Who was the youngest captain in the Navy?
| Maurice H. Rindskopf | |
|---|---|
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1938-1972 |
| Rank | Rear Admiral |
What percentage of naval officers make captain?
1.5 percent
L. 108–375 amended table generally, increasing percentages of authorized number of officers in grades other than colonel….
| Captain | 1.5 percent |
| Commander | 7 percent |
| Lieutenant commander | 22 percent |
| Lieutenant | 37 percent |
Who was the most famous naval officer?
John Paul Jones, original name John Paul, (born July 6, 1747, Kirkbean, Kirkcudbright, Scotland—died July 18, 1792, Paris, France), American naval hero in the American Revolution, renowned for his victory over British ships of war off the east coast of England (September 23, 1779).
What is the average age of a Navy captain?
The median age of Ship & boat captains & operators is 42.1, and Male employees are generally 8.53 years older than than their Female counterparts.
How old is a U.S. Navy captain?
O-3 (Capt): 27 (join + 4 years) O-4 (Major): 33 (join + 10 years)
Who was the best admiral in ww2?
Chester W. Nimitz
| Fleet admiral Chester W. Nimitz | |
|---|---|
| Battles/wars | World War I World War II Battle of the Coral Sea Battle of Midway Solomon Islands campaign Battle of the Philippine Sea Battle of Leyte Gulf Battle of Iwo Jima Battle of Okinawa |
What is the highest rank in Navy?
Fleet Admiral
An Admiral holds four-stars and is the most senior Flag Rank. An Admiral can serve as Commander of Regional Commands, Joint Commands, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Staff and Chief of Naval Operations. Fleet Admiral is the only rank appointed during a time of war.
How do I find someone’s service record?
To access military service records, requesters may:
- Mail a letter or Standard Form (SF) 180, Request Pertaining to Military Records to: National Personnel Records Center. 1 Archives Drive. St. Louis, MO 63138.
- Fax a letter or Standard Form 180 to: 314-801-9195.
