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Commander (United States)
Rank used in the military and police of the United States / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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In the United States, commander is a military rank that is also sometimes used as a military billet title—the designation of someone who manages living quarters or a base—depending on the branch of service. It is also used as a rank or title in non-military organizations, particularly in law enforcement.
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