Gunnery Sergeant

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Gunnery Sergeantinsignia(U.S. Marine Corps)

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Gunnery Sergeant is the seventh enlisted rank in the U.S. Marine Corps, just above Staff Sergeant and below Master Sergeant and First Sergeant, and is a staff non-commissioned officer. They are assigned a pay grade of E-7 and the title may be abbreviated as GySgt.

Related Topics:
U.S. Marine Corps - Staff Sergeant - Master Sergeant - First Sergeant - Non-commissioned officer

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Gunnery Sergeants are commonly referred to by the nickname "Gunny". This nickname is usually regarded as a title of esteem, and is generally acceptable for use in all situations except formal and ceremonial ones. Use of the term by lower-ranking personnel, however, remains at the Gunnery Sergeant's discretion.

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