Other than the actual 1902 1 st edition, the 1903 to early 1915 dated manual have a controversy in the edition numbering. Notes on editions this is all theory, combining the input from more than 1 source and based on the data published in the early manuals. A first printing of each edition will generally be more desirable. Covers are away from spine but spine is tight, covers clean and sound. The bluejackets manual 18th edition 1968 by delbert d.
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Full text of the bluejackets manual internet archive. The bluejackets manual, 1940 published by the naval institute press, is the bible for all sailors. Part iv of the bluejackets manual is written as a general guide for chief petty officers. The bluejackets manual is the basic handbook for united states navy personnel.
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