| Term |
Age |
History |
|---|
| 1 |
18 |
Became a Navy (Line/Crew) with the new title Crewman. |
| 1 |
20 |
Advanced training in a specialist field. |
| 1 |
22 |
Commissioned in Navy (Line/Crew) with the new title Ensign. |
| 1 |
22 |
Promoted to Navy (Line/Crew) officer rank 2 with the new title Sublieutenant. |
| 2 |
22 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 2 |
22 |
Switched to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) with previous rank. |
| 2 |
24 |
Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 2 |
26 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) officer rank 3 with the new title Lieutenant. |
| 3 |
26 |
Continued as Navy (Engineer/Gunner). |
| 3 |
30 |
Merritt Bowditch join a gambling circle on board. |
| 3 |
30 |
Promoted to Navy (Engineer/Gunner) officer rank 4 with the new title Commander. |
| 4 |
30 |
Continued as Navy (Engineer/Gunner). |
| 4 |
31 |
Vessel participates in a notable military engagement. |
| 5 |
34 |
Attempted to change assignments. |
| 5 |
34 |
Switched to Navy (Flight) with previous rank. |
| 5 |
37 |
Commanding officer takes an interest in Merritt Bowditch's career. |
| 5 |
38 |
Promoted to Navy (Flight) officer rank 5 with the new title Captain. |