Naval Customs and Traditions
Naval Customs and Traditions
Naval Customs and Traditions
TRADITIONS
MILITARY SCIENCE (MS-2)
MW/ENS CABANDO SMITH COLLIN S. 04CL
NAVY - came from the word "NAVES", which means
ships.
1. SALUTE - normally given with the right hand, when
right hand is encumbered, left hand could be used, not
given when uncovered.
2. HONORS TO THE FLAG
Colors - paying honors to the flag; hoisted in the
morning and lowered in the afternoon.
A. For ships not underway and shore commands:
B. For ships underway: National Ensign is raised/ lowered at the mast; the
jack flag is not raised.
Shifting Colors:
When ship leaves the pier or weighs her anchor, shifts the National Ensign
from the flag gaff to mast. The National Ensign is then called steaming
ensign. Jack Flag is lowered at the same time.
When is it done?
- When the last mooring line leaves the pier or when the anchor is
weigh, a long blast of whistle is sounded that signal for the shifting.
When is it done?
- When the first mooring line reaches the pier or when the anchor is
dropped, a long blast of whistle is sounded that signal for the
shifting.
a.) Honors Rendered by Merchant Ships ( Dipping ):
Merchant ships salute navy ships by dipping their ensign. Navy ships
respond by lowering the steaming ensign to half-mast for a few
seconds then close it up. After which, the merchant ship may raise
again her flag.
9. DIVINE SERVICES:
• Church pennant is flown at the mast
• All persons within the area are required to uncover including
watches
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