sergeant first class
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of sergeant first class
An Americanism dating back to 1945–50
Example Sentences
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In his final review, in April, evaluators said Card, a sergeant first class, “exceeded standards” in almost all areas of his role as senior trainer, including instruction on the use of grenades.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 27, 2024
He currently holds the rank of sergeant first class, assignment to the Reserves’ 3rd Battalion, 304th Infantry Regiment in Saco, Maine, Dubee said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2023
“I now know that the more I revisit an event, the less painful it becomes,” said Dodge, who retired from the Army as a sergeant first class.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 15, 2021
Army Acquisition Award for contracting excellence, when she was listed as a sergeant first class, the Sentinel reported.
From Washington Times ● May 28, 2020
A sergeant first class whose name was not released and who joined Team 3212 just weeks before the ambush as its acting intelligence sergeant also received a Silver Star.
From New York Times ● Aug. 14, 2019
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