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US Navy
The US Navy is a service branch of the US Armed Forces that deals with naval warfare. It is the world’s largest naval force, and has the largest carrier fleet, operating 286 ships in active service and over 3,700 aircrafts.
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Who was the youngest navy chief petty officer?
Diego Enrique Santiago, age 5, was pinned an honorary Chief Petty Officer at the USO in Jacksonville, North Carolina in March of 2006. He was a cancer patient and his wish was to be a Navy Chief just like his father, HMC Jesus Santiago. Diego passed away 8/2/06.
How many three star admirals are there in the present US navy?
Not very many, although we can't really be sure. According to federal law, there can only be 302 general officers on active duty in the Army. Of them, 49 may have three or four stars, and 253 may have one or two stars.
What can you do to prevent the world reaching its end?
The end of the world, a question asked by many. Honestly, if you can stop the world from ending you will eventually know how. However, I believe that no one can stop the inevitable. Really all that you can do is just live each and every day like it is your last. Honestly I believe the world has already ended and we are experiencing the apocalypse right now, I have thought this for almost 5 years now....and I'm a Christian
What is the Minimum height to enlist in us navy?
Pretty short - the current height minimum for both men and women for Navy enlistment is 51" (4'3").
Of course the requirement is taller for the Army and Marines; they want people to at least be taller than the packs they're carrying.
Where did the US navy decisively deafeat enemy fleets in the Spanish-American War of 1898?
The US Navy won its most decisive victory of the Spanish-American War during the Battle of Manila Bay.
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What is the person on the ship under the captain?
The officer directly under a ship's Commanding Officer is the Executive Officer; in the Navy, that also goes for shore commands.
What is the ship name for us navy ship LST -1167?
The LST-271 was never given a formal name other than the USS LST-271. This wasn't uncommon with smaller vessels during WWII, such as LST's, PC's, PT's, etc.
Some ships that went unnamed that survived the war and scrapping were formally named later; however, the USS LST-271 wasn't one of them. She was decommissioned in April 1946, then scrapped 2 years later. She earned 5 Battle Stars during WWII.
How do I get stains out of dress white uniforms?
It depends on the stain, but your best bet with whites (even cotton) is to just take them to a dry cleaners to let them do it professionally.
Who was the captain in 1953 Of the Bonhomme Richard?
Captain Paul W. Watson was the Commanding Officer of the USS Bonhomme Richard (CV-31) from 1 May 1952 - 15 May 1953. The ship was temporarily decommissioned in 1953 for 2 years to upgrade her to handle jet aircraft.
Upon reentering the active fleet, her hull type and number was re-designated CVA-31.
What does CVA mean on a US Navy ship?
The CV indicates an Aircraft Carrier. The A at the end indicates it is designed for Attack use. The US Navy does not currently have any CVAs.
What did the allies win by refining sonar equipment and developing fast escort ships for convoys?
The factors mentioned allowed the allies to win the submarine war in the Atlantic. The ability of the U.S. to build the so-called liberty ships so quickly and in such great numbers and the broadening of the effectiveness of allied air power also contributed to attrition among the German submarines. Losses continued to mount for the Kriegsmarine, and they were running out of u-boats and had difficulty servicing those remaining as the war wound on.
How did the US build a more powerful navy?
England did build a strong navy through organization of fleet, creating a small force and training. The high specialize training which was well funded by the government helped England build a strong navy.
The 2 is the rank of the sailor, indicating that they are an E-5 or 2nd Class Petty Officer. PS is their specialty that stands for Personnel Specialist. They work with service records of the other Navy individuals.
the different gasses cause the light to turn intodifferent dirrections (the reflection goes in different direction because of the different elements) and it is connected with the polarization of the light
How is cib and jump wings worn on dress uniform?
nothing is worn above the cib jump wings under jump wings
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How do you get rid of grass stains on white cotton?
dilute bleach with equal parts water so its not a strong stain lifter. pour over white cotton- then toss directly in washer.
Worlds most powerful destroyer?
The worlds most powerful destroyer is the Sejong the Great class destroyer. These ships are operated by the Republic of Korea Navy. There are three in the current fleet with each having a capacity for 400 crew members. The weapons each ship is equipped with are 16 anti-ship missiles, 6 torpedoes, 3 cruise missiles, helicopters and a 1.5 inch naval gun.
What is a navy signalman third class?
It is an individual that has attended Signalman (SM) A-school in the United States Navy and also achieved the rank of E-4 (Petty Officer Third Class). When the rating (job) and rank are combined, one would use the term Signalman Third Class (SM3).
As a side note, the rating of Signalman (SM) was merged into Quartermasters (QM) in 2003.
The USS maine was actually sunk by?
The United States government claimed that the USS Maine was sunk by a Spanish mine in Havana Harbor in Cuba. However, evidence points to an explosion in a powder magazine. This lead to the sinking of the ship and the US and Spain going to war.
