Ranks

Two U.S. Navy Seals navigating through swamp during the training

A Review of the Ranking System Within the Navy SEALs

The rank structure of Navy SEALs and SEAL teams is similar to that of other military units worldwide. Like other US military branches, the

7 years ago

by Eric Sof

Operator from French Foreign Legion during the deployment in Mali (Photo: French Foreign Legion)

Understanding the Differences Between Ranks in the French Foreign Legion and the Regular French Army

The ranks in the French Foreign Legion are similar to those in the regular French Army. All recruits are volunteers and are known as basic legionnaires. Over time, about 25% will become

11 years ago

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