How do you address a fellow RallyPoint member?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 00:07:36 -0500

From Day One of our military service, we were taught how to address our fellow service members based on their rank either as an Enlisted, as a Warrant Officer or as a Commissioned Officer. However, what is the proper way to address someone here on Rally Point? I do address current Service Members on Rally Point by their rank. When it comes to addressing fellow veterans (and retirees) on here, I address them by their first name.

How do you prefer to be addressed as? As for me, I've been out of the Army for nearly 18 years so I'm perfectly OK with someone calling me John. Or you could just tag me in, @SGT John Hauschildt

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2014 12:52 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 00:52:55 -0500

I feel like the relationship you have with the person must be taken into account. I may call veterans that I am familiar with by their first name, while newer acquaintances would be responded to as Mr or Ms. As long as you are tactful and respectful I do not believe many will have an issue.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2014 9:39 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 09:39:11 -0500

SGT Hauschildt, I don't have a preference for how people address me here on RP.  They can call me by my first name or last name or just "specialist" and it's all the same to me.<div><br></div><div>If a member has (or has had) a higher rank, I prefer to address them by rank because I'm used to it and it makes my life easier than trying to remember who to address by first name vs. rank vs. Mr./Ms./Mrs.</div>

Response by CMC Robert Young made Jan 20 at 2014 10:04 AM

CMC Robert Young — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 10:04:34 -0500

I apply the same rules as those I apply in face to face meetings; service members by rank except among peers (E9 to E9 on a first name basis) and vets by their preference (although I have a hard time overcoming the rank thing - I ran into a retired CWO that I worked for 25 years ago, and immediately addressed him as Mr. Corcoran.)

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2014 11:11 AM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 11:11:18 -0500

I post to the forum in a general conversational tone without directly addressing people. When I directly address someone I don't personally know, it will be by rank and name. I format my private messages by rank and name with signature block as well.
I feel that rigidly addressing each member present in a thread by rank and name along with terminating/prefixing every sentence with the correct title would just suffocate the exchange of information.

Response by 1SG Steven Stankovich made Jan 20 at 2014 11:16 AM

1SG Steven Stankovich — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 11:16:59 -0500

SGT Hauschildt, I prefer to use rank and last name, or sir/ma'am, just like I would in normal conversation.  If I am "going back and forth" in a conversation with multiple entries, the responses may be shorter and a little more personable. If we have an established relationship, that may change in personal messages, but on the forum threads, professional courtesy is paramount.  Bottom line is that you should always answer a question with courtesy and respect. 

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2014 7:54 AM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 07:54:04 -0500

I don't normally stand on my rank with civilians, so I'm comfortable being addressed as J.D.<div><br></div><div>For my fellow service members, if they're Army, I fall back on AR 600-20 for what I call them, and for what they call me I prefer 'Chief', as it's a recognition of my skills and expertise.  Of course, 600-20 being what it is, I also answer to Mr. Walker because that's what's in the reg.<br><br>Among my peers, we're of course on a first name basis in private, and what we call each other on the outside depends on the situation.</div>

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2014 3:54 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:54:25 -0500

Sir, for civilians and Officers I will address them as Sir/Ma'am. For Enlisted members, I address them by their rank. While this is a social site, it is also a site to learn and grow as leaders, share experience, and maintain the military standards. It is my intent to set the standard for my soldiers, peers, and superiors alike.

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2014 10:18 PM

PO3 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 22:18:53 -0500

Amanda.

Hicks is my married name and I was not married while I was in the service. Additionally, I had just barely become a third class shortly before I separated, so I never really had time to become accustomed being addressed as "Petty Officer." Not to mention that I separated over 10 years ago and haven't been in that mindset...

**I started a thread a while back about ranks between services and my honesty with not knowing the other structures off the top of my head. I had connected with someone who, turned out to be an officer and much higher on the totem pole than I ever was, I was immediately mortified that I had responded to his email simply by saying "Thank you, FirstName." I was polite, but even then I felt like I had made a huge error because of the rank difference.

So....given my personal preference, I'd rather just be called by my first name, but.... after that particular situation, I'm just going to call you PO3/SSG/MAJ/CW2 or whatever is in front of your name.... unless I have reason to believe that I should do otherwise.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2014 11:43 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 23:43:04 -0500

I think this is to be agreed upon in a case by case fashion. Generally I go totally formal until I ascertain their boundaries. This is more so for upper management but lower grades should also be treated as we wished we were. It is never too late to do right by other people/

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2014 12:08 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 00:08:29 -0500

I try to make it a point to address the individuals that I am talking with over rallypoint by there rank and name. I feel as though you could potentially run into them sometime later in your career. Just the other day I was in the Fort Jackson PX and thought I saw someone who has posted on here before. Sometimes you just never know. It is a small Army out there.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2014 1:18 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 13:18:20 -0500

Lots of good information here regarding addressing each other (especially for our newest military members).

This is a non-DoD site, but since ranks and names are provided - it is always best to err on the side of the regulations concerning this topic (until advised otherwise by the member - which most likely would only be in private messages and/or emails).

Even though I am now retired, I still go by that thought process - I have met a lot of different ranked individuals here on RallyPoint that I most likely would never have had the honor or priviledge to have met and/or come into contact with.

When I was in the USMC, I only knew others by their rank and last name (I only new their first name if we were friends). But when I transferred over to the USAF it was a totally different atmosphere; and in the Air National Guard it was really laid back. I could never get used to the junior members calling some of the senior members by their first names in public - It didn't feel right to me. In private or away from the general public - this could be a different story.

Response by 1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2014 1:24 PM

1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 13:24:29 -0500

SGT Hauschildt, There you have it.

Response by SSG Laureano Pabon made Jan 22 at 2014 8:06 PM

SSG Laureano Pabon — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 20:06:00 -0500

I address every one by rank then last name. On the veterans side I do the same, but only in emails alone if and only if its ok with that veteran only we address each other by first names. rarely will you find me calling a Veteran by name unless the conversation appears to warrant to and that is not to often. Other then that, if I'm address by first name or last name here in RP I would be ok with that since I am no longer in active duty getting paid, but that's only for me. Other then that its Rank followed by last name. In face book all SM or Veteran get addressed the same as here, unless its ok for that Veteran to be on a first name bases. SM on my Facebook get addressed Rank and last name, since they are active and get paid.

Response by 1SG Michael Blount made Jan 22 at 2014 9:41 PM

1SG Michael Blount — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 21:41:02 -0500

I begin by addressing RP members by their rank. They earned it...they deserve the respect that comes with the position.  Nobody I don't know calls me by my first name. I wouldn't do that to anyone else out of respect for that individual.  Not to say things will always stay that way, but that's where they start.

Response by CPT Mike M. made Jan 23 at 2014 1:49 PM

CPT Mike M. — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 13:49:33 -0500

It's too engrained in me to do anything but call senior personnel sir or ma'am. However, in an informal forum like this, I don't get bent out of shape anytime someone doesn't call me sir. So basically, I don't expect it but err on the side of caution when addressing those above me.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2014 12:15 AM

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 00:15:43 -0500

Mr, sir, Ms, or Mam has worked for me for over 50 years. the odd numbers for some reason really like to hold on to their service ranks more so those that crossed deck over to a Government position. I still address my former Skippers and XO's as such.

I guess the main reason is that I live a very long ways from a military base but the US Mail can call me Senior Chief until the cows come home bringing the pay notice,,,

Response by 1SG Michael Blount made Mar 11 at 2014 7:27 AM

1SG Michael Blount — Tue, 11 Mar 2014 07:27:44 -0400

This is one of those gray areas in which there are no hard and fast rules. But, there are a few:

1. ALWAYS address Commissioned or Warrant Officers by their rank, followed by last name.

2. ALWAYS address a CSM or SGM as such. Pretty much that holds for 1SGs and MSGs, too, but that rule has some "give" in it. Unless I think I know the SNCO well (whether in person or virtually), I always err on the side of caution and address him/her by rank, followed by last name.

3. If you're comfortable with someone of lower rank calling you by your first name, that's fine. However, don't expect everyone to react that way.

Response by SFC Timothy Riser made Mar 31 at 2014 11:12 AM

SFC Timothy Riser — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 11:12:08 -0400

SGT Hauschildt,

If I am commenting directly to an individual regardless if we are the same rank or not I address them as their rank and last name.

If it is a generalized statement to the forum I dont address anyone specifically

Response by SPC David Wyckoff made Mar 31 at 2014 11:35 AM

SPC David Wyckoff — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 11:35:37 -0400

Most of it falls on my upbringing. I was raised that unless you had been formally introduced and given permission by the person you never used their given name. They were Mr. Mrs. or Miss and their last name.
So getting into calling people by rank and last name was easy for me. RP is no different. I will call you by your rank and last name (or last inital if I can't see your last name) until you give me permission to call you by your given name. Since you have done so I will be happy to call you John from now on.
Being a specialist was a great part of my life, but those talking to me now can just call me Dave, David, hey you supper is ready, or pretty much any other name you can think of that you know will get my attention.

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 31 at 2014 11:39 AM

CSM Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 11:39:05 -0400

with common courtesy and respect we are all supposed to be adults if we act like it no problem.

Response by SGT Andrew Chapman made Mar 31 at 2014 11:44 AM

SGT Andrew Chapman — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 11:44:17 -0400

John I can agree with you. Someone on active duty should be addressed by rank its earned. An Veterans can post what they like to be called by signing what they post.

Drew

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 31 at 2014 12:23 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 12:23:45 -0400

This is definitely an excellent question with many great responses, which I agree with. Since many of us are still active, we should be addressing each other by our respective rank and last name. Like many others on here, due to my upbringing and values, I will address each person by their rank and last name if it's my first time specifically addressing them in a thread. If it's a subsequent response, I may use just their rank especially if they know my comments are directed towards them. With regards to veterans or retirees, I am comfortable with them calling me Andres, if they so choose to especially since first and foremost I AM Andres. I am SSG Redondo second. Not just that but again regardless of rank, whether PVT to GEN, if someone asks me for help/guidance I will provide it to the best of my ability. Just my 3.57 cents worth.

SUPPORTING VICTORY!!!

Response by CSM Michael Poll made Mar 31 at 2014 12:27 PM

CSM Michael Poll — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 12:27:25 -0400

I will address people by rank unless they specifically tell me differently

Response by SGT Andrew Chapman made Mar 31 at 2014 12:32 PM

SGT Andrew Chapman — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 12:32:20 -0400

Thank You all for the responses I can see each one of your point of view. I think possible since we are all military that by rank until told otherwise is the best approach.

Response by 1SG David Niles made Mar 31 at 2014 2:29 PM

1SG David Niles — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 14:29:38 -0400

If they are active and still serving, then by Rank out of courtesy, if retired by name or by rank again out of courtesy and if you get to know them.

Response by LCDR Doug Nordman made Mar 31 at 2014 5:29 PM

LCDR Doug Nordman — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 17:29:47 -0400

Please call me "Doug" or "Nords".

If someone calls me "Mr. Nordman" then all my sphincters reflexively clench and I instinctively duck.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 31 at 2014 10:17 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 22:17:50 -0400

I would address them like I do when on/off duty with professionalism and tact (e.g. rank, last name).

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Mar 31 at 2014 10:21 PM

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 22:21:42 -0400

Had a lot of names over the years, Petty Officer Nagel, CTO1, CT1, KC, Casey and as of the last 11 years Grandpa Chip. Chip works fine for me. I'm retired I don't care.

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Mar 31 at 2014 10:24 PM

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 22:24:10 -0400

Oh Mister in the Navy is Applied to a Jr Officer. You call me Mister Nagel and I will probably remind you that my parents were married.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 5 at 2014 8:41 PM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 20:41:03 -0400

I'm an Army Reserve Chief Warrant Officer. If I'm in civilian status, and at work, I'm called J.D. by my co-workers, managers, and everyone, and I prefer that.

In Rallypoint, I will address current service members by the proper rank, and I expect the same from them towards me.

For Reserves, if I already know them outside the military, and we're on a first name basis, it's okay. If I don't know them, except through the Reserves...well, then we go back to the proper address by rank.

Response by SSG Willis Baker made Apr 13 at 2014 6:29 PM

SSG Willis Baker — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 18:29:10 -0400

I learned a very long time ago to call people older then me, "Sir or Mam." When I attended a Military High School my family teachings were reinforced. So when I joined the Army, I was ready and it was so easy to call Officers "Sir or Mam," and NCOs, Sergeant. I have been out of the service for slightly over 20 yrs and to this day I call mostly everyone "Sir or Mam" no matter what their age. Since I only know one person on this site, I'll call you by your rank and last name even if you are retired.

Response by PO2 Rocky Kleeger made Apr 13 at 2014 6:52 PM

PO2 Rocky Kleeger — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 18:52:27 -0400

Personally, I go by Rocky. No matter who it is. Be it retired, current active duty, or someone that did one tour and got out. I'm retired now, I don't have to go by rank. After 26 years, I'm entitled...

That being said...

If there is an officer I used to work for, I generally call him by the title he had while I worked for him. For example; skipper, MO, DIVO, etc.

If, as a contractor, the active duty member prefers that I address him by his rank, I do so, but they have to tell me that first. Otherwise, I'll presume its okay with them

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2014 11:30 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 11:30:12 -0400

These are all excellent responses!! <br><br>I address Active Duty and Reserve personnel, by their rank-  "Sir" or "Ma'am" if they are Commissioned Officers;r "Mr." "Mrs." or "Chief" if they're Warrant Officers. If an Active Duty or Reserve personnel wants to be called by their first name, then I'll call them by their first name.<br><br>In regards to retired and veterans, I'll address them by rank unless they want to be called by their first name or nickname.<br><br>Thanks for sharing!!<br>

Response by CW5 Sam R. Baker made Jun 23 at 2014 1:10 PM

CW5 Sam R. Baker — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 13:10:16 -0400

As with warrants of lower rank (wait they all are now) it is a first name basis as in meeting face to face. All other ranks receive the same respect, as in I believe that I have addressed all LTs as Ma'am or Sir here and all those above them, and the CSMs and below accordingly unless told specifically that someone refers to a particular name or handle. We do have a CW5 here at FTCKY that goes by the name "Turbo" and everyone calls him Turbo.

So if I have done otherwise, would a RP police call me out on it please!

Response by SN Sean Willson made Jun 25 at 2014 12:23 AM

SN Sean Willson — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 00:23:35 -0400

Personally, I'm fine with being called Sean. As far as addressing someone with whom I'm not familiar I am more comfortable addressing them by rank or sir/ma'am. As far as addressing me by rank, Hell, I got promoted to civilian 22 years ago

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 31 at 2014 10:26 PM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 22:26:15 -0400

SGT Private RallyPoint Member, I figured it out. It's best if you call them by rank and full name like I just did. And you got 5 points for that! I mean everyone likes points. You need them to live and breathe here on Rally. Get my point? ;-)

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 19 at 2014 6:24 PM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 19 Aug 2014 18:24:09 -0400

My initial thought was, "Exactly as I would in a professional setting."
Sir, ma'am, Sergeant, etc, and first names for O-1s/O-2s.

My second thought was, "This is not an official/DoD site." Thus, I shall henceforth prefer "Jim Jones, Destroyer of Worlds and Lord of Awesome."

Response by SGT Chris Birkinbine made Aug 20 at 2014 11:57 AM

SGT Chris Birkinbine — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 11:57:36 -0400

It's a good question. I've been out for about six years now, and have no preference at all as to how I am being addressed. As with SFC Riser, If I am referring to someone specifically I will use there rank and name, partly out of respect, and partly out of needing to in order to tag them haha.

I do not address officers however as "Sir". I am no longer in the military and as far as I am concerned, addressing them as their rank instead of "Sir" or "Mam" is perfectly respectful and acceptable.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 21 at 2014 6:53 PM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Aug 2014 18:53:47 -0400

I'm currently in my Warrant Officer Advanced Course, and my ACE (cadre assigned to us) calls me Mr. Walker, but we have CW2s and CW3s in our class, and we're pretty much all on a 1st name basis. The class leader calls me by last name, but lets everyone call her by first name....

and it's kind of funny, one of my classmates is a 4th degree taekwondo black belt, but teases me by calling *me* Master...when he's the one who's earned that title... I have three more black belt tests to go through before I'll have earned that....

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 21 at 2014 10:24 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Aug 2014 22:24:00 -0400

I suppose it applies on who you are talking too. Sometimes I treat others in a professional manner and then there are those that are lucky to get my attention.

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2014 3:46 PM

CW4 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 15:46:54 -0400

I always preferred first name in unofficial settings. Never used it referring to my supervisors or superiors regardless of the settings, except in private with long established friends.
Sanity check: if my new neighbor insisted on addressing him/her by rank and last name I would walk away wondering who put that stick up their a**. Same for my peers and most public forums. I shy away from people insisting on formal titles, military or civilian, outside formal settings. Ultimately, one has to recognize settings and proper courtesy.
For any member on this forum, junior or senior in your mind, I would be grateful to be called Roman.

Response by Sgt Packy Flickinger made Sep 10 at 2014 2:25 AM

Sgt Packy Flickinger — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 02:25:30 -0400

I'm not a Sgt anymore so its kinda weird to see me listed that way. I just go by Packy.

You can call me anything you want as long as you don't call me late for dinner.

Response by SSgt John Paul Furman made Sep 10 at 2014 8:41 AM

SSgt John Paul Furman — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 08:41:05 -0400

I was in the local Army National Guard unit for 11 years, so it's not uncommon for me to run into guys I served with throughout that time, and even deployed with, in the course of my day to day activities. Really that's one of the wonderful things about the reserves. I run into my old battalion CSM and one of our battalion motor sergeants all the time. Since the two have retired they've become close friends, and although they've been retired for years, and my relationship with them has changed from professional to friendly, I still address the CSM as Sergeant Major and the motor sergeant as Sarge (which is how he always preferred to be addressed). I know both of their first names, and I'm sure neither one of them would mind if I addressed them by their names, but I figured they earned the title of their rank and it's how I've always addressed them.

Response by SSG Steven Borders made Sep 12 at 2014 1:25 PM

SSG Steven Borders — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 13:25:19 -0400

Fore me I always reply with the Rank and then Last Name of the service member. Unless they are an officer then I use Sir/Ma'am.

It is just habit for me to do it that way. Plus you can't go wrong that way either.

Just my two cents.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 14 at 2014 12:55 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:55:15 -0400

For Army personnel currently serving, the appropriate way to address another person is codified in regulation and leaves little room for debate- between AR 25-50 (Preparing and Managing Correspondence) and AR 600-20 (Army Command Policy), terms of address are covered in depth.

Outside that, the "gentleman's rule" of good etiquette is that it is always better to over-address than to assume familiarity. Mr. or Mrs. and a last name are appropriate until invited to use first names by the receiving party.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 3 at 2014 8:36 PM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 Oct 2014 20:36:35 -0400

SGT Private RallyPoint Member, John, this is a great question. I have spent more years IN the Army than I have spent out of the Army, so - on the one hand - I have rank and sir / ma'am imprinted on my brain. On the other hand, though, I've been retired for eight years. So I'm good with either Chief or Scott. Chief reminds me of the good old days of active duty. Scott is my name.

Response by SPC Elijah J. Henry, MBA made Mar 5 at 2015 1:17 PM

SPC Elijah J. Henry, MBA — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 13:17:45 -0500

SGT Private RallyPoint Member, I usually use Sir or Ma'am for officers, and the abbreviation of rank for enlisted, or I just tag them to use their full title, as I did here, of course.

Response by SGT Marvin "Dave" Bigham made Mar 11 at 2015 8:48 PM

SGT Marvin "Dave" Bigham — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 20:48:16 -0400

Depends on tone of discussion. If their a vet or retired though, I like to use their name; unless rank is warranted or I really REALLY respect them and their discussion. I prefer "Dave" in conversations, even with old buddies.

Response by SPC Marcus DeMatos made Apr 23 at 2016 3:12 PM

SPC Marcus DeMatos — Sat, 23 Apr 2016 15:12:48 -0400

Active, Retired, or Veteran, I address anyone I don't personally know by the rank they earned. It's not even just a matter of military courtesy but of proper etiquette to give someone respect.
I think the only odd custom I've come across that goes against my grain is someone referring to themselves as retired, when they neither reached pension retirement years or medically retired. It seems specific to the Marine Corps in my experience, so I don't know if it is branch specific thing. To my way of thinking, if you earned good paper then the title of Veteran is enough.

Response by SPC John Lebiecki made Aug 18 at 2016 7:22 PM

SPC John Lebiecki — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:22:54 -0400

My name is John. You can tag me with my old rank in it and that is just fine. Just remember I am no longer in the military so I have my own way LOL.

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 18 at 2016 7:44 PM

Capt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:44:35 -0400

SGT Private RallyPoint Member You can call me anything but late for dinner.

Response by TSgt Carl Johnson made Apr 22 at 2019 2:19 PM

TSgt Carl Johnson — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 14:19:40 -0400

SGT Private RallyPoint Member, you have received a number of excellent responses to your question. As for me, I maintain protocol until the other member tells me they have a less formal preference. Being respectful has never let me down.

Response by Maj Marty Hogan made Apr 22 at 2019 8:02 PM

Maj Marty Hogan — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 20:02:00 -0400

There ar e a few that get testy. Had a SGM tell me a few things when I first came here. Told him to check his 6 and review my profile. He blocked me. Eh.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Apr 22 at 2019 9:01 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 21:01:45 -0400

There are a few dick heads on here who will denigrate others and call them names.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Apr 22 at 2019 11:13 PM

CSM Charles Hayden — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 23:13:17 -0400

The @ tag handles it all. I love to address them as their displayed rank when referring to a subject I care about.

Response by SSG Laureano Pabon made Apr 23 at 2019 6:42 PM

SSG Laureano Pabon — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 18:42:15 -0400

Its been like 5 years since I gave a response to this question.
5 years ago, i posted what I posted, today is 4/23/2019, late last year, I found my oldest Brother in FB, when I found him, it turned out he has been looking for me for over 50 years, and his search ended last year. Turned out he was a Major in the U.S Army, then joined the Air Guard retired LTC.
Then there was my nephew whom I didn't know, is actually a full bird col.
Thing was that we made contact very fast, we spoke oh the phone, many times an almost every week.
But when it came to my nephew it was much different, what I expected to be a 5 or 10 min conversation turned out to be a 2 hour conversation that was perhaps very interesting. Turned out that I wanted to be a pilot, but was an Air Traffic Controller 93H in the Army and he wanted to be an Air Traffic controller but was a pilot and now has his command.
we spoke with allot of respect love and as family.
Today well I cant wait to meet them in person.

But to keep the question asked in mind today I still get called SSG or Sarge. or big sarge. perhaps out of that persons self disciple as a veteran or respect towards me.

Response by CPL Ruby Merriweather- Garnett made Jun 21 at 2019 1:36 PM

CPL Ruby Merriweather- Garnett — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 13:36:37 -0400

Hello John, good to have you on RP. I've been out 40yrs, next month, but I live 2 miles from the "Home of the Signal," Ft
Gordon, GA. You may address me as Ruby. May GOD continue to bless you and your Love ones.