manning pool

DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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a central pool, or replacement depot, of seamen, airmen, etc.

Quotations

1944

The CSU executive meeting seriously criticized the present system of administration of the Manning Pools.

1944

When he arrives in port, a manning pool flop is arranged for him while he awaits his turn to be shipped out on another vessel.