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US Merchant Marines
The US Merchant Marines are civilian-owned auxiliary watercrafts of the Navy during war time. During peace time, these crafts are engaged in transporting passengers and cargo within the territorial waters of the USA.
467 Questions
Is merchant navy better than engineering?
Marine Engineering is on of the two branches of Merchant Navy service. The name of another branch is "Nautical Study"
Should all men be required to perform military or pubic service?
It's most definitely your choice. If you don't want to then don't.
When should a firm consider expanding from strictly domestic tade to international trade?
The answer lies in the reason the company is looking outside it domestic base of operation. Would my product be more marketable and just as profitable in an international market.? The product may be more marketable and just as profitable in another part of the world. Is my product somewhat unique to another part of the world? My present market is saturated and growth or even decline may be likely. International trade has many barriers however: physical, cultural, tariffs and trade restrictions, political and legal obstacles, and in some areas of the world unpredictability. Competition and price should not be a factor, if it is and if cannot hold in your own in these areas, then you probably shouldn't consider this venture. You may want to place it safe as in perhaps staying in a free trade area, concentrate your new market in a nation that is in your proximity,utilize a country with a common market and similar customs. If you are inexperienced in foreign markets consider utilizing an export broker or start small and slowly build trust and confidence in this market.
What is a merchant mariner salary?
non officer 30-45,000
officer 55-200,000 depending on ship and many other factors. The captain of a large US flagged ship will make a large salary. The junior most officer about 60,000-75,000 I should know I am a USMM officer!
How do animals use a magnetic compass for navigation?
Homing pigeons use magnetism through tiny iron crystals in their beaks. Turtles use magnetism by sensing slight differences in magnetism throughout the ocean. It keeps them in the cycle of warm waters in a specific 8,000 mile path that they swim for years.
When was the last ship destoyed by a submarine?
The last ship sunk by a submarine is the Argentinean Navy vessel ARA General Belgrano, a former WWII U.S. Navy Brooklyn-class light cruiser (USS Phoenix (CL-46)) sold to Argentina in 1951. She was sunk by 2 of a spread of 3 Mark 8 torpedoes from the British Royal Navy submarine HMS Conqueror (S48) during the Falklands Islands War on May 2, 1982, sinking the Belgrano in minutes and killing 323 sailors out of a crew of almost 1100.
HMS Conqueror also has the distinction of being the only nuclear submarine to have engaged and sunk an enemy target with torpedoes in armed conflict.
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You must be signed with a modeling agency in commercial/print and/or commercial fashion that has JC Penny's as a client.
What is gp rating in merchant navy?
GP rating called as general purpose ratings or crew ratings. GP ratings are both in deck department & engine department. GP rating ranking consist of the unlicensed crew members who are under the supervision of the officers or engineers.
What is a whessoe gauge use for on ship?
They are used for measuring the depth of ullage space in an oil tank.
A vessel with multiple levels in the holds. You can load (for example) cars and machinery in the tank top (lowest hold) and then close that. Once closed, you can load crates and boxes into the "lower tween" hold, then close that. The remaining "upper tween" once filled is closed up and sealed for sea. If there is additional cargo it can be loaded on deck.
A non-tween decker has no levels in the holds.
Why did Jonah go on the ship to go to a different place?
He was afraid of the people of Ninevah because they were believed to be the most sinful people of the time.
It is symbolism
Where to get merchant marine card?
Look online for any U.S. Coast Guard "Regional Examination Center." When you find the one closest to you, simply go in and ask for an application for (what today is) a Merchant Mariner Credential (the card has been phased out.)
You need to pass a physical examination (done by your own physician or a physician of your choice), a drug test and a background check. Once this all clears you'll be called back to pick up your credential and swear in as a Merchant Mariner of the United States.
Why do sailors uncover on mess decks?
While underway if there are many people injured the mess decks are the main place to treat them. Everyone should uncover to show their respects to those Sailors and personnel that have fallen.
Should my friend join the Navy?
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