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brevet

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To Mildred he was one of that numerous army of brevet relations known as gran-pop, pop, or uncle.

Martin Falleix obtained a brevet for invention and a gold medal at the Exposition of 1824.

On the reorganization of the army in 1815 he was retained as colonel in the Rifle Regiment, with brevet rank of brigadier-general.

Such ability and devotion brought him home from Mexico bearing the brevet rank of Colonel.

He rose to the brevet rank of major and served in the war of 1812 against Great Britain.

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On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to brevet, such as: agency, authority, delegation, office, appointment, and certificate.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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