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As long as I am commanding officer here every wounded man shall be held sacred, whether he tries to get to us or to return to the enemy.

From Men in War by Latzko, Andreas

Question: "Do they know that I am commanding this expedition?"

From Ismailia by Baker, Samuel White, Sir

I am only a cadet, yet I am commanding officer.”

From Percival Keene by Marryat, Frederick

I doubted that I could secure your willing cooperation; therefore, I am commanding it.

From Astounding Stories, June, 1931 by Various

No expostulation, Adair; remember, I am commanding officer.

From The Three Midshipmen by Prout, Victor