Definitions by Nicolaivich

staff sergeant 

A rank in many modern militaries, especially the United States military, that is above sergeant (Army/Marine Corps) or above senior airman (Air Force) and below sergeant first class (Army), gunnery sergeant (Marine Corps), or technical sergeant (Air Force).

Mike was a staff sergeant in the Marine Corps.

staff sergeant by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

navy 

The branch of many modern militaries, especially the United States military, that specializes in sea-based operations and has a wide jurisdiction over military command.

Danno enlisted in the Navy.

navy by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

Delta Force 

A secret unit of the United States military that has never been confirmed into actually existing. They are said to specialize in international hostage rescue, anti-terrorism, and stealth combat.

That man was in Delta Force. Or was he?

Delta Force by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

Royal Marines

The United Kingdom's special fighting force, equal to the United States Marine Corps. Although they were originally founded during a monarchy, hence the name, the Royal Marines are now under control of the United Kingdom's parliament.

Bradford was a member of the Royal Marines.

Royal Marines by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

Solid Snake 

A fictional character based on a United States military special operative. He was originally seen in the 'Metal Gear' video game series of the 1980s.

Solid Snake is an excellent soldier.

Solid Snake 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.

captain by Nicolaivich January 18, 2004

general

The commissioned highest rank in most modern militaries.

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

general by Nicolaivich January 18, 2004