Player Embed Code: Download Embed Share Heavy responsibility Defense.gov Sept. 2, 2019 | 2:07 Boatswain, or “Bosun” and “Boats” as they are known in the Navy. Form the core of Navy ships manpower. These hardworking Sailors are known for keeping the ship in shape from top to bottom and was the original “Rate” or job from which all others diverged as they became more specialized. These crew members are still known for taking care of the overall ship from top to bottom and performing many of the crucial tasks to put and keep a ship underway.Video by: Tech. Sgt Jared Whitecar