What does the acronym LDRSHIP stand for in the Army Values?

• A. LDRSHIP stands for Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, Personal Courage
• B. LDRSHIP stands for Leadership, Duty, Resolve, Service, Honor, Integrity, Patriotism
• C. LDRSHIP stands for Loyalty, Dedication, Respect, Service, Honor, Integrity, Prowess
• D. LDRSHIP stands for Light, Duty, Respect, Service, Honor, Initiative, Perseverance

Answer: (A)

LDRSHIP represents the seven values that guide how soldiers conduct themselves in the Army. It stands for Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. These aren’t just words; they encode how a service member should behave: Loyalty to the Constitution, the Army, and fellow soldiers; Duty to perform tasks and obligations; Respect for others; Selfless Service by putting the mission and team first; Honor through ethical conduct; Integrity by doing what’s right even when it’s difficult; and Personal Courage to face fear or adversity.

The other options replace one or more terms with words that aren’t part of the official Army Values—for example, substituting Leadership for Loyalty, or using Resolve, Patriotism, Prowess, Light, or Initiative in place of the established terms.