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Chelsea pensioner


 

The term Chelsea pensioner is used to refer to an in-pensioner at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, that is, a former British soldier who lives within the Royal Hospital.

Related Topics:
Royal Hospital Chelsea - British - Soldier

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However, historically, the phrase applied more widely - referring to both in-pensioners and out-pensioners.

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