What was the Juazeiro Sedition (1913-1914)?

Introduction The Juazeiro Sedition, also known as the Juazeiro Revolt, was a conflict that happened in 1914 in the backlands of Cariri, in the interior of the state of Ceará (Brazil). It involved the oligarchies of Ceará and the federal government and was provoked by the interference of central power in state politics in the… Read More

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What is a Pogue?

Introduction Pogue is American pejorative military slang for non-infantry MOS (military occupational specialty) staff, and other rear-echelon or support units. Brief History and Etymology The term was used as early as the First World War by US Marines to refer to a male homosexual. At the beginning of World War II, “pogue” was used by… Read More

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What is a 21-Gun Salute?

Introduction A 21-gun salute is the most commonly recognized of the customary gun salutes that are performed by the firing of cannons or artillery as a military honour. As naval customs evolved, 21 guns came to be fired for heads of state, or in exceptional circumstances for heads of government, with the number decreasing with… Read More

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What is a Three-Volley Salute?

Introduction The three-volley salute is a ceremonial act performed at military funerals and sometimes also police funerals. The custom likely originates with Roman funeral rites. Dirt would be cast on the body three times followed, and the ceremony was ended by the deceased’s name being called three times. It was then customary for the friends… Read More

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What is the Number of RN Submariners?

Introduction Did you know that in October 2021 the Royal Navy had just under 5,000 trained submariners, 4,992 to be precise. Officers Ratings Total Total % Total % Total % Male 1016 97.1 3822 96.9 4838 96. Female 30 2.9 124 3.1 154 3.1 Total 1046 100 3946 100 4992 100 Reference FOI 2021/10372 dated… Read More

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Can Hong Kong Nationals Join the Royal Navy?

Introduction Outline Nationality and Residency For security reasons, some roles have stricter nationality and residency requirements than others. But, in general, you can join the Royal Navy if you are: You can find further information @ https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers/joining-options/commonwealth-and-non-british. Reference FOI 2021/08359 dated 04 August 2021.