When a crew disembarks from a ship, does the captain go first or last?

Question

Odd question, I know, but as far as formal ship etiquette goes, is it proper for the captain to disembark first, and the crew follow as a sign of respect? Or does the captain disembark last because he/she is expected to stay with the ship the longest?

Answer 1

I think the captain has to go down with the ship.

I think zigmanfraud has the best answer. IF, there no guests, it still the crew go before the captain.

Answer 2

I heard he goes down with the ship.  That would imply that he doesn't disembark at all.  Honor is dumb.

I just realized that your question doesn't assume the ship is sinking.  Wow I'm in a bad mood tonight.  I'm guessing he disembarks last.  Hope you get a good answer.

Answer 3

Last person to abandon the ship is always captain. Its the marine rule. this way captain should know that there is no other people on the sinking ship.

Answer 4

Naval etiquette dictates the officers depart the vessel in reverse order of rank. Ensigns first then lieutenants then commanders, then captains. They board the ship in the reverse order: captain first.

Answer 5

The captain waits until guests are off and then the crew goes/