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'''Major General''' is a senior [[commissioned officer]] of the [[UNSC Marine Corps]], equal in rank to [[Rear Admiral (Upper Half)]] in the [[UNSC Navy]].
'''Major General''' is a senior [[commissioned officer]] of the [[UNSC Marine Corps]], equal in rank to [[Rear Admiral (Upper Half)]] in the [[UNSC Navy]].


Major Generals command vast numbers of troops. They may also serve as high-level staff officers at major commands.
Major Generals typically command division sized units or serve as base commanders. They may also serve as high-level staff officers at major commands.


In informal settings, Major Generals are typically referred to simply as "General".  
In informal settings, Major Generals are typically referred to simply as "General".  
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Template:Rank Infobox Major General is a senior commissioned officer of the UNSC Marine Corps, equal in rank to Rear Admiral (Upper Half) in the UNSC Navy.

Major Generals typically command division sized units or serve as base commanders. They may also serve as high-level staff officers at major commands.

In informal settings, Major Generals are typically referred to simply as "General".

A Major General may be also referred to as a "two-star General" to distinguish it from the other ranks of General; so named for the two star rank insignia worn on the uniform.


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