Naval Institute
UNITED STATES, an association of naval officers having for its object the spreading of information about naval affairs among the officers of the United States Navy.
It was founded in 1873 by the officers of the United States Naval Academy and now publishes bimonthly its "Proceedings," which is one of the largest and most authoritative periodicals on naval affairs in the world. The institute annually offers a prize of $200 and a gold medal to the best essay on any matter pertaining to naval affairs. All officers of the navy and persons holding positions 9. Lieutenant 10. Ensign 11. Lieutenant Naval Militia ployed in the navy they have same status as enlisted men, but are not advanced in times of peace. Enlistments in the Naval Reserve are for 4 years, and must be made within 8 years of final discharge from navy. Class One includes those enlisting within 4 months of discharge, and Class Two, all others. Class One, with service in the navy of less than 8 years, are paid $30 per annum; with service of 8 to 12 years $60; with service of 12 years or more, $100. All of Class Two receive $12 per annum. ② NAVAL INSIGNIA FOR ENLISTED MEN 1. Chief Master-at-Arms 2. Boatswain's Mate, 1st Class 3. Gunner's Mate, 2d Class 4. Quartermaster, 3d Class Members of Naval Reserve must serve not less than one month each year in a navy vessel.