Maj. Gen.
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Example Sentences
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"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
“Our independent and impartial report presents Maj. Gen. Walker’s statements to us and his testimony to Congress, as well as information and statements provided by other witnesses,” Reed said.
From Washington Post • Nov. 18, 2021
“Rather than rehashing those conversations, Maj. Gen. Wins is focused on ensuring that the VMI community continues their cooperation with the review team at every turn,” he said in a statement.
From Washington Post • Feb. 19, 2021
“With Maj. Gen. Efflandt remaining at Fort Hood, the Army will announce the name of a new commander of the First Armored Division, which Efflandt had previously been designated to lead,” the service said.
From New York Times • Sep. 1, 2020
“In this case, the secretary determined that Maj. Gen. Harrison’s highest grade of satisfactory service was as a brigadier general.”
From New York Times • Aug. 27, 2014
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