The History of Sergeantry in the Military

Sergeantry is a term that was historically used to describe the rank or position of a sergeant, which is a non-commissioned officer in the military. A sergeant is typically a senior enlisted soldier who has been promoted from the rank of private first class and is responsible for leading a team of soldiers or performing specific duties within a larger unit.

The term "sergeantry" is derived from the French word "sergent," which means "servant" or "attendant." In the military, sergeants were originally known as "sergeants-at-arms" and were responsible for maintaining order and discipline within their units. Over time, the term "sergeantry" came to be used to describe the rank or position of a sergeant, rather than just their duties.

In modern times, the term "sergeantry" is not commonly used in most military organizations, and the rank of sergeant is typically referred to simply as "sergeant." However, some historical or ceremonial units may still use the term "sergeantry" to refer to the rank of sergeant.