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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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How many admirals are in the British navy?
I'm not sure of the 2009 figures but back in May 1805 there were 144 Admirals consisting of 46 Admirals, 36 Vice Admirals and 62 Rear Admirals.
No, not since 1994, when we tested the watch out and found that it flooded after a couple weeks of diving as shallow as 25 feet. The watch is too bright for tactical operations, and is analog, where most of our guys where a digital watch because of its more precise timing. The most common issued watches are Suunto and G-Shock, but it is largely up to personal preference.
Where is the U.S.S. Olympia located?
The U.S.S. Olympia is located in Philadelphia, PA. She is part of a maritime exhibit and museum. She is in need of repair and restoration so if you want you can donate via the website. Just "google" uss olympia.
What was made in North Carolina and was used to waterproof ships?
Tar is the primary thing used. Pitch from pine trees is used to caulk the joints. North Carolina also supplied wood and masts for ships.
What is the rising water on a ship's bow called?
I believe the term you are looking for is "bow wave."
How many strokes of the bell do navy ring to usher in new year?
The U.S. Navy will usher in the New Year with eight bells.
In the U.S. Navy, watches are conducted in 4-hour increments ending on the hour, so from 0000 (midnight, also 2400) to 0400 (4 am), 0400 - 0800, etc. The time bells are rung every half hour beginning with one bell at 30 minutes into the watch, and one additional bell as the half-hour increments accumulate. The sixth watch thus ends at 2400 (midnight) with eight bells. This cycle continues regardless of holidays.
Where did the USS Vestal get her name?
According to Wikipedia: she was named in 1905, well before her keel was laid, and her name changed again in 1945. The source of the name, however, is unclear.
Notably, she floated beside the USS Arizona during the Pearl Harbour attack in 1941.
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How many marines in a marine unit?
That can depends on what size of a unit you are talking about. A squad usually runs about 10 people. A platoon will have 3 to 5 squads. A company has two platoons. And a battalion normally has 4 companies.
How can you check status of moneygram sent 2 hours ago?
You can always call 1800 moneygram and ask them about a status on your transaction. You do not have to go to a location.
How many staff can be on a navy ship?
The crew of a ship depends on its size and mission. While a small gunboat may have a crew of a dozen, an aircraft carrier with its full compliment of aircraft will have several thousand crew members aboard.
What does CVS on Navy Ships stand for?
Would help if you state which country's Navy are you talking about.
Answer:
Carrier, of heavier-than-air aircraft.
The "V" is a hangover from the old days (1920) when the USN also used to operate blimps. There were separate designations for lighter-than-air and heavier-than-air machines - V for heavier than air, Z for lighter than air.
This is why US Navy squadrons (fixed-wing) have a "V" in their designation - because they operate non-blimps.
Who was the only Navy Chief Petty Officer to play Major League Baseball?
Robert William Andrew "Bob" Feller (born November 3, 1918 in Van Meter, Iowa), nicknamed the "Heater from Van Meter", "Bullet Bob" and "Rapid Robert", is the only CPO inducted into the MLB Hall of Fame. He was also the first MLB player to volunteer for service after the Pearl Harbor attack. He served as a Gun Captain aboard the Battleship USS Alabama (BB-60). His bunk on the Alabama is marked.
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When is the USS Ronald Reagan due to return from deployment?
Ship movements are considered classified. The Ombudsmen can provide the necessary information to the family of the crew.
its form of government
to store loot
What is the chain of command in relation to business organizational structure?
Chain of Command
A system whereby authority passes down from the top through a series of executive positions in which each is accountable to the one directly superior.
You have three kids and married and wanted to know would you be able to join the navy?
Generally no, you cannot join the Navy if you already have dependents. You can always request for a waiver though.
Do you get to keep a miltary id after a honorable discharge?
Only if you retire from the service, or are a disabled Vet, and even then you get a different type of ID than your active duty ID. As far as current ID's, they're turned in and destroyed when you process out.
Black ink (typed and written) is the official color for ink used in the Navy for several reasons:
1. Blue and Red inks do not copy well (Xerox) when necessary.
2. Pencils are not allowed for official documents.
3. Red ink is used for document security classification and similar uses.
Is the navy the oldest military branch?
No, the oldest military branch was the Continental Army founded by George Washington.
