I don't recall any published instructions or edicts, but I recall it
becoming the accepted form in the Navy between 1970 and 1975. Before, E-6
and below were addressed by last name, CPO's as Chief, Senior Chief or
Master Chief, and officers up to LCDR were Mister.

The fastest way for a sailor to ruin his day was to address a Marine, Army
or Air Force officer as "Mister", though.

Rick

"Jack & Bev Biagini" wrote in message
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In watching JAG over the last few years, these lawyer types address Petty
Officers as Petty Officer "So and So". I had a "Crow" on my sleeve for 2
years and was never addressed as Petty Officer, nor did I ever hear anyone
else called a Petty Officer.
Of course this was back in the late 50's when female sailors were "Waves".
Is this the new and improved Navy or is it just the blackshoes?