Purchase of commissions in the British Army

Between the 17th and 19th centuries, officers' commissions in infantry and cavalry units of the English and British armies could be purchased. This avoided the need to wait to be promoted for merit or seniority, and was the usual way to obtain a rank in both armies.

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Purchase of commissions in the British Army

Between the 17th and 19th centuries, officers' commissions in infantry and cavalry units of the English and British armies could be purchased. This avoided the need to wait to be promoted for merit or seniority, and was the usual way to obtain a rank in both armies.

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