Would an E9 comply if ordered to attention by an O1?

I was an E-6 in the Navy. Never have I failed to salute any officer. Never have I witnessed any NCO failing to salute. It's a military courtesy that should be honored. I realize that a green officer knows less than an NCO. The salaute should still be rendered. A good officer will not go out of the his way to belittle those under him. A good officer will consult with his NCO's and respect their opinions.

While deployed with my battalion (5th Marines) a butter bar called our battalion SgtMg by his first name while in the chow hall in Camp Fallujah.

This is the real reason you cannot have your phones while on deployment.

"THE FUCK DID YOU JUST SAY?!"

He would comply in front of other Soldiers but there would most definitely be a private discussion between them later.

The E9 would comply

Yes but the jg had better be ready for the result unless he is a mustang then it wouldn't happen it would be done in a nonpublic manner

If he is a classy disciplined POG yes, call a e9 to attending as a grunt, he will laugh seen it done

Yes. The subject is closed! HUA!

I was in the US Army and the Air Force from 77-90
I never once saw an E-9 be disrespectful to any officer. Maybe because they know that every enlisted soldier and airmen that sees them looks to them for guidance. And they know they set the example for all to see!!!!

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If that young Lt had a good OBC instructor, and respected the NCO corps, it would never happen. AS a basic course instructor myself, this almost seems like an unrealistic scenario, but the professional would comply, but that would definitely not be the end of that encounter. Lol