What is the Master Gunner, St James's Park

1.0 Introduction

“The office of master-gunner was a very ancient one. As soon as there were guns, there was a master-gunner in charge of them, responsible for their upkeep and efficiency, and in command of the gunners who served them.” (Maurice-Jones, 2012, p.138).

This article provides an overview of the role of the Master Gunner, St James’s Park – a position that can trace its lineage to…

British Army Colonel Commandant Appointments

What is a Colonel Commandant?

Colonel commandant is a military title used in the armed forces of some English-speaking countries. The title, not a substantive military rank, could denote a senior colonel with authority over fellow colonels. Today, the holder often has an honorary role outside the executive military structure, such as advocacy for the troops.

Background to UK Use

In the…