Sir Thomas More faced in the 1500s. During the reign of Henry VIII, when the English monarch challenged the Catholic Church regarding his divorce, he turned to Sir Thomas for legal support in an attempt to establish his own church. Willing to sacrifice his life he was executed. Both men sacrificed personal gain for the principle of honor. In today s society it appears that many people have less of an obligation to others and more of a devotion to personal self-interests.
Honor simply means knowing right from wrong.
It means making sacrifices and suffering consequences, as well as realizing your personal actions have a direct impact on the lives of others. These guiding principles embody honor and leadership. Without honor you have no leadership. For CAP cadets and senior members, honor should be the foundation upon which we operate. Young men and women who are part of CAP should be introduced to the true meaning of honor.