate at a hover to off load troops and supplies.
(4) The departure route, which should orient into the wind and over the lowest obstacles.
RANGER CREED Recognizing that I volunteered as a Ranger, fully knowing the hazards of my chosen profession, I
will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and high esprit de corps of the Rangers.
Acknowledging the fact that a Ranger is a more elite Soldier who arrives at the cutting edge of
battle by land, sea, or air, I accept the fact that as a Ranger my country expects me to move further, faster, and fight harder than any other Soldier.
Never shall I fail my comrades I will always keep myself mentally alert, physically strong, and morally straight and I will shoulder more than my share of the task whatever it may be, one hundred percent and then some.
Gallantly will I show the world that I am a specially selected and well trained Soldier. My courtesy to superior officers, neatness of dress, and care of equipment shall set the example for others to follow.
Energetically will I meet the enemies of my country. I shall defeat them on the field of battle for
I am better trained and will fight with all my might. Surrender is not a Ranger word. I will never
leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country. Readily will I display the intestinal fortitude required to fight on to the Ranger objective and
complete the mission, though I be the lone survivor.
