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Was the first African American to earn the designation of Naval Aviator in the U.S. Navy.
Was the first African American to earn the designation of Naval Aviator in the U.S. Navy.
In 1954, completed U.S. Navy Diving & Salvage training becoming the first African-American to attend and graduate from the school and the first African-American U.S. Navy diver.
In 1954, completed U.S. Navy Diving & Salvage training becoming the first African-American to attend and graduate from the school and the first African-American U.S. Navy diver.
Was the first female scientist at the Office of Naval Research for most of her 32-year career. Much of her work on nuclear physics remains classified to this day, she retired from the Navy in 1975 with the rank of commander.
Was the first female scientist at the Office of Naval Research for most of her 32-year career. Much of her work on nuclear physics remains classified to this day, she retired from the Navy in 1975 with the rank of commander.
Which of these ships was sunk during the Battle of Midway?
Which of these ships was sunk during the Battle of Midway?
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Which of the following was a key intelligence breakthrough for the US before the Battle of Midway?
Which of the following was a key intelligence breakthrough for the US before the Battle of Midway?
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What was established by the Continental Congress on 13 October 1775?
What was established by the Continental Congress on 13 October 1775?
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Which of the following best describes the outcome of the Second Barbary War?
Which of the following best describes the outcome of the Second Barbary War?
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What significant military action took place in Vera Cruz in March 1847?
What significant military action took place in Vera Cruz in March 1847?
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What event inspired the creation of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?
What event inspired the creation of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?
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What did Oliver Hazard Perry report after the Battle of Lake Erie?
What did Oliver Hazard Perry report after the Battle of Lake Erie?
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What was the primary purpose of the Great White Fleet's voyage?
What was the primary purpose of the Great White Fleet's voyage?
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What was the estimated total distance covered by the Great White Fleet?
What was the estimated total distance covered by the Great White Fleet?
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Which torpedo was the first successful program by the U.S. Navy?
Which torpedo was the first successful program by the U.S. Navy?
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How were mines typically utilized during World War II compared to earlier periods?
How were mines typically utilized during World War II compared to earlier periods?
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What was the primary function of Higgins Industries during World War II?
What was the primary function of Higgins Industries during World War II?
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What was one of the primary reasons the Arctic region was previously inaccessible to U.S. submarines before USS Nautilus?
What was one of the primary reasons the Arctic region was previously inaccessible to U.S. submarines before USS Nautilus?
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What was a significant finding of the research conducted on Nautilus regarding anti-submarine warfare?
What was a significant finding of the research conducted on Nautilus regarding anti-submarine warfare?
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Which U.S. ship is famously known for its courageous stand against overwhelming Japanese forces during The Battle Off Samar?
Which U.S. ship is famously known for its courageous stand against overwhelming Japanese forces during The Battle Off Samar?
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What is notable about the USS West Virginia, Pennsylvania, California, Tennessee, and Maryland during the Battle of Surigao Strait.
What is notable about the USS West Virginia, Pennsylvania, California, Tennessee, and Maryland during the Battle of Surigao Strait.
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In what year was the Sailor's Creed first established?
In what year was the Sailor's Creed first established?
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Which of the following is not one of the U.S. Navy's Six Original Frigates?
Which of the following is not one of the U.S. Navy's Six Original Frigates?
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Which of the following best describes MCPON Black's role in addressing individual Sailors' issues?
Which of the following best describes MCPON Black's role in addressing individual Sailors' issues?
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Which admiral rank receives a salute of fifteen guns?
Which admiral rank receives a salute of fifteen guns?
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How do merchant ships salute Navy ships?
How do merchant ships salute Navy ships?
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Which naval vessel class was smaller than ships-of-the-line and carried between 28 and 44 guns?
Which naval vessel class was smaller than ships-of-the-line and carried between 28 and 44 guns?
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What was the gun capacity of a Ship of the Line?
What was the gun capacity of a Ship of the Line?
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The three levels of war are _ , and _ .
The three levels of war are _ , and _ .
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The strategic level of war concerns forces collectively in a theater.
The strategic level of war concerns forces collectively in a theater.
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The Secretary of Defense is responsible to the _ for the overall readiness of the United States military.
The Secretary of Defense is responsible to the _ for the overall readiness of the United States military.
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Which type of personnel man the ships of the Military Sealift Command?
Which type of personnel man the ships of the Military Sealift Command?
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Which fleet is responsible for operations in the Mediterranean Sea?
Which fleet is responsible for operations in the Mediterranean Sea?
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Which fleet operates in the Pacific Ocean and has headquarters in San Diego?
Which fleet operates in the Pacific Ocean and has headquarters in San Diego?
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What does the Navy Full-Time Support (FTS) program enable Reservists to do?
What does the Navy Full-Time Support (FTS) program enable Reservists to do?
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What year was the Naval Reserve established?
What year was the Naval Reserve established?
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What is the role of the Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor?
What is the role of the Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor?
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Who is responsible for the training of personnel within a division?
Who is responsible for the training of personnel within a division?
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Which Bill covers assignments related to combat situations?
Which Bill covers assignments related to combat situations?
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What is the purpose of the Watch Quarter and Station bill?
What is the purpose of the Watch Quarter and Station bill?
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Who is responsible for taking the Eight O'clock Reports when the ship is at sea?
Who is responsible for taking the Eight O'clock Reports when the ship is at sea?
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What type of information is included in the Twelve O'clock Reports?
What type of information is included in the Twelve O'clock Reports?
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What information is typically included in the Record of Emergency Data?
What information is typically included in the Record of Emergency Data?
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What purpose does a page 13 serve?
What purpose does a page 13 serve?
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During which step of the Operational Risk Management process is the degree of risk evaluated?
During which step of the Operational Risk Management process is the degree of risk evaluated?
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What is the goal of the 'Implementing controls' step in ORM?
What is the goal of the 'Implementing controls' step in ORM?
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The is the mission of Naval Logistics is to get the right support to the right place at the right time.
The is the mission of Naval Logistics is to get the right support to the right place at the right time.
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An example of an item that isn't on the Never out list.
An example of an item that isn't on the Never out list.
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What is the primary purpose of the Navy Cash program?
What is the primary purpose of the Navy Cash program?
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What is the primary purpose of Maintenance Assist Modules (MAMs)?
What is the primary purpose of Maintenance Assist Modules (MAMs)?
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Study Notes
Naval History and Operations
- 1) First African American Naval Aviator: Jesse Leroy Brown was the first African American to earn the designation of Naval Aviator in the U.S. Navy.
- 2) First African American Navy Diver: Jesse Leroy Brown completed U.S. Navy Diving & Salvage training, becoming the first African-American to attend and graduate from the school and the first African-American U.S. Navy diver in 1954.
- 3) First Female Scientist at Naval Research: Bernice R. Walters Nordstrom was the first female scientist at the Office of Naval Research. She had a 32-year career in nuclear physics, and most of her work remains classified today. She retired in 1975.
- 4) Battle of Midway Sunk Ship: The USS Yorktown was sunk during the Battle of Midway.
- 5) Key Intelligence Breakthrough: Breaking Japanese naval codes was a key intelligence breakthrough for the U.S. before the Battle of Midway.
- 6) Continental Congress Establishment: The Continental Congress established the Continental Army on 13 October 1775.
Further Naval Topics
- 7) Second Barbary War Outcome: The Second Barbary War solidified peace agreements with European powers, resulting in a respect for America.
- 8) Vera Cruz Incident: The signing of a peace treaty with Mexico took place in Vera Cruz in March 1847.
- 9) Star-Spangled Banner Inspiration: The defense of Fort McHenry inspired the creation of "The Star-Spangled Banner".
- 10) Battle of Lake Erie Report: Oliver Hazard Perry reported that British forces were completely destroyed after the Battle of Lake Erie.
- 11) Great White Fleet's Purpose: The Great White Fleet's voyage was to demonstrate American naval power.
- 12) Great White Fleet Distance: The Great White Fleet's estimated total distance covered was 43,000 miles.
- 13) First Successful US Navy Torpedo: The Whitehead torpedo was the first successful program by the U.S. Navy.
- 14) Mine Tactics in WWII: Mines were used differently during WWII compared to earlier periods. Details not in the provided text.
Additional Naval Issues
- 15) Higgins Industries During WWII: Higgins Industries' primary function was producing boats for military use during WWII.
- 16) Arctic Region Inaccessibility: The Arctic region was previously inaccessible to U.S. submarines due to legal restrictions on military operations in the region, as well as limitations of diesel-electric submarines under ice.
- 17) Nautilus Research Findings: Nautilus' research indicated that older anti-submarine tactics had become obsolete.
- 18) Courageous Stand at Samar: The USS Johnston fought a courageous battle against overwhelming Japanese forces during the Battle off Samar.
- 19) Surigao Strait Battleship Notable Action: The USS West Virginia, Pennsylvania, California, Tennessee, and Maryland had just completed a transit across the Pacific to be present at the Battle of Surigao Strait.
- 20) Sailor's Creed Establishment Year: The Sailor's Creed was established in 1907.
Naval Attributes and Procedures
- 21) U.S. Navy's Original Frigates: The USS United States, USS President, USS Chesapeake were among the original six U.S. Navy Frigates.
- 22) Black's Role in Addressing Individual Sailors: Black acted as a liaison to customize responses to individual sailors' concerns, based on individual situations.
- 23) Admiral Rank and Salutes: Rear Admiral (lower half) receives a salute of fifteen guns.
- 24) Merchant Ships Saluting Navy Ships: Merchant ships salute Navy ships by dipping their ensigns.
- 25) Naval Vessel Class: Sloops-of-War were smaller than ships-of-the-line, carrying between 28 and 44 guns.
- 26) Ship-of-the-Line Gun Capacity: A ship-of-the-line's gun capacity was 64 to 100 guns.
- 27) and 28) Levels of War (True/False): Strategic level of war concerns forces collectively in a theater.
Military Logistics and Personnel
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29) Secretary of Defense's Responsibility: Secretary of Defense is responsible to the overall readiness of the United States military.
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30) Military Sealift Command Personnel: Civilian government employees and contracted commercial sailors man the ships of the Military Sealift Command.
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31) Mediterranean Fleet: The 6th Fleet is responsible for operations in the Mediterranean Sea.
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32) Pacific Fleet: The 3rd Fleet operates in the Pacific Ocean and has headquarters in San Diego.
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33) Navy Full-Time Support Program: The Navy Full-Time Support program allows Reservists to serve part-time in civilian jobs.
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34) Naval Reserve Establishment Year: The Naval Reserve was established in 1903.
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35) Command Master Chief's Role: The Command Master Chief/Senior Enlisted Advisor is the senior enlisted liaison to the commanding officer and manages administrative tasks for the ship.
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36) Division Training Responsibility: The Division Officer is responsible for training of personnel within a division.
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37) Bill Related to Combat Situations: The bill not identified in provided text
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38) Watch Quarter and Station Bill: The Watch Quarter and Station bill outlines special operations procedures for evacuations and summarizes personnel assignments and duties.
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39) Eight O'clock Report Responsibility: The Officer of the Deck is responsible for taking the Eight O'Clock Reports when the ship is at sea.
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40) Twelve O'Clock Report Types: The Twelve O'Clock Reports include magazine temperatures, maintenance schedules, ship's MWR status, and crew morale levels.
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41) Record of Emergency Data Information: Record of Emergency Data typically includes next of kin and beneficiaries and enlisted classification codes.
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42) Page 13 Purposes: Page 13 documents emergency contact information and remarks not covered on other pages.
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43) ORM Risk Evaluation Step: The step in Operational Risk Management evaluating the degree of risk is identifying hazards.
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44) ORM Implementing Controls Goal: The goal of implementing controls in ORM is to reduce risk levels
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45) Naval Logistics Mission (True/False): The mission of Naval Logistics is to get the right support to the right place at the right time. (True)
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46) "Never Out" List Items: Examples of items not on the "Never Out" list include toilet paper, bromine cartridges, CMC's sunflower seeds.
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47) Navy Cash Program Purpose: The Navy Cash program facilitates cashless transactions for sailors and personnel.
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48) Maintenance Assist Modules (MAMs): MAMs assist in troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
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Test your knowledge on significant milestones in naval history, including noteworthy individuals and critical battles. Explore the achievements of the first African American naval aviator and diver, the role of female scientists, and key events like the Battle of Midway. This quiz covers essential aspects of U.S. naval operations and contributions through history.
