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Webster's dictionary says "Lieutenant" comes from from Anglo-French words. Many of our military terms and aviation terms come from the French military.
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What is the difference between a lieutenant and a lieutenant colonel?
Quite a difference.. a Lieutenant is a junior officer, whereas a Lieutenant Colonel is a much more senior officer.
Who is higher colonel or lieutenant colonel?
Colonel is higher than a Lieutenant-Colonel. BTW, a Lieutenant- General is higher than a Major-General.
What is the officers ranks?
In the Navy, the ranks are (in ascending order) Ensign, Junior Lieutenant, Lieutenant, Lieutenant Commander, Commander, Captain, Rear Admiral (lower half), Rear Admiral (upper half), Vice Admiral, Admiral, and Fleet Admiral. In the Army and Air force, the ranks are (in ascending order) Second Lieutenant, First Lieutenant, Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonial, Colonial, Brigadier general, Major General, Lieutenant general, General, and general of the army (or air force).
Who was a US Navy lieutenant who led a raid on tripoli?
US Navy Lieutenant Stephen Decatur
Is an NCC Lieutenant a gazetted officer?
Yes Lieutenant in NCC is a Class 1 Gazetted officer
What language does lieutenant come from?
Lieutenant is a French word, itself coming from originally from Latin.
What country does lieutenant come from and what language is it?
The term "lieutenant" comes from the French language. It is a rank in the military and is used in various countries, including France, the United States, and many others.
What does lieutenant mean in french?
lieutenant means the same in french and English and in both language is spellt lieutenant and it is often used in war or army
What is a sentence using lieutenant?
Lieutenant is a military title. The lieutenant led the march.
Is lieutenant a verb?
No, lieutenant is a noun
How is the lieutenant of Canada appointed?
The is no such position as "Lieutenant of Canada". Each province has a Lieutenant Governor.
What is the plural of lieutenant governor?
Lieutenant governors.
How do you spell lieutenant?
The correct spelling is 'lieutenant'.
What is the duration of The Lieutenant?
The duration of The Lieutenant is 3600.0 seconds.
What is the plural for lieutenant colonels?
Lieutenant colonels IS the plural. The singular form would be Lieutenant colonel.
What is the plural noun of lieutenant colonel?
The plural form of the noun 'lieutenant colonel' is lieutenant colonels.
What is the difference between a lieutenant and a lieutenant colonel?
Quite a difference.. a Lieutenant is a junior officer, whereas a Lieutenant Colonel is a much more senior officer.
