So, those with more rank get more privilege on their quarters.īut what's the point of 'luxury' windows on a warships of all things? Even with the bulkheads, the rear of the ship was still extremely vulnerable to cannon fire. On ships, even today, there is a considerable stratification of quarters and berthing by rank as ships are very cramped things. There were covers that could be installed over the inside of the windows in combat to protect the stern, as well as the design had several internal bulkheads separating the Captain's cabin and officer's quarters from the gun deck.Īll of that was a luxury afforded the ship's officers (the wardroom and Captain's table for meals), along with the privileges of rank. Because those were the quarters of the Captain and Admiral (if one was aboard) and were a symbol of the prestige and privilege of that rank and position on the ship.
