US Navy

The history of U.S. Navy military ranks dates back to the late 18th century. Originally, naval officers were divided into three ranks - captain, lieutenant, and midshipman. Over time, additional ranks were added, including commodore, rear admiral, and admiral. Today, the U.S. Navy ranks follow a hierarchical structure, starting with ensigns and progressing through various officer ranks, such as lieutenant, commander, captain, admiral, and ultimately the Chief of Naval Operations.

Navy SEAL colonels may go on missions, but it is not common. Their primary role is to provide leadership and strategic guidance in planning and executing missions. However, in certain situations or special operations, they may participate directly in missions alongside their teams.

Master Chiefs (E-9) are subject to the same time-in-rate and service requirements that all other ranks are, but the manning requirements of their rate determine how many are selected. For example, smaller rate communities will have fewer E-9's, while bigger ones will have more.

All advancements are determined by evaluations, recommendations, time, and manning requirements. However, just because you meet the requirements doesn't mean you'll get promoted.

About 30 years ago, the Navy instituted a policy of mandatory retirement for senior enlisted and officers to deal with the problem of being top-rank heavy, i.e., having senior ranks who were unwilling to retire on their own. I knew a Master Chief when I was in Submarine School in Groton who had almost 40 years in, and was one of the first ones affected by the change. This policy freed up the positions held by senior enlisted rates, and got the promotion process rolling again.

Only the top people in their rates are ever selected for Master Chief, but like anything in leadership, rank doesn't necessarily mean ability. Most are the best leaders, but the Navy clearly sometimes makes mistakes, and occasionally some real idiots are promoted. But that's the case with anything in the Government.

The Petty Officer First Class Selectee Leadership Course (PO1 SLC) Student Guide can typically be found on the official website of the United States Navy. It may be available for download or accessible through a Navy training portal or learning management system. Alternatively, you can consult with your command's training or education officer for guidance on accessing the guide.

As of my knowledge cutoff date in 2021, Meijer Inc. does not publicly disclose the name of its chief marketing officer. It is recommended to visit the official website or contact their corporate office for the latest information regarding their executive team.

Yes, you can grow a beard in the active reserves Navy under certain circumstances. The Navy has specific grooming standards that allow for beards when serving in a tactical or religious accommodation role. However, these accommodations must be approved by the chain of command, and the beard must be well-groomed and not interfere with the proper wear of protective equipment.

Firecontrol Men are responsible for the weapons systems aboard surface ships. Though torpedo men and gunners mates are responsible for the weapons - the fire control men are responsible for directing those weapons onto target. They take care of fire control computers and radars that are used to put weapons where they need to go.

To improve your physical conditioning for Navy SEAL's BUDs training, start by focusing on building a solid foundation of cardiovascular fitness. Incorporate running, swimming, and high-intensity interval training into your routine. Additionally, work on strength training exercises such as push-ups, pull-ups, and bodyweight squats to improve your overall strength and endurance. Gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts and consider seeking guidance from a fitness professional experienced with military training.

The phrase "It's better to be a pirate than to join the Navy" is often used to convey a preference for unconventional, independent, and adventurous lifestyles over conforming to societal norms or joining established institutions. It suggests that taking risks and pursuing individual freedom can lead to more exciting and fulfilling experiences compared to a more structured and controlled existence.

Various shipbuilding companies around the world are contracted to build ships for the navy. In the United States, companies such as Huntington Ingalls Industries and General Dynamics Electric Boat are among the primary shipbuilders for the navy. Similarly, countries like Russia have shipyards like Sevmash and United Shipbuilding Corporation that construct naval vessels for their navy.

Eight bells is traditionally the signal for the end of a four-hour watch on board ship. It is typically rung at the following times: 12:00, 4:00, and 8:00 (both AM and PM) in the 24-hour nautical timekeeping system.

Naval Space Command officially ended on October 1, 2002. It was merged with the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) to form the United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM).

The spacing between ribbons and the warfare pin on dress whites is typically 1/4 inch. However, it is always best to refer to the specific regulations or guidelines of your branch of service for accurate information on uniform standards.

DRB stands for Disciplinary Review Board in the navy. It is a panel that reviews disciplinary matters and can recommend disciplinary actions for members of the navy who have violated regulations or engaged in misconduct. The DRB process allows for a fair and impartial review of the case before any final decisions are made.

After boot camp, you generally hold the rank of E-1 which is seaman/airman/fireman recruit. During boot camp, you can obtain certain awards that will raise your rank to E-3 upon completion of boot camp. You can also join the Navy as an E-3 depending on certain factors such as education or special programs like recruiting a friend to join you on your ride to becoming a United States Sailor.

Answer is maybe. A seabee is trained to defend him ot her self and that may mean using a weapon to include an asault rifle. However many Seabees work on defended bases or on projects in areas that are safe or considered secure. My point is that they can carry one but it is not a regular thing like Army personnel.

YES! Girls can be navy divers. They can participate in every branch of the navy with the exception of SEALS. But we can dive, we can train for EOD, we can be rescue swimmers and serve on submarines. Girls can do (almost) everything the guys can do.

As of September 2021, the Royal Australian Navy operates a fleet size of 45 commissioned vessels. This includes submarines, frigates, patrol boats, and support ships. The navy's inventory is continuously changing as older vessels are decommissioned and new ones are commissioned.

The first requirement is to complete medical school and obtain your medical license.

Then you have to meet the current requirements for age and health. Your Navy recruiter can fill in the details for that part.

The command is 'Ready, To!' in a verbal situation. When using the boatswain's pipe it is two short blasts. Often used when passing another ship to show respect.

The US Navy Memorial Foundation is located at 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. It is situated near the National Archives and National Gallery of Art, making it easily accessible for visitors.

You can find out the specific day you joined the Navy by looking at your military service record, often referred to as a DD-214. This document contains information about your dates of service, including the date you initially entered the Navy. You can request a copy of your DD-214 from the National Archives or from the personnel department of the branch of military you served in.

'Bill the Goat' is the United States Naval Academy's mascot . [Go Navy!]

Your service time begins when you report for active duty - in the case of the Naval Academy, it's when you report for duty as a Plebe.

The Academy is just an "extended" boot camp and college for officers in training. Recruits with degrees would normally attend OCS, and go through a shorter program to just learn how to be an officer. For enlisted, boot camp is it since there is no degree involved, or at least most of the time. There are those with degrees who choose not to get a commission.

I hate to disagree with you about that but unless the Navy has changed, our time at the Academy did NOT count towards your pay and benefits nor towards your retirement. As neither an enlisted nor an officer you were in between official ranks. Now I was in the Class of 1979 and as a prior enlisted I was a little bit down to find that it didn't do anything towards our longevity. Yes, we were active duty, yes we did have a green id card instead of a red one but that time did not count. Hoss55