The Navy's new W-1s will be distinguished by a simple, yet distinctive, cross fouled anchors insignia worn on their covers instead of the traditional officer badge. (Navy) For the first time in ...

The U.S. Navy, however, has a long tradition ... just about 4.16 sparrows. A single anchor means the sailor crossed the Atlantic or has been a member of the merchant marine, a fleet of civilian ...

The city of Prattville has its own anchor man. David Reid is a Navy man to the core. “I was in 20 years from September of 1964 to 1984. I was a cryptologist.” He spent a lot of time on the water.

Cmdr. Jesse Crider of Utica. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric Shorter It’s no surprise that an anchor would be used for the Navy’s ceremonial photo.