What is the role of the Ordnance Corps?

• A. To provide munitions and armament support for military operations
• B. To coordinate transportation of troops
• C. To manage medical supply
• D. To train infantry

Answer: (A)

The Ordnance Corps is responsible for ensuring weapons and ammunition are available, safe, and ready to support operations. They manage the entire ordnance life cycle—acquiring munitions and armament, storing and inspecting them, maintaining and repairing weapon systems, issuing ordnance to units, and disposing of spent or obsolete materiel. This ensures soldiers have reliable weapons and ammunition when and where they need them, enabling effective combat power. The other roles described belong to different branches: transporting troops is handled by the Transportation Corps, medical supply by the Army Medical Department, and infantry training by the Infantry branch or training commands.