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Captains (public officers)

Scope note

Use for officers of this title in public services and institutions, their rank and extent of authority varying with the specific context, but generally holding authority over a group or area of activity. For military officers holding the same title, use "captains (military officers)."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000236229

Broader Terms used

public officers

Created

13yrs ago

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