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brigadier general
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military rank in many countries
A brigadier general is a military rank held by senior officers in many countries' armed forces, typically commanding larger units like brigades. It's an important rank because it represents a significant step up in responsibility and authority within the military hierarchy.
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Brigadier general or brigade general is a military rank used in many countries. The rank is usually above a colonel, and below a major general or divisional general. When appointed to a field command, a brigadier general is typically in command of a brigade consisting of around 4,000 troops (two regiments or four battalions).