Black Rod

The Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod, generally shortened to just Black Rod, is an official in the parliaments of several Commonwealth countries. The position originates in the House of Lords of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. His equivalent in the House of Commons is the Serjeant at Arms.

Read more about Black Rod:  Origin, Gentlemen Ushers of The Black Rod in Ireland, Other UK Ushers, Black Rod in Other Commonwealth Countries

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