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A Lieutenant General is a high-ranking officer in the military, typically ranking above Major General and below General. The rank of Lieutenant General is often used in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and other countries.
Here are some key facts about the rank of Lieutenant General:
- Rank insignia: The rank insignia for a Lieutenant General typically includes a silver oak leaf or a silver star, depending on the country's military tradition.
- Responsibilities: Lieutenant Generals often serve as senior commanders, advisors, or staff officers in various military branches, such as the Army, Air Force, Navy, or Marine Corps.
- Promotion: To become a Lieutenant General, an officer typically needs to have significant experience and a strong record of service, often with multiple promotions from lower ranks.
- Equivalent ranks: The rank of Lieutenant General is equivalent to other high-ranking officer ranks, such as Air Marshal (Royal Air Force) or Vice-Admiral (Royal Navy).
Some notable Lieutenant Generals include:
- General Norman Schwarzkopf Jr. (US Army), who led coalition forces during the Gulf War
- General David Petraeus (US Army), who served as Director of the CIA and Commander of US Central Command
- General James Mattis (US Marine Corps), who served as Secretary of Defense under President Donald Trump