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CHAPTER VI
MIDSHIPMAN UNIFORM AND MILITARY SECTION
601. The Uniform
A. The uniform is an important element in the morale, pride, discipline and
effectiveness of the NROTC program in your school. It is important for NROTC
MIDN to maintain a high standard of dress and personal appearance. The key
elements are neatness, cleanliness, safety and military image. The purpose of this
section in the Handbook is to acquaint you with the wearing of the Navy and
Marine Corps uniform.
B. The uniforms are furnished by the United States government and are the
Midshipmen’s responsibility to properly maintain. Proper maintenance includes
cleaning, proper wear, and responsibility against loss or theft.
602. General
A. Smartness. Wearing the Navy uniform should be a matter of personal pride to all
NROTC MDIN. Your dress and conduct shall be such as to reflect credit upon
your NROTC unit, your school, your community, the Navy and your country.
Covers shall be worn squarely on the head, with the bottom edge horizontal.
Shoes shall be kept well-shined and in good repair. No articles, such as pencils,
pens, watch chains, jewelry, combs, or similar items shall be worn exposed when
in uniform.
B. Care of the Uniform. The maximum service life of the various uniform articles
can only be attained by proper care and maintenance. No matter how well-fitting
your uniform is when new, it will not continue to look its best or keep its shape
unless it is carefully pressed and worn properly. By carrying large or heavy
objects in the pockets, you can rapidly destroy the shape of the best uniform
made. You should always hang the uniforms on a hanger when not in use. Many
items must be dry cleaned instead of washed. Be careful not to damage clothing
through improper care. Uniforms shall be kept clean, neat and in good repair.
Insignia and devices shall be bright and free from tarnish and corrosion.
603. Uniform Issues
A. General. Upon entering the program, all Midshipmen are provided the necessary
uniforms and accessories. Allowances are given in Tabs A and B. The individual
Midshipman is responsible for ensuring that he or she has all of the required items
and that they are in good condition. Worn or outgrown items may be surveyed by
taking them to the Unit Supply Officer for exchange. Uniform items that are lost
due to negligence must be replaced at the Midshipman’s personal expense.
B. Summer Training Uniforms. In addition to basic uniform clothing, certain
summer training items are also provided by the Navy. Each year the Chief of
Naval Personnel establishes clothing requirements for each of the various
summer cruise programs. Uniforms for these cruises are normally issued in
March, April, and May. Midshipmen must wear the uniform insignia appropriate
to the cruise to which ordered. Battalion rank insignia and Unit ribbons or
awards may not be worn during summer cruises, away from Unit on orientation
trips or on leave. Utilities issued for summer training must be returned to the
Unit Storekeeper at the beginning of the semester following cruise.