captain

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England have also confirmed that captain Ben Stokes will swap places in the batting order with wicketkeeper Jamie Smith.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The last time the Navy promoted a woman from captain to rear admiral was in June 2025, according to an analysis by Task and Purpose, a military-focused publication.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The Tagor was detained on Sunday morning in international waters with the help of Britain and other partners, after its Russian captain refused to comply with orders, prosecutors said.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

The promotion from captain to rear admiral is one of the most competitive in the Navy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The captain growled at the boys and cuffed their heads, while Madame Babushkinov tried to comfort her daughter with promises of new dresses and plots of revenge against her brothers.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood