colonelcy
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of colonelcy
Example Sentences
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The Duke took over the colonelcy in 1974, making him the longest-serving person in the role.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2024
He served in Africa, Italy, France and Germany, won the Legion of Merit and the French Legion of Honor, was upped to a lieutenant colonelcy.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Colonel Duckwall and ordered his promotion to a colonelcy, when due, delayed a full year.
From Time Magazine Archive
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He spent much time in the Army, served in the Civil War, received medals and promotion to colonelcy.
From Time Magazine Archive
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He got the colonelcy of the 99th about a year ago.
From Quisisana, or Rest at Last by Spielhagen, Friedrich
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