What are the Navy's core values?

• A. Honor, Courage, Commitment.
• B. Integrity, Courage, Sacrifice.
• C. Honor, Loyalty, Duty.
• D. Courage, Honor, Respect.

Answer: (A)

The Navy’s values describe the standard of conduct guiding every member in daily duties and leadership. The three words that express this framework are Honor, Courage, and Commitment.

Honor means holding yourself to high ethical standards and acting with integrity, fairness, and responsibility, even when nobody is watching. Courage is the strength to do what’s right in the face of fear, danger, or adversity, including standing up for teammates and the mission. Commitment is a deep, ongoing dedication to country, the Navy, and your shipmates, demonstrated by perseverance and fulfilling your duties.

Other options mix noble traits, but they don’t represent the official trio the Navy uses. While integrity, sacrifice, respect, loyalty, and duty are valuable, they aren’t the three-word set recognized as the Navy’s core values.