Answer:

sutler

AnswerCrossword Clue
SUTLERArmy follower selling provisions and liquors.
SUTLERArmy follower who sells provisions to soldiers.
SUTLERArmy caterer.
SUTLERVivandier.
SUTLERMerchant to an army
SUTLERProvisioner to an army post.
SUTLERSupplier to an army