Which group is the colonel commanding?

A colonel was traditionally the commanding officer of a regiment or brigade. In air forces that use the same titles of rank as the army, such as the U.S. Air Force, a colonel’s command is usually a group; the comparable grade in the Royal Air Force is group captain.

What greeting should you say when you salute an officer?

Saying “Good morning, Sir,” or something along those lines is encouraged when you salute a superior. Perform the salute, then greet the soldier while holding the salute. If you are reporting to the officer, you should identify yourself and state that you are reporting. For example, “Sir, Private Jones reports.”

What does a colonel do in the British army?

Colonel. Colonels are not usually field commanders (except in the Royal Army Medical Corps). Typically they serve as staff officers between field commands at battalion/brigade level. It is the lowest of the staff ranks and they are the principal advisors to senior officers.

Is Colonel higher than Commander?

Commander ranks above lieutenant commander (O-4) and below captain (O-6). Commander is equivalent to the rank of lieutenant colonel in the other uniformed services. Although it exists largely as a maritime training organization, the Maritime Service also has the grade of commander.

What is the top rank in the British Army?

Field marshal
Field marshal is the highest rank in the British Army. Throughout the 20th century it was reserved for army and army group commanders in wartime, and retiring Chiefs of the General Staff.

What is the most senior rank in the British Army?

Also known as a 4 star General, this is the most senior rank in the British Army, and you will find that people at this rank include the Chief of Defence Staff and the Chief of the General Staff. Army ranks helps to define the roles and responsibilities of officers and soldiers in the British Army.

How long does it take to become a British Army officer?

You begin with Officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, which lasts for 44 weeks. You learn what’s expected of a British Army Officer and how to lead soldiers on and off the battlefield.

What does a brigadier do in the British Army?

Typically they serve as staff officers between field commands at battalion/brigade level. It is the lowest of the staff ranks and they are the principal advisors to senior officers. Brigadier is not considered to be a General officer rank by the British Army but rather a Field officer rank.

What is the difference between an officer and an enlisted soldier?

Officers are at the top of the hierarchy. Their ranks indicate that they hold positions of authority, granted through a commission – a formal document of appointment signed by the monarch. Other ranks are the enlisted soldiers of the army. They do not have a commission and they do not hold positions of high command.

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