Maj.
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Example Sentences
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Maj. of the Army Michael Grinston, both of whom have the highest rank in their respective branches that any enlisted service member can hope to attain.
From Slate ● May 18, 2023
“One of those soldiers was my son Maj. Beau Biden,” he said.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 9, 2022
"Maj. Gen. Tracy Norris: if you have any honor, integrity or character whatsoever, you should immediately submit your resignation," West said of the Texas Guard’s top general.
From Fox News ● Jan. 5, 2022
“There’s no question that Maj. Gen. Wins is the right person to preserve and advance VMI’s unique system of education moving forward,” Boland said in a statement.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 15, 2021
Cuyler, Maj., of Howe's staff, carries news of Long Island battle to England, 199.
From The Campaign of 1776 around New York and Brooklyn by Henry P. Johnston
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