Who do West Point cadets outrank?

The Evidence: The NCO referred me to AR 600-20, Army Command Policy, which makes it pretty clear that West Point cadets do, in fact, outrank Army NCOs. This regulation shows that cadets rank after commissioned and warrant officers, but before NCOs.

Where do West Point cadets rank?

Upon graduation, you will be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Army.

Can an NCO outrank an officer?

Non-commissioned officers (NCOs) are high-ranking enlisted service members who receive officer-like authority from their superiors. All commissioned officers outrank non-commissioned officers.

Are cadets higher ranking than enlisted?

Yes, but as a technicality. Army Regulation (AR) 600–20 (Army Command Policy) states that command, when absent of the commander, flows in a certain order, and it puts puts cadets after commissioned officers and warrant officers, but before non-commissioned officers.

Do cadets get saluted?

SROTC. Senior ROTC (college) cadets and midshipmen are not saluted. They render a salute to all US military commissioned officers: NOAA, PHS, Merchant Mariner, and internal program (senior) officers.

Rank Structure of West Point | Structure

Do cadets outrank anyone?

So yes, a West Point cadet DOES outrank a sergeant. Or a sergeant major for that matter. But only a complete cadidiot would get his or her cadet rank confused with an NCO's authority and influence.

Does an o1 outrank an E9?

An O-1 outranks an E-9. And if the O-1 relays an order from higher up, the E-9 will discuss it and then obey it. And if the O-1 issues a reasonable order (Hey, Sergeant Major, have the guys clean up a bit) the E-9 will probably comply.

Do cadets outrank NCO?

This regulation shows that cadets rank after commissioned and warrant officers, but before NCOs.

Do you call a cadet sir?

In as much as military courtesy works both directions in the chain of command, you will be addressed as "Cadet Jones." The terms "Sir”, “Ma'am" or "Sergeant" will be used to show the appropriate respect when conversing with or replying to a cadre or a cadet officer or noncommissioned officer of higher rank.

Do any enlisted soldiers outrank officers?

All officers, commissioned and warrant, outrank all enlisted personnel. Almost invariably, officers are college graduates either from a civilian college or from one of the service academies.

Can an officer disrespect an NCO?

Article 89 Disrespect towards a superior commissioned officer or NCO is generally considered a violation of military discipline and can be addressed under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) or the applicable regulations of the specific military branch.

Does a midshipman outrank enlisted?

As “officers in a limited sense” and having been appointed to their grade of rank by the President, they outrank ALL enlisted personnel. Midshipman is a rank just above E9 and just below W1. Both Academy and Naval ROTC members carry the rank of Midshipman. Even as a fourth class (first year Midshipman).

Does a Sergeant Major salute a lieutenant?

Originally Answered: Does the sergeant major of the Army have to salute a lieutenant? Yes, by virtue of rank. However, a lieutenant is almost always younger than the SMA. This is where the relationship becomes more than one-dimensional.

How do you address a West Point Cadet?

The following format is how mail and packages should be addressed to Cadet Candidates: CC Last Name, First Name 950 Reynolds Road, # _ _ _ West Point, NY 10996 NOTE: This mailbox is NOT a U.S. Post Office Box (P.O. Box).

Can West Point cadets become Rangers?

Yes. As a matter of fact, they often do attend Ranger school during the summer. It is important to keep in mind that this is a very competitive opportunity and only a select few cadets will be allowed to go. If you are curious, cadets are tough and tend to do pretty well there.

What is West Point Cadet salary?

A first-year cadet earns more than $1000 a month, and the amount increases each year. A portion of that cadet pay is deposited into a personal checking account.

Can an NCO smoke a cadet?

There are provisions in the Manual for Courts- Martial that allow an NCO to lawfully smoke a Soldier. All an NCO needs to do is recommend to a commander that a Soldier be given an Article 15.

Why can't you call a drill sergeant sir?

Biggest reason is that they are told to call their Drill Instructors “SIR”. We, women recruits, called our Drill Instructors “Ma'am. Why can't you call a drill sergeant sir? Because a drill sergeant is an enlisted person.

Can a civilian salute a soldier?

These unusual regimental salutes are mannerisms which are lost during official ceremonies. A civilian (even if he has a hat) never salutes, but a nod to a patrolling soldier is generally appreciated.

Are you required to salute cadets?

No, you only salute officers. Every time we had cadets doing their summer thing, we'd refer to them as either sir/man or Cadet XXX and never saluted them.

Does a 2nd LT salute a 1st LT?

Salutes are not exchanged between enlisted members. Second lieutenants are required to salute first lieutenants. The “unwritten rule” that there is no rank amongst lieutenants does not follow military standards.

Do you salute an officer when you are in civilian clothes?

If you are in uniform and recognize an officer in civilian clothes, you should initiate the proper greeting and salute. In time of war, however, an officer not in uniform may be deliberately avoiding disclosure of his/her identity, so you should be cautious in following the normal peacetime rule.

Does an ensign outrank a master chief?

Technically, yes. In the military hierarchy an O-1 (Officer, pay rank #1: Ensign, for the naval services) > E-9 (Enlisted, pay rank #9: Master Chief, for the naval services).

Does a lieutenant outrank a major?

While majors outrank lieutenants, lieutenant generals outrank major generals. That comes from British tradition. Generals were appointed for campaigns and often called captain generals. Turning to the Navy, ensign is the lowest ranked officer, equivalent to second lieutenant in the Army.

Does a w1 outrank an e9?

They are senior to NCOs and enlisted men. Technically, warrant officers outrank all enlisted personnel, and are lower than all other officer ranks, including new ensigns and 2nd lieutenants.