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A '''Matross''' was the term for a private in a train of artillery ( | A '''Matross''' was the term for a private in a train of artillery (a gunner's mate). One of the soldiers who assisted the gunners in loading, firing, and sponging the guns. | ||
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Revision as of 11:17, 25 September 2010
A Matross was the term for a private in a train of artillery (a gunner's mate). One of the soldiers who assisted the gunners in loading, firing, and sponging the guns.