Master Commandant

Master Commandant was a rank within the early United States Navy.

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A Master Commandant was a higher rank than Lieutenant, and would command

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warships too small to justify the command of a full Captain.

Related Topics:
Warship - Captain

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Master Commandant was roughly equivalent to the Royal Navy rank of Master and Commander.

Related Topics:
Royal Navy - Master and Commander

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