general

The commissioned highest rank in most modern militaries.

George Smith Patton was a great general during World War II.

by Nicolaivich January 18, 2004

Private 1st class

An enlisted rank in the United States Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force that is above private and below corporal/lance corporal.

Private Smith was promoted to private 1st class.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

army

The largest branch of most modern militaries, including the United States Army.

After high school, James joined the Army.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

private

The lowest enlisted rank in the United States Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force.

Dan joined the Army as a private after high school.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

admiral

The highest rank in many modern naval forces.

That seaman was an admiral.

by Nicolaivich January 18, 2004

Sergeant

A rank in many modern militaries, especially the United States military, that is above corporal (Army/Marine Corps) and below staff sergeant.

Dave became a sergeant in the U.S. Army

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

captain

A rank in many modern militaries that is above a 1st lieutenant and below a major (Army/Marine/Air Force) or above a commander and below a lower rear admiral (Navy/Coast Guard).

Captain Jones was the head of the platoon.

by Nicolaivich January 18, 2004