[Cruiser1962]

For those headed for engineering ratings, replace Seaman with Fireman. Similarly, aviation ratings use Airman, Seabees use Constructionman, and Corpsmen use Hospitalman.

If I recall, we all were Seaman Recruit’s until graduation where you then go on to A School for specific rating training and your rating or “specialty” determines what moniker you are referred to as from E1-E3.

Shooter was an E4 (rate) AE3 (Aviation Electronics Petty Officer 3rd Class)

[Cvengr]

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