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There are currently 40 active duty officers of 4 star rank (generals & admirals) in U.S. Forces. There appear to be well over 200 living retired 4 star generals.
1947 * Flag adopted 14 June 1777 * Two stars and two stripes added to flag in 1795 * Five stars added and number of stripes returned to 13 - 4 July 1818 * One star added to flag 4 July 1819 * Two stars added to flag 4 July 1820 * One star added to flag 4 July 1822 * One star added to flag 4 July 1836 * One star added to flag 4 July 1836 * One star added to flag 4 July 1845 * One star added to flag 4 July 1846 * One star added to flag 4 July 1847 * One star added to flag 4 July 1848 * One star added to flag 4 July 1851 * One star added to flag 4 July 1858 * One star added to flag 4 July 1859 * One star added to flag 4 July 1861 * One star added to flag 4 July 1863 * One star added to flag 4 July 1865 * One star added to flag 4 July 1867 * One star added to flag 4 July 1877 * Five stars added to flag 4 July 1890 * One star added to flag 4 July 1891 * One star added to flag 4 July 1896 * One star added to flag 4 July 1908 * Two stars added to flag 4 July 1912 * One star added to flag 4 July 1959 * One star added to flag 4 July 1960
The very fact that he is addressed as 'General' makes his rank a general. 1 star ; Brigadier 2 star ; major general 3 star ; lieutenant general 4 star ; general 5 star ; field marshal These are the British titles for one to five star.
Usually the highest American rank is a 4-star General, who is called "General". With the massive amount of troops in World War II, the US created the rank of "General of the Army", "General of the Air Force", "Fleet Admiral". These ranks are "5 star Generals" and are reserved for use during wartime. An American "5 star General" is the same rank as a "Field Marshal" A rank which is used by a number of European countries. During World War I, General Pershing was awarded the title of "General of the Armies". While his rank was still a "4 star General", by title General Marshal outranked the "5 star Generals" of World War II. In a like manner, Admiral George Dewey was promoted to "Admiral of the Navy", a title that made him senior in rank to the "Fleet Admiral" Thus General Pershing and Admiral George Dewey, both would be considered a "6 star General". But its a rank that has never been formalized. Just to cover all bets, Congress promoted General George Washington to "General of the Armies" on July 4, 1976 on the 200th birthday of the US.
General officers (1- to 4-star) command brigades or larger units. A 4-star general (5-star during wartime) commands the entire US Army.
There are currently 40 active duty officers of 4 star rank (generals & admirals) in U.S. Forces. There appear to be well over 200 living retired 4 star generals.
4 star generals are in the US
generals-1-4 stars, 5-star outranks all. they're all called Generals....crz
There are no generals in the Navy. The navy has admirals. The full compliment of officers varies with promotions and retirements.
As of 2005 the armed forces released there were currently 86 "Major Generals" (2 star). However specific names are generally withheld outside of 4-5 star generals for security purposes.
There were many four star Geman Generals one of which was Erwin Rommel
1 . . . Brigadier General 2 . . . Major General 3 . . . Lietenant General 4 . . . General 5 . . . General of the Armies
As of my last knowledge update in October 2023, only a few U.S. four-star generals from earlier decades are still alive, as most have passed away due to their advanced age. The exact number can fluctuate due to the passing of individuals or new appointments. For the most accurate and current information, it’s best to consult recent news sources or military records.
As of 2023, the average annual salary for a four-star general in the U.S. military is approximately $200,000 to $250,000, depending on years of service and specific pay grades. This figure includes base pay, allowances, and potential bonuses. Additionally, retired four-star generals can receive a pension that is often around 50% of their final active-duty pay, which can further contribute to their overall compensation.
The Flag, 5-star General, 4-star General, 3-star General, 2-star General, 1-star General, Colonel, Lt. Colonel, Major, Captain, 1st Lieutenant, 2nd Lieutenant, Sergeant, the Spy, and the Private are the pieces used in the Game of the Generals. There is one piece each for the Flag up to the Sergeant, two pieces of Spies and six pieces of Privates.
i don't know, i wish to know. united states armed srvices, regular and reserve.
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