Rottmeister

Rottmeister of the Landsknechte in a German class book from 1568

A Rottmeister (also Rottenmeister) was the leader of one

• Rotte , which was part of a ensign and consisted of eight to twelve mercenaries or six double mercenaries . The gang members chose the red master from among their number.

• In times of war, the citizens of a city were divided into ranks (as "Rottgesellen") and the council appointed a Rottmeister to supervise each rott. He was responsible for the reporting system and the fire brigade (see below), but also had to bring his Rott journeyman to their flag in a closed manner during inspections and waiting

• Fire scrap , the forerunner organization of today's fire brigades from the 19th century . The inhabitants of a community were divided into several fireplaces.

• The mayor or head of a small settlement, see Rotte (settlement)

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