Colonel

Colonel {{IPA|}} (Spanish: Coronel; German: Oberst; Russian:??????????/Polkovnik) is both a military rank and civilian title, used by nearly every country in the world. The rank of Colonel is one of the oldest in existence, dating as far back to the time of the Roman Empire.

Related Topics:
Coronel - Oberst - ??????????/Polkovnik - Military rank - Roman Empire

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In the modern age, a Colonel is usually a military title rated as the highest field rank below the general grades, and just above Lieutenant Colonel.

Related Topics:
General - Lieutenant Colonel

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