What is the hallmark of units with high esprit de corps?

• A. Discipline and pride
• B. Superior equipment
• C. High casualty tolerance
• D. Financial resources

Answer: (A)

Esprit de corps is the shared morale and cohesion that binds soldiers into a single, trusted team. The best indicator of that spirit is discipline tied to pride—when members consistently uphold standards, look out for one another, and take pride in their unit’s identity and accomplishments. That inner culture drives reliable teamwork, mutual trust, and a willingness to endure hardships for the group’s success. External factors like superior equipment influence operations but don’t create the internal bond, and high casualty tolerance or financial resources are outcomes or influences rather than the defining sign of esprit de corps.