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Permalink Reply by Chipmunk on
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Kaylee, I don't know the exact definition but I am pretty sure it just means he has to stand a watch that day, in addition to it just being a normal working day. Hopefully someone else will reply, who recalls better than I do.
A tidbit of information, if you are trying to figure something out, look it up on Google and add on (- Navy) after your search. Usually you will find something that helps as well. Also, the posts in the General Discussions don't always get noticed. So, be sure to post in the comment section of your group -Girlfriends, Wives, ....
Mostly the stress is just making sure they muster on time and they don't mess up!! And on time is late in the Navy, so they should always be early!!
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Permalink Reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on
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Kaylee - like Chipmunk said - duty day is his work day.... no need to freak out - he's just doing his job. It usually entails standing watch - all are a normal part of his work day. How long has he been in and what is his rate (job)? Perhaps we can direct you to the group for his job......
Hang in there!
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Permalink Reply by Anti M on
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Every sailor has duty in addition to their regular job. Duty rotation varies at different commands, some have it every three days, others every four, sometimes more, but everyone in the Navy has duty at some time. There are extra musters, and generally they cannot leave the area, they must be available to stand an assigned watch. Watches can be a lot of things too, so ask him what type he does. No need to freak out, he will be having duty days for years now.
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