What is the fundamental difference between an Ordnance Department and the modern Ordnance Corps?

• A. The Ordnance Department was the former organizational framework; the modern Ordnance Corps is the branch-level designation responsible for materiel readiness, logistics, and maintenance
• B. They are the same organization; no differences
• C. The Ordnance Department was a medical service
• D. The Ordnance Corps handles only ceremonial duties

Answer: (A)