Today's military police officer enjoys the distinction of
a truly unique role in the Army by having two diverse and challenging
missions. First is the ever-present need to prepare for war by
leading and training combat ready military police forces that
can conduct combat operations against enemy forces in the rear
area, and expedite battlefield movement of critical resources.
Second is the peacetime garrison environment for law enforcement,
criminal investigation, terrorism counter action, physical security,
corrections, and crime prevention. This mission focuses on the
human aspects of law enforcement and reflects the military police
motto - "Of the troops and for the troops."
Just as the Infantry is trained to conduct combat operations
on the front lines, the military police corps is trained to detect
and deter the enemy in the rear area, protecting command posts,
communications centers, and vital resources.
Newly commissioned officer training emphasizes leadership, tactics,
physical training, maintenance and supply. Additional areas of
study include military police operations, civil and military
law, weapons training, personnel administration, and communicative
skills. They may also attend specialized courses such as airborne,
air assault, and ranger to support their first assignment. |