Storekeeper of the Ordnance
Former English military position (1597-1855) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Principal Storekeeper of the Ordnance was a subordinate of the Master-General of the Ordnance and a member of the English (and later British) Board of Ordnance from its constitution in 1597. He was responsible for the care and maintenance of ordnance stores. The office was abolished in 1855.
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Office of the Principal Storekeeper of the Ordnance | |
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Member of | Board of Ordnance (1597-1855) |
Reports to | Master-General of the Ordnance |
Appointer | Prime Minister Subject to formal approval by the King-in-Council |
Term length | Not fixed (typically 3–9 years) |
Inaugural holder | John Leame |
Formation | 1558-1855 |
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