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Company C-4
“The purpose of Pershing Rifles is to foster a spirit of friendship and cooperation among men in the military department and to maintain a highly efficient drill company.”
- General John Joseph Pershing
Who We Are
Company Charlie of the 4th regiment of the National Society of Pershing Rifles was founded at Clemson University in 1939 as an elite drill platoon. Only the best drilled cadets were offered membership and it was an honor to be selected. Pershing Rifles is the only drill team at Clemson to have survived through the years, and it is one of the last few reminders of Clemson’s Cadet Corps, Military Traditions, and Military History.
MIssion
The Mission of Company C-4 is to utilize the aspects of discipline and motivation in order to develop the teamwork essential to maintain a superior drill unit.
Vision
The Vision of Company C-4 is to preserve the future of America’s leadership resources through teamwork training of those willing and able to accept and respect the responsibility of continuing the process.
Pershing Rifles Events and ACTIVITIES
Color Guards for sporting events (football, basketball, baseball, etc.)
3 Round Volleys (9/11 Ceremony, Military Funerals, etc.)
Graduation Postings
Scroll of Honor Guarding during MAD football weekend
Ring Guarding
Mardi Gras Parade Performances in New Orleans
National Exhibition Drill Competitions
POW/MIA Ceremonies
Sabre Arches (Homecoming Court, Military Ball, etc.)
How to join
6 Week Riflemen Assessment Training (RAT Phase)
Must pass branch specific PT test
Minimum GPA of 2.0 for term and cumulative
Pass the required testing and training during RAT Phase
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