Choosing a naval posting in 1939 without knowing the war's outcome

If sent back to 1939 with a randomly assigned job and no knowledge of the war's course, which ship would you choose?

Suggestions range from Washington and a brewery ship to shore establishments, with Foxo's choice prompting discussion of serving as a Wren.

The hypothetical offers a choice of ship but gives no control over the job aboard it. Washington is suggested with a tentative casualty claim, while a brewery ship offers a less martial alternative. Foxo points out that being a woman would prevent the sea-going posting she initially considers under the period's rules. A stone frigate, meaning a naval shore establishment, provides another route, and her wargaming experience prompts a suggestion of WATU.