Able-Bodied Seaman (A.B.) 2
Able-Bodied Seaman (A.B.) 2 : An experienced seaman who performed all regular and emergency duties required in the deck department of a ship: handled sail; stood watch; communicated information to the bridge; steered the vessel as directed by the Mate; made minor repairs to deck and deck equipment. In the merchant marine, he had to have served satisfactorily on deck as an Ordinary Seaman for four years (before 1906) and three years (after 1906) to be promoted to Able Seaman
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