👉 In the context of maritime history, a dockyardman is someone who works on or at a ship's docks. They are responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery, as well as overseeing the operation of the ship's fleet. Dockyards are often located in coastal areas where ships can be repaired, maintained, and serviced. The term "dockyardman" is used to describe anyone involved with the maintenance of a ship's dock or engine room during its operational life.