brigadier general

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Ultimately, he moved 21 times for his career, rising to brigadier general in 1976.

From Washington Post

Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. was promoted to brigadier general in 1940.

From Washington Post

Meet Rep. Scott Perry, the retired Army National Guard brigadier general who is now one of the most powerful members of Congress.

From Salon

Having previously served as a cavalry officer, Hood was initially made a cavalry captain in the Confederate army but was quickly promoted to colonel and then to brigadier general, according to the National Park Service.

From New York Times

Clarence “Bud” Anderson will receive an honorary promotion to brigadier general by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. C.Q.

From Washington Times