<p>I always thought that most of the “Flamers” I experienced probably had a tougher Plebe year than most and now being in an actual or assumed position of authority wanted others (underclassmen) to experience the same suffering they did. However, I do not remember “Flamers” dealing with Classmates in the same manner, mainly because it would have been squelched one way or another. As USNA69 mentioned you will always run into someone in the Fleet and you will wonder how did they make it this far. Like anywhere else things happen. Eventually, they change or it catches up with them. But, one final observance, there is a fine line between too much and not enough. I have seen in the Fleet where there is a lack of discipline, and this can also cause major issues; both the command’s ability to perform and the individual’s success. Look at the “Joes” and look at those that do command your respect, and learn from the best attributes of both styles.</p>