Master-at-arms Edit Meaning

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A Naval term to identify a sailor on a ship whose duties are similar to a police officer. Master-At-Arms was first used by the BritishNavy as early at the reign of King Charles I. They traditionally enforce discipline on a Naval ship, but since 2001 have evolved into more anti-terrorism and force-protection duties.

A Master-At-Arms enforces discipline and protects sailors on a Naval ship.

See maa, master-at-arms, navy, police, navcop