commanding officer of troops

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commanding officer of troops

On a ship that has embarked units, a designated officer (usually the senior embarking unit commander) who is responsible for the administration, discipline, and training of all embarked units. Also called COT.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.
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