brigadier general
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Retired US brigadier general Houston Cantwell, who has 400 hours of combat flight experience, said a pilot's training would likely kick in before he or she parachutes to the ground.
From Barron's ● Apr. 4, 2026
Army brigadier general who held senior roles in the Defense and State Departments under previous administrations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 15, 2026
"What makes it different is, Marjorie is not in the race," said Shawn Harris, a local farmer and retired brigadier general.
From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2026
As a result, Finerty was demoted to brigadier general.
From Salon ● Mar. 4, 2025
George Washington resigned from the militia with the honorary rank of brigadier general and returned home to Mount Vernon.
From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen
