Rank insignia in the French Army are worn on the sleeve or on shoulder marks of uniforms, and range up to the highest rank of Marshal of France, a state honour denoted with a seven-star …

During the French Revolution and the French Empire, the ranks inherited from the Old Regime (Ancien Régime) evolved. Rank marks became more complex. Insignia, embroidery, and …

While usually not listed in French rank insignia, the "one-star" insignia has been used in the French military. The "one-star" insignia denoted an appointment of a colonel to command a …

Mar 8, 2023 · Insignia on service members’ uniforms can represent rank, rate or designator. It may include various emblems such as chevrons, bars, oak leaves or stars. Typically, service …

Since the 1950s, the office has been held only by four-star generals (OF–9), either from the Army, the Navy, or the Air and Space Force. The current Chief is General Thierry Burkhard, who took …

This is a list of some of the modern orders, decorations and medals of France. Some, like the Legion of Honour, are awarded to both the armed forces and civilians. Others are decorations …

The armed forces of France (French Forces armées françaises and Armée française) are, as with most modern armed forces, divided into various forces. Classically again the division into …

Mar 7, 2023 · The rank of Army General is the highest active military rank in the French Army and the National Gendarmerie. It is also used in the Air and Space Force, where it is called …

Jul 20, 2024 · French military leadership has evolved through various historical phases, reflecting the country’s changing geopolitical landscape. From the medieval knights to the modern …

Jul 22, 2024 · The French Armed Forces (French: Forces armées françaises) are the military forces of France. They consist of four military branches – the Army, the Navy, the Air and …