-----I assume that star is not the "line officer's star" worn on the shoulder boards. ---Thanks, Jim
2007-01-15 17:54:05 · 5 answers · asked by James M 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
What you read might be talking about the Command At Sea Beast badge, it's worn above the right breast pockt when in command, above the left breast pocket when not in command. It's a five point star with a wreath around it.
2007-01-15 22:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by GIOSTORMUSN 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the star that you are refering to is the command pin, That is worn on the left pocket of the uniform. That means he is the CO or Commanding Officer of the ship. If it is the star on the sholderboards that you are asking about means he/she is eligable for command at sea. ( Line Officer).
2007-01-16 04:24:53 · answer #2 · answered by andrewj_j 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://www.navy.mil/view_ggsingle.asp?id=111
This a picture of the Command at Sea Pin. COs of a shore installation have a Pin as well
http://www.artisansnavalinsignia.com/cdsh1635.html
Oh, and BTW.. not all Oficers with stars on their shoulderboards are eligible for Command at Sea. Restricted Line Officers (such as Intell, IP and IWO) are not.
2007-01-16 12:32:20 · answer #3 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The command star is worn in dress uniforms mostly, centered above the ribbon bar
2007-01-16 09:06:31 · answer #4 · answered by zombiefighter1988 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was in the Navy and never saw my ships captain wear one. I even got out pictures of him and I and still don't see one. Maybe your source assumed they wore it.
2007-01-16 02:04:11 · answer #5 · answered by dylancv62 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋