answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Hello everybody, I'm marine engineer.

Many people even those belonging to shipping profession have got a lot of confusions regarding the purple stripes. But, a lot of people are their who have cooked a lot of funny stories about the purple coloured stripes.

Story 1: Some people think that the purple color is due to the purple coloured overalls of all the engineers working on titanic ship. And to give respect to all the engineers of Titanic, purple stripes turned to be the symbol of loyalty and dedication of engineers towards their profession and the purple overalls changed to purple stripes.

Story 2: Some people think that there was a person named Jone who was a britisher and worked with full joy. And he was deadly dedicated to his profession and to honour that guy, he was awarded a little purple coloured heart. And that heart got converted to purple stripes.

Reality: There are no such reasons at all but this purple colour is used to distinguish the engine side from the deck side. And the purple colour is selected because of the colour of overalls of all the engineers working on titanic. But this colour has got no connection with dedication and all, because then, this statement will become a contradiction for deck side people. They have also got dedication toward their profession but they don't have any purple stripes.

So, gentlemen, purple stripes are just a symbol to recognise engine officer from deck officer.

A good site that explains the reason for the different colours worn by different departments is available online via a search.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What is the meaning of the purple stripes on marine engineers epaulets?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Why do engineers have gold and purple epaulets?

The purple coloured epaulets were awarded to Marine Engineers by Queen Victoria to recognize their bravery during the sinking of the HMS Titanic. Purple is important in this context because for a very long time purple was a colour only worn by royalty, it was therefore special.


What do hash stripes on marine enlisted uniform represent?

The hash stripes are actually Service Stripes and each stripe represents 4 years that the Marine has served.


When was Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association created?

Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association was created on 1875-02-23.


How do marine engineers use mathe in their job?

they root


Marine engineers review center in the Philippines?

i dont know the answer


Are marine engineers the same as a marine biologist?

No they are not the same thing a Marine biologist studies the animals and plants in the ocean while a Marine engineer fixes things in the water.


Do marine combat engineers build airports?

Only if the Army Corp of Engineers is unavailable for it. Generally combat engineers are busy performing demolitions or assault bridging.


What is the salary of a marine engineers in Kline India?

marine engineer on board a vessel (ship) salary as per the rank


What has the author William Frederick Durand written?

William Frederick Durand has written: 'Aerodynamic theory' -- subject(s): Aerodynamics 'Practical marine engineering for marine engineers and students, with aids for applicants for marine engineers' licenses' -- subject(s): Marine engineering 'Hydraulics of pipe lines' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Hydraulics, Petroleum, Pipelines, Transportation, Water-pipes 'Practical marine engineering for marine engineers and students' -- subject(s): Marine engineering 'Adventures' 'Researches on the performace of the screw propeller' -- subject(s): Propellers


Marine Engineer?

Marine engineers are responsible for the design, function, and maintenance of many sea going vessels and marine facilities. Marine engineers often work with the designers of ships to develop means propulsion and other vital systems of the vessels. Marine engineers can specialize in the design and implementation of specific equipment, such as pumps, engines, or gears; while others concentrate on particular phases during the development and construction of a ship, such as cost analysis. Other fields of marine engineering are concerned with a built ship’s functions, such as maintenance of the ship’s system of propulsion. Marine engineers may also be inspectors. The last fields that employ marine engineers consist of inspection, installation of equipment and consultation. Marine engineers that work in inspection are involved in checking and re-checking a ship’s vital systems before it is released for full usage. It is also common for these engineers to be involved in the installation of equipment; they often serve as supervisors for crews of builders. Lastly, some marine engineers work companies, consulting firms or independently as a consultant. Consultants in this field help companies to solve problems, such as a malfunctioning propulsion system, for a fee. The minimum requirements to become a marine engineer are to earn a bachelor’s degree in either marine engineering or a related field such as chemical or mechanical engineering. Positions involving research or management typically require a graduate degree. Applicants that have practical knowledge and experience gained from an internship are looked upon favorably. The job outlook for the marine engineer is below average. However, there will always be a need for these engineers due to the retirement of older engineers and the constant need for production of sea going vessels and marine facilities. Marine engineers earn salaries that are considered average amongst the engineering specialties, but high for bachelor’s programs in general; starting salaries for a marine engineer are typically around $50,000 to $55,000, one of the highest for any bachelor’s level program. On average, workers in the field earn from $70,000 to $75,000.


What is marine engineering?

in marine engineering you deal with all the parts and work related to the ship except navigating the ship that is done by the nautical engineers


What does 2 gold stripes on Merchant Marine blue uniform mean?

Are you referring to the stripes by their cuffs, or the "rockers" under their chevrons? Rockers in conjunction with chevrons signify ranking. The stripes on their cuffs signify years of service. One stripe is equal to four years of continued service. Two stripes indicates the Marine has been in active service for no less than eight years, but less than twelve.