The bluejacket's manual
- 22nd ed.
- Annapolis, Md., USA: Naval Institute Press, 1998
- 643p.
The US Navy's primer for new recruits which is also useful as a reference guide for all ranks. Although written specifically for American personnel, some of the content will be universally applicable. Covers the organization, history and administration of the US Navy - pay, benefits, duties, uniforms, ranks and customs. Also covers shipboard life, safety and emegencies, seamanship, types of boat, navigation and communications.