Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy

Jackspeak Index:
0-9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Able Seaman

The rank of Able Seaman is the equivalent of Private in the Army or Air Force, with rank insignia of a single chevron. Derived from the term "Able Bodied Seaman". Update: As of 27 August 2020, in the RCN this rank is now named "Sailor Second Class."

Added: 2014-11-01 Last modified: 2021-12-18

View another term?


Buy the Book!
Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy
Buy the Book!