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Since times change; for the Vietnam War: USN: 1. A US Navy Ensign (0-1) or LTjg (0-2) might command a US Navy Swift Boat (PCF-Patrol Craft Fast); which has 5 crewmen plus the officer. 2. A US Navy LTCDR (0-4) or CDR (0-5) might command a US Destroyer or Frigate. USA: 1. A US Army 2nd Lieutenant (0-1) is authorized a platoon (infantrymen or 5 tanks); a 1st Lieutenant (0-2) is normally the company's executive officer (XO). A Captain (0-3) is the company commander. 2. A US Army Major (0-4) is assigned the duties of Battalion XO and another Major is assigned a staff position. The Lieutenant Colonel (0-5) is the Battalion Commander.

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Who was the first SGM of the Army?

The first Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA) was William O. Wooldridge, who was appointed to the position on July 11, 1966. This role was established to serve as the senior enlisted advisor to the Army Chief of Staff and to represent the interests of enlisted soldiers at the highest levels of command. Wooldridge played a crucial role in shaping the responsibilities and significance of the position within the Army.


What virginian was named by the congress to command the army?

It was called the Army of Northern Virginia, and it was commanded by Robert E.Lee.


Who were the leaders at the Battle of Shiloh?

The Union Army of the Tennessee was commanded by Major General Ulysses S. Grant on April 6, 1862, the first day of the battle. This army would be reinforced by the Army of the Ohio under the command of Major General Don Carlos Buell the evening of the 6th and Grant took overall command of both. The Confederate Army of the Mississippi was commanded by General Albert Sidney Johnston on the first day until he was killed, then command of the army fell to General P.G.T. Beauregard who commanded for the remainder of the battle.


Who was the commander of the revolutionary army?

For the budding United States, George Washington was in overall command of the U.S. military effort, primarily focused on his command of the Continental Army, though there were obviously several other Generals in charge of various other armies. In addition, the British Army was not under a central command; rather, there were regional commanders which changed several times throughout the war.


What comes after is Command Sergeant Major of the army?

2nd Lieutenant.

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How strng is mexicos navey?

I know they're not as strong as the United States Army. They are more of a neutral army.


Which president was the first commander in chief of the you s army and the navey?

George Washington


What is gmgi in us navy?

GM Gunners Mate (Navey) GI General Issue (Army)


When did RAF Army Cooperation Command end?

RAF Army Cooperation Command was created in 1940.


Who is the second in command of the US Army?

The second in command of the US Army is the executive officer.


Who is second in command of us army?

The second in command of the US Army is the executive officer.


What rank is higher than a command sgt major?

The rank higher than a Command Sergeant Major (CSM) in the U.S. Army is the Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA). The SMA serves as the senior enlisted advisor to the Army Chief of Staff and represents the interests of enlisted soldiers at the highest levels of leadership. This position is unique and holds a distinct role compared to other command sergeant majors within the Army.


What are the level of army leadership?

Strategic leaders include military and DA civilian leaders at the major command through Department of Defense levels.


The act that forbade the issue of presidential orders to the army without going through the General of the Army was the what?

Command Of the Army Act.


What is Army Reserve Medical Command's motto?

Army Reserve Medical Command's motto is '"Soldiers First"'.


When was Army Strategic Forces Command - Pakistan - created?

Army Strategic Forces Command - Pakistan - was created in 2000.


What is Army Air Forces Antisubmarine Command's motto?

Army Air Forces Antisubmarine Command's motto is 'Guard With Power'.