Navy Terminology and Essential Knowledge

Vocabulary flashcards reviewing essential Navy terminology, the Sailors Creed, and the 11 General Orders.

Aft

Toward the rear (stern of the ship)

Bow

Front of the ship

Chit

Written request for permission to leave

Cranking

Assigned takss where junior sailors assist in galley or food service

Head

Bathroom

Liberty

Authorized free time from assigned duty on ship/base

Mast

Hearing for disciplinary punishment (non-judicial)

Starboard

Right side of the ship

Port

Left side of the ship

Watch

Assigned duty for security and operation

The Sailors Creed

I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America, and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country’s navy combat team with Honor, Courage, and Commitment. I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.

1st General Order

To take charge of this post and all government property in view

2nd General Order

To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert

3rd General Order

To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce

4th General Order

To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guard house than my own

5th General Order

To quit my post only when properly relieved.

6th General Order

To receive, obey and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all orders from the commanding officer, command duty officer, officer of the deck, and officers and petty officers of the watch party

7th General Order

To talk to no one except in the line of duty

8th General Order

To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder

9th General Order

To call the officer of the deck in any case not covered by instructions

10th General Order

To salute all officers, and colors, and standards not cased

11th General Order

To be especially watchful at night, and, during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my post and to allow no one to pass without proper authority