Navy knowledge Flashcards by Diego Erazo | Brainscape

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What does ‘Port’ refer to?

A

The left side of a ship when facing forward.

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What does ‘Starboard’ refer to?

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The right side of a ship when facing forward.

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What is a ‘Bulkhead’?

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A vertical partition or wall in a ship.

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What is a ‘Galley’?

A

The kitchen area on a ship.

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What does ‘Skuttlebut’ mean?

A

A drinking fountain on a ship.

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What is the Oldest Commissioned Ship?

A

USS Constitution (1789)

Also known as ‘Old Ironsides’.

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What is the nickname of The Oldest Commissioned Ship?

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‘Old Ironsides’.

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What is the current number of commissioned ships today?

A

6 Feet.

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What is the Birthday of the Navy?

A

13 Oct 1775.

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When was The Department of The Navy founded?

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1798.

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What are the Navy Colors?

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Blue (Oceans) and Gold (Valor).

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What year was the current Navy Seal adopted?

A

1959.

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Who is known as the Father of The Navy?

A

John Paul Jones.

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Who is known as the Father of The Nuclear Navy?

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Admiral Rickover.

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What is the Navy Fight song?

A

Anchors Aweigh.

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What is the Navy Hymn?

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Eternal Father.

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What is the Navy Mascot?

A

‘Bill’ the Goat.

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What are the Naval Service Core Values?

A

Honor, Courage, Commitment.

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What symbols are on The Navy Seal & NJROTC Patch?

A

Eagle, Anchor, Ship.

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What does the Eagle symbolize?

A

National Defense.

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What does the Anchor symbolize?

A

Maritime Tradition.

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What does the Ship symbolize?

A

Naval Service (USS Constitution).

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What was the first US aircraft carrier?

A

USS Legacy.

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What does ‘Left’ refer to?

A

Port side of the ship.

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What does ‘Right’ refer to?

A

Starboard side of the ship.

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What does ‘Wall’ refer to?

A

Bulkhead.

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What does ‘Dining Facility’ refer to?

A

Galley.

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What does ‘Water Fountain’ refer to?

A

Skuttlebut.