Why is it called a sergeants mess?

A sergeant's mess refers to the dining and recreational area for non-commissioned officers (NCOs) in military settings, specifically sergeants. The term "mess" originates from the French Word "manger," meaning to eat, and historically, it denoted a place where troops would gather for meals. The sergeant's mess serves as a space for camaraderie, socializing, and administrative functions among sergeants, distinguishing their gathering from that of commissioned officers and enlisted personnel.