Helmsman
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A helmsman or helm is a person who steers a ship, sailboat, submarine, other type of maritime vessel, airship, or spacecraft. The rank and seniority of the helmsman may vary: on small vessels such as
The bridge of the freighter shown here has two steering stands. This redundancy is a safety measure in case one of the steering mechanisms that control the ship's rudder fails.
Navy sailors at the helm of an aircraft carrier in December 2001.
A ship bridge simulator with 3-D graphics creates scenarios with realistic sights and sounds to train mariners in ship handling.
Underway replenishment during which an oil tanker refuels ships at sea demands that the helmsman steer an extremely precise course.
Quartermaster
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Quartermaster is a military term, the meaning of which depends on the country and service. In land armies, a quartermaster is an officer or enlisted soldier who supervises logistics and requisitions,
Helmsman
…conditions requiring precise steering. An ordinary seaman is commonly restricted to steering in open waters. Moreover, military ships may have a seaman or quartermaster at the helm. A professional helmsman maintains a steady course, properly executes all rudder orders, and communicates to the officer on the bridge using…
Wojciech Kossak, quartering (Quartermaster), circa 1893
Quartermaster Dick Libby, USN. Portrait circa 1834
Seal of the Prussian Army Quartermaster General
CWO Yitshak Taito, Rasar of IDF Officers' Academy