[Joe 6-pack]

"I'm reminded of the time I saw a wet-behind-the-ears butter bar ensign "remind" a crusty old BMCM (Master Chief Boatswain's Mate) that he was supposed to salute an officer when they pass each other. The BMCM's reply? He reached into his pocket and flipped a quarter to the young ensign and said, "Here boy, call your mommma and tell her you met a REAL sailor today." Those of us who saw it fell out laughing while the poor young ensign slunk away with a red face."

I'm glad that as a new 2nd Lieutenant I was privileged to serve with NCOs who respected the customs and traditions of the military. It made me want to earn their salute.

[Axeslinger]

You are correct. In the interest of brevity, I did not cite ALL of the details of the encounter. Namely, the BMCM was in a conversation w/ another chief as he was walking. He was turned towards the other chief and in all likelihood did not even see the O1. The O1 made a big enough scene that it drew attention from everyone within 30 feet, he was truly being an asshat. And most importantly, after the quarter comment, he did salute, then turned on his heels and walked away.

It was still PRICELESS!!!

[Axeslinger]

Oh and one other thing, it was in the friggin’ parking lot of the on-base McDonald’s.