What is the origin of the Navy Hospital Corpsman?

Origins of the Hospital Corpsman

In the Navy, members are expected to combine professional ethics with the tradition of “service with distinction.” Every other branch depends on you and your unique skills. How and when did the Navy hospital corpsman begin In 1799, Congress made a rule that required warships to be fitted with a sickbay or what was known … Read more

The Vietnam conflict that devastated the Navy

Hospital Corpsmen and Vietnam

Where did Hospital Corpsmen serve in the Vietnam War? It was 1963. Hospital Corpsmen were sent to serve in Southeast Asia. There were so many places that Corpsmen were stationed. They served in: Marine Corps Navy air and ground forces Naval support hospitals Hospital ships Riverine Warfare (Brown Water Navy) Navy ships off the Gun … Read more

The Sailor’s Creed: A Standard of Discipline and Unity in the United States Navy

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Sailor’s Creed “I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the order of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.I … Read more