The Naval Officer's Guide

Blue & Gold Professional Library

by CDR Lesa A. McComas, USN (Ret.)

The Naval Officer's Guide is a collection of information and advice intended primarily for newly commissioned officers in the US Navy, but it also provides a valuable introduction to the sea services for officers of other uniformed services, and a resource for members of the U.S. interagency community, naval history buffs, and anyone interested in learning more about the Navy.


Completely revised and updated, this edition reflects recent changes in the organization and policies of the Department of Defense and the Navy. This revision reflects the current Navy operating environment, technological innovations, and the natural evolution of policies, practices, traditions and social norms. Topics covered include current operational Navy doctrine and policies, career planning and personal records administration, shipboard routine and protocol, the operational and administrative organization of ships and staffs, the organization, missions and functions of each of the armed services, composition, management and administration of enlisted members, ethics and leadership, communications, and preparation for command at sea.

Genres: Leadership

320 pages, Hardcover

Published October 15, 2019