quartermasters in English
noun
1
a military officer responsible for providing quarters, rations, clothing, and other supplies.
During the Civil War Gilmer held a variety of staff positions, including quartermaster and adjutant general of the Hilliard Alabama Legion.
2
a naval petty officer with particular responsibility for steering and signals.
Typically, it's a boatswain's mate or a quartermaster running the ship, while an engineer and one or two seaman line handlers assist in the shipboard operations.
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1. “You had American quartermasters colluding with the Camorra…
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3. It may also be worn by Quartermasters, Boatswain’s Mate and Gangway Sentries at the discretion of the Commanding Officer.
4. After the dance, all first sergeants quartermasters, saddler sergeants, farriers, cooks and bakers report to me at headquarters.