05/31/2021
GMT!
THE MEANING BEHIND THE ENLISTED SURFACE WARFARE SPECIALIST (ESWS) DEVICE (PIN)!
Two crossed cutlasses, the original weapon of the enlisted sailor, representing our role as enlisted warriors….
Rough seas, frozen in time, representing not only the seas we dominate around the world, but also the tireless perils we must endure while at sea, and the constantly changing environment in which our Navy must continue to progress, overcome and succeed.
In the middle, a warship braves the rough seas, symbolizing our steadfast dedication to the Navy core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Vigilance is our watchword, for we know that complacency is the bedfellow of defeat.
Since the late 1970’s the pin which Sailors have earned, and are still earning today has represented the professionalism of all those who have earned their ESWS pin.
It is a symbol of those who have taken the time and made the effort to go above and beyond to master all areas of surface warfare as it pertain to their ship.
The Sailor's “pin” is something which they should wear with a great deal of pride for the remainder of their career, knowing that it is the mark of a professional sailor.
But it does not come without responsibility. It comes with the challenge that the Sailor keep their knowledge and skills sharp and pass them on to those who have yet to earn their pin.
Every Sailor that is recognized as an ENLISTED SURFACE WARFARE SPECIALIST should walk tall, and wear their pin with pride. THEY EARNED IT!
