Navy Knowledge Flashcards
What does ‘Port’ refer to in naval terms?
The left side of a ship when facing forward
What does ‘Starboard’ refer to in naval terms?
The right side of a ship when facing forward
What is the ‘Deck’ on a ship?
The floor or surface of a ship
What is a ‘Bulkhead’?
A wall within a ship
What is the ‘Galley’ on a ship?
The kitchen area
What does ‘Skuttlebut’ refer to?
A water fountain on a ship
What is the name of the oldest commissioned ship?
USS Constitution
What is the nickname of the oldest commissioned ship?
Old Ironsides
What is the depth of a fathom?
6 feet
Who names ships today?
The Secretary of the Navy (SecNav)
What is the birthday of the Navy?
October 13th, 1775
When was the Department of the Navy founded?
1798
What are the Navy colors?
Blue (Ocean) and Gold (Valor)
In what year was the current Navy Seal adopted?
1959
Who is known as the ‘Father of the Navy’?
John Paul Jones
Who is known as the ‘Father of the Nuclear Navy’?
Admiral Rickover
What is the Navy fight song?
Anchors Aweigh
What is the Navy hymn?
Eternal Father
What are the Naval Service Core Values?
Honor, Courage, Commitment
What symbols are on the Navy Seal & NJROTC Patch?
Eagle, Anchor, Ship
What does the Eagle symbolize?
National Defense
What does the Anchor symbolize?
Maritime Tradition
What does the Ship symbolize?
Naval Service (USS Constitution)
What is the birthday of the Marine Corps?
November 10th, 1775
What does ‘Left’ refer to in naval terms?
Port
What does ‘Right’ refer to in naval terms?
Starboard
What does ‘Floor / Ground’ refer to in naval terms?
Deck
What does ‘Wall’ refer to in naval terms?
Bulkhead
What does ‘Dining Facility’ refer to on a ship?
Galley
What does ‘Water Fountain’ refer to on a ship?
Skuttlebut
