Warrant officer: insignia. Ranks in the US Army

A career in the U.S. Army is a true calling and a unique opportunity for Soldiers to defend the Constitution and the rights and interests of the American people. In addition to high wages and benefit systems, the army provides the opportunity for career growth, instills leadership qualities, which are indispensable in everyday life, and provides a wealth of knowledge. Regardless of rank in the U.S. Army, every Soldier plays an essential role in achieving the overall mission.

The essence of the US Army

The first thing to note is that the US Army refers primarily to ground forces. Thus, the Coast Guard, Military Police, Marines and Air Force are separate branches of the US armed forces. Thus, the insignia of all officers and sergeants is different.

There are two main elements in the US Army - active and reserve troops; in addition to them, the ground forces also include the National Guard and They do not depend on each other in any way, but carry out one common mission - to defend their territory in all possible ways.

US Army ranks

The first composition of the US Army is ordinary soldiers and sergeants. They are the backbone of the Army because they have specialized knowledge and perform specific functions that ensure the success of the ongoing mission of other branches of the Army. Hierarchically, the ranks of ordinary soldiers follow in this order:

• recruit (has no insignia);
• private;
• Private Soldier First Class;
• specialist;
• Cpl.

Sergeants by rank are divided into:

• sergeant;
• staff sergeant;
• Sergeant First Class;
• master;
• first sergeant;
• major;
• command major;
• US Army Sgt.

There are two types of officers in the Army: Warrant Officers and Commissioned Officers. The latter are essentially managers of the US Army, key figures and professional strategists. They are the ones who solve problems that arise, plan missions, give orders, lead the ground forces and may have the following ranks:

• second lieutenant;
• first lieutenant;
• captain;
• major;
• lieutenant colonel;
• colonel;
• Major General;
• Lieutenant General;
• general;
• US Army General.

Every person who devotes his life to defending the Motherland is an important figure for the army, regardless of rank.

US Army Subcomplexes

The organizational structure of the ground forces is the driving force of the army, which makes it possible to unite soldiers and officers into a single whole. It consists of the following divisions:

• detachment (operating under the command of a sergeant);
• platoon (under the control of a lieutenant);
• company (the captain oversees this unit);
• battalion (commander is a lieutenant colonel);
• brigade (the colonel controls this structure);
• division (under the command of a major general);
• corps (managed by a lieutenant general);
• army (may also be commanded by a lieutenant general).

Leading a military subunit is a real honor for a soldier or officer.

American military uniform

Unlike the Russian army, where the uniform can be ceremonial, ceremonial-weekend, field, work and everyday, in the US army it is divided into three categories:

1. Utilitarian military uniform, or as the Americans call it, combat uniform. This category consists of all kinds of special clothing for various applications. For example, sports uniforms, equipment for operating combat vehicles, clothes for the hospital, kitchens, and even special uniforms for pregnant women.
2. Service uniform, which is intended for everyday wear.
3. Uniform for social events or ceremonial weekend. Clothes in this category range from white summer uniforms to uniforms for receptions, dinners and other events.

It is worth noting that the US Army uniform is made to order and tries to use the best materials to make soldiers and officers comfortable and practical both in battle and in everyday life.

Who are Warrant Officers?

According to the official US Army website, a non-commissioned officer is an adaptive technical expert, combat leader, trainer and advisor. Thanks to the advanced level of knowledge gained during training, this officer is able to manage, maintain and integrate systems and equipment across the entire spectrum of land operations. And if we talk in simple words, a warrant officer is a warrant officer, that is, not yet an officer, but not an ordinary sergeant either.

Of course, depending on the rank, the responsibilities of “warrant officers” may differ. For example, the first class of warrant officers acts as secretaries to their senior colleagues. They help with paperwork and perform simple functions related to personnel management and technical support for the army. And the fifth class of chief warrant officers manages entire brigades, divisions and other classes of warrant officers, making final decisions and issuing orders.

Insignia of "warrant officers"

The first thing to note is that all warrant officer insignia are divided into “unmuted” and “muted.” The first ones are needed for various social events, so that the sign is more noticeable, and “muffled signs” are intended for combat and casual wear.

The unsubdued rank insignia of a Warrant Officer First Class is a matte black square centered on a silver metal plate. The muted sign is a dark green plate with a square of the same color.

As for the insignia of a Warrant Officer Second Class: the unmuted insignia is two matte black squares on a silver metal plate. The subdued insignia is two dark green squares on a plate of the same color.

One black square is added to each insignia of warrant officers up to fourth grade. Thus, the unmuted insignia of a third class officer is three black squares on a silver plate. The muted sign is three dark green squares on a plate of the same color.

The unmuted and muted insignia of a fourth class warrant officer are absolutely identical, except that another black and dark green square are attached to their plate.

But the insignia of senior warrant officers of the fifth class are not similar to the others. The non-muted mark is a long thin strip of black on a silver plate, and the muted mark is a dark green stripe on a dark plate.

Regardless of class, records can be made of silver or any other metal. They also use strong, dark-colored threads to attach the sign to clothing. In general, like the clothing of the ground forces, insignia are made with high quality and accuracy. After all, the uniform is the face of every soldier and officer of the US Army.

The US Army is one of the most powerful in the world, with a huge budget and capabilities comparable only to the Armed Forces of Russia and China. Naturally, such a military machine attracts attention, in particular, many are interested in the structure military ranks and methods (insignia) of distinction. This applies not only to military personnel from other states, but also to ordinary citizens. Some are interested because of work, others out of idle curiosity, and still others want to enlist and become a military man in the States. The last action makes sense for citizens of other countries only if they want to obtain a US passport through the service - this is quite possible, although this method cannot be called the most accessible.

The structure of the US Armed Forces includes 4 types of troops, but they usually consider the main and most understandable to the average person - the infantry. Pilots and sailors must have special skills, and such skills can only be obtained in the armies of other countries - after this it is unlikely that they will be able to take the oath in America. Therefore, we will consider the land forces and ranks in this system - in principle, each corresponds to another in a different type of army, so if necessary, it is not difficult to figure it out.

Important! The American Armed Forces have a very diverse system of military honors, and it is very difficult to remember even the main ones. If you are already focusing on a certain type of troops, do not bother with knowledge about the system of differences in another.

Ranks in the US Army

US Army ranks in ascending order can be conditionally divided into several groups, where each has several positions. Of course, each subsequent assignment carries more powers, but each group designates a certain set of functions characteristic of the military personnel belonging to it. So, the list of groups looks like this:

• rank and file - the first rank (private-recruit) is assigned to “green” recruits who are commissioned for the first time. It has no insignia. Next comes the regular private and private 1st class. The highest in this group are considered to be corporal and specialist - more experienced comrades responsible for junior military personnel. Such soldiers are the main performers of duty, called upon only to carry out orders;
• sergeant corps - includes eight positions from a simple sergeant to an army sergeant major. The range of functions here is limited to the acceptance of delegated powers from junior officers when it is necessary to organize a certain work process. However, these are already experienced military men;
• warrant officers - comparable to domestic warrant officers, they are divided into 5 classes, each with their own insignia. They are not required to perform command functions, but to provide high-quality technical support for the service. Financial responsibility for providing for the army lies with them;
• officers - present here in ascending order: second and first lieutenants, captain, major, lieutenant colonel and colonel. These titles make it possible to apply for a serious position, with a large number of subordinates and broader command powers;
• The general staff are the leaders of the US Army who are in direct contact with the country's leadership and give the main orders. The highest rank - General of the Army (not to be confused with the previous General of the Army) is received by only a few; it is almost impossible for a foreigner to receive it.

Note that among the rank and file there are interesting title- specialist. This is closer to sergeants, but in general such servicemen are not considered military in the standard sense - they receive their “title” after receiving a certain education and are responsible specifically for the narrow industry in which they understand.

Each class has its own requirements, and you can move to the next group only if they are fully met. Of course, not only the powers differ, but also pay and prospects, but for any military junior officer the state already creates fairly solid conditions - this significantly differs the North Atlantic approach from similar structures in other major armies.

Important! It is possible to obtain citizenship through military service, but the process has several difficulties. If there is another option, it is better to use it, otherwise, thoroughly study the terms of service and the deadline for obtaining a passport.

The procedure for obtaining a US passport through the army

The first and main difficulty is the need to have US citizenship or residency (green card) in order to enter America military service. Accordingly, foreigners need to find a basis and go through a lengthy procedure for obtaining permanent resident status in the United States. This will take a lot of time and you will have to spend some money - depending on the situation, the amount can be quite significant. Next comes a whole series of medical and professional tests that are required to enter the service, and only after that you can try on a uniform and estimate your prospects for settling in the States.

The right to obtain citizenship arises only after a year of service (only in cases of hostilities - immediately), and here there is another “barrier” - you can submit the necessary documents only if legal grounds arise. Accordingly, only after a year can you write an application and send the papers, then you need to wait for a response - this takes about 6-8 months, which is a lot. At the same time, you have to worry about the entire period, because it is unknown how the procedure will go, and it is impossible to control the process yourself. Fortunately, you can submit your papers at the unit where you are serving.

The third and most unpleasant barrier to using this method is the length of the army contract. If the passport itself can be obtained in less than two years of stay in the Armed Forces, then the minimum validity period of the agreement is 2 full calendar years. But minimum contracts are rarely concluded with visiting military personnel - more often this period starts from 3 years, and a maximum of 6 years. A lot of time to spend on military service in a foreign country. However, if there are no other options, and there is a great desire, you can resort to this path.

Remember that there is a whole system of ways to emigrate to North America, living conditions may be just as high for you in other countries, so consider all options. To do this, seek advice from a lawyer who understands this issue– many people, thanks to high-quality advice, have realized their dreams. Becoming a military man is the best option for those who like this craft - then you really won’t find more tangible benefits.

In the American army, the gradation of ranks differs from the Soviet/Russian system and instead of the usual sergeants and petty officers, junior and senior officers with generals, there is the following:

Commissioned Officers, certified superiors. Actually officers in the Russian analogy. They in turn are divided into:

General Officers, chief superiors. In the USSR/RF this is the generals
- Field Grade Officers, superiors of the field category. In the USSR/RF these are senior officers
- Сompany Grade Officers, company category commanders. In the USSR/RF these are junior officers

Warrant Officers. The translation is quite tricky - the authorities of the warrant. In the USSR/RF these are warrant officers. The US Air Force does not have this category at all.

Non-Commissioned Officers, not certified superiors. In the USSR/RF these are sergeants and foremen.

Enlisted, conscript, serving in general. In the USSR/RF these are privates.

From left to right.

1 row

Major General - Brigadier General*
Lieutenant General - Major General
Colonel General - Lieutenant General
General - General
Marshal of the Russian Federation - General of the Army**

* Of course, this is a purely conditional comparison, since there is no brigadier general in the RF Armed Forces. A brigade within a division is commanded by a colonel, and a separate brigade by a major general.
** Marshal of the Russian Federation - an honorary title, General of the Army - reserved.

2nd row

major - Major
Lieutenant Colonel - Lieutenant Colonel
Colonel - Colonel

3rd row

ml. lieutenant - there is no analogue
lieutenant - Second Lieutenant*
Art. Lieutenant - First Lieutenant
captain

* In general, the word Lieutenant and the Russian lieutenant derived from it are translated as deputy, assistant. So the lieutenant is much more Russian.

Art. ensign - Chief Warrant Officer 5
Ensign - Chief Warrant Officer 2
Stashina - first sergeant
Art. sergeant - sergeant first class
Sergeant
Jr. sergeant - corporal*
Corporal - private first class
Private - private**

* in the US Army this rank does not refer to NCOs, but to Enlisted
** In the US Army there is also the concept of “recruit”. This is the same private, but passing through, in the Russian language of the KMB. It has no insignia, so you won’t see it outside the United States.

In addition, in the US Army there are three more sergeant ranks above 1st sergeant: Sergeant Major, Command Sergeant Major and Sergeant Major of the United States Army. But these are positions rather than titles.

Sergeant Major is considered the chief of all non-commissioned officers of one specific unit: a separate battalion or regiment, as well as a brigade or division. In fact, he is the foreman of a battalion or regiment most often.
Command Sergeant Major performs similar duties but at the level of the Command, which can be conditionally equated to our military district.
Well, the Sergeant Major of the United States Army performs the same duties at the level of all ground forces. There is only one person in this rank in the ground forces.

A person who wants to figure out how to distinguish an ordinary US Army soldier from an officer should know where exactly to look for signs of such distinction on a soldier’s equipment. The uniform of US military units is divided into two types:

1. Field sample. Most often in camouflage colors.
2. Military style. Predominantly green in color, from which it gets its common name, it consists of trousers, a beret and a jacket.

Why do I need to know this?

Many will be interested to know that the generally accepted American divisions into ranks by military rank are used not only in military affairs. For example, in the popular military tactical game airsoft, some teams actively use military ranks USA. Therefore, those who are interested in this game will find this information useful, which will help quickly destroy the command.

A Few Reasons to Know About the Differences in Army Military Ranks USA :

1. When you meet a team in airsoft that follows the established NATO ranks, you will know who to eliminate first.
2. By addressing a soldier of these troops correctly by rank, you will amaze him with your broad outlook and high intellectual abilities.
3. When reading literature, historical or fiction, you will clearly know what place the character occupies in the military hierarchy.

Distinguishing marks

The identification of distinguishing marks among military personnel from this army largely depends on the type of army equipment they are wearing. We list where they can be found most often among ordinary soldiers and sergeants:

Now let's talk about how to find rank marks among officers:

Decoding American abbreviations

For those who want to become deeply acquainted with the abundance of ranks in the army USA, this table of ranks with additional abbreviations for those who do not speak English is perfect.

US Army Officers, Air Force US and Marine Corps

Navy officers USA

Privates and sergeants

1 Private-recruit etc. No stripes are provided.

2 Private

3 Private 1st class

4.1 Specialist

4.2 Corporal

5 Sergeant

6 Staff Sergeant

7 Sergeant 1st class

8.1 Master Sergeant

8.2 First sergeant

9.1 Sergeant Major

9.2 Command Sergeant Major

9.3 Sergeant Major (Army)

Warrant - officers

1 Warrant Officer Class 1

2 Chief Warrant Officer Class 2

3 Chief Warrant Officer Class 3

4 Chief Warrant Officer Class 4

5 Chief Warrant Officer Class 5

Officers

1. Brigadier General

1. General

1. General of the armies

An important feature of the US Army is that among military personnel it is not encouraged for a junior subordinate to address a senior official, by rank, as is customary in most other armies. A lower-ranking serviceman calls his immediate superiors succinctly - sir (sir) if he is a man, and mam (ma'am) if he is a woman. Army leaders usually address subordinates either simply by name or according to their rank.

If we talk in more detail about the peculiarities of treatment in the ranks of the US Army, it is based on the principle that a superior serviceman calls his subordinate by the rank group to which he belongs. So, for example, a general calls a senior officer colonel, and lieutenant addresses the sergeant - “sergeant” (sergeant), that is, subgroups of the hierarchy are not taken into account in ordinary communication.

The address of a civilian to a military man follows a similar pattern, the only thing is that if a person wants to emphasize a respectful or close relationship, then he adds - my (May), that is, mine. For example, my sergeant (may sergeant).

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Sleeve insignia of the Special Operations Forces Command. US Army Shoulder Sleeve Insignia Description On a black oval with a 3 16 inch .48cm yellow braided inner border and a 1 8 inch .32cm overedge outer border, 2 5 8 inches 6.67cm in width and 3 1 4 inch 8.26cm in height overall, a yellow finial spearhead with three yellow bands issuing from base. Attached immediately above as an integral part of the insignia, a black arc tab 1 1 16 inches 2.70cm in width

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Sleeve insignia 10 US Army Manpower Command Description On a dark blue shield with a 1 8 inch .32 cm white border, 2 1 2 inches 6.35 cm in width and 3 inches 7.62 cm in height overall, a red saltire surmounted by a yellow vertical sword. Symbolism Dark blue and scarlet are the colors traditionally associated with Personnel units red, white and blue are our National colors. The saltire or crossbuck represents strength and support while simulating

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia Description A white seven pointed star 2 1 4 inches 5.72cm in diameter with one point up pierced by a similar figure 1 1 16 inches 2.70cm in diameter with one point down, all on a dark blue disc background 2 1 2 inches 6.35cm in diameter. Symbolism The design is arbitrarily selected to represent the 7th Corps Area Service Command. White, being a mixture of all colors, has been

Sleeve insignia of the 230th Combat Support and Logistics Brigade, US Army Description A shield-shaped embroidered device, arched at top and edged with a 1 8 inch .32 cm Buff border blazoned as follows Per chevron Azure and Gules, a chevron Argent, overall a sword erect Buff, in chief three mullets in chevron of the third. Overall dimensions are 2 5 8 inches 6.67 cm in width by 3 1 2 inches 8.89 cm in length. Symbolism Red and buff are the colors traditionally used by Sustainment

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia Description A vertical rectangle arched at top and bottom, 3 inches 7.62 cm in height and 2 1 4 inches 5.72 cm in width overall, having within a 1 8 inch .32 cm yellow border a field divided per saltire of yellow and scarlet and between two yellow decrescents at center, two black vertical arrows conjoined, their points upwards. Symbolism Scarlet and yellow

22nd Army Logistics Command sleeve insignia Description On a blue shield 3 inches 7.62 cm in height and 2 inches 5.08 cm in width overall, two yellow quills vertically, side by side, one curved to the left and one to the right, with their points touching two yellow arrowheads in base, within a yellow 1 8 inch .32 cm border. Symbolism The quill is used in heraldry to represent calm, willing performance and was used in ancient times

Sleeve insignia of the 336th Financial Center of the Treasury Service in the USA Shoulder Sleeve Insignia Description On a silver gray disc 2 1 2 inches 6.35 cm in diameter overall with a 1 8 inch .32 cm border a blue fleur-de-lis superimposed by a golden yellow horizontal voided lozenge. Symbolism Silver gray and golden yellow are the colors traditionally associated with Finance units. The blue fleur-de-lis reflects the unit s heritage and area of ​​operation while the lozenge recalls the

Patch of the 8th US Army Medical Brigade Description On a maroon octagon 2 1 2 inches 6.35 cm in height overall bearing a white Greek cross surmounted by a yellow crown of seven points, six points extending beyond the cross all within a 1 8 inch .32 cm white border. Symbolism The Greek cross, a symbol of aid and assistance is used to represent the 8th Medical Brigade. The crown alluding to New York referred to as the Empire State was suggested by the Statue of Liberty

449 US Army Aviation Brigade Patch Description A rectangular embroidered device 3 inches 7.62 cm in height and 2 5 16 inches 5.87 cm in width overall and bowed at top and bottom edges consisting of an ultramarine blue field charged with a white antique sword point down between two golden orange wings upraised and two white lightning flashes issuing from each side, their points meeting in base below the sword tip, all within a 1 8 inch .32 cm golden orange

Oregon National Guard Joint Staff Sleeve Insignia Description On a blue shield with a 1 8 inch .32 cm blue border, 3 inches 7.62 cm in height and 2 5 8 inches 6.67 cm in width, consisting of a yellow demi-sun superimposed by the black silhouette of two diagonally crossed bayonets and at base a white wavy bar, all below a white stylized profile of Mount Hood. Symbolism The colors blue and yellow gold are adapted from the State Flag of Oregon gold

Patch of the 425th US Army Transport Brigade Description On a brick red disc with a 1 8 inch .32 cm golden yellow border 2 1 4 inches 5.72 cm in diameter overall, a central yellow circular band conjoined with four yellow diagonal bands saltirewise throughout bearing eight black billets saltirewise. Symbolism Brick red and golden yellow are colors used for Transportation. The yellow rim with diagonal bands joined by a ring in the center simulates a steering wheel and refers

Patch of the 7th US Army Signal Brigade Description A shield arced at top and base 3 inches 7.62 cm in height and 2 inches 5.08 cm in width overall divided chevronwise blue ultramarine and white, a seven stepped orange area one step in center and three on either side issuing from base onto the white area, in chief two orange diagonal electric flashes with both ends pointed emitting from the top step of the orange stepped area, all within a 1 8 inch .32 cm white border.

71 Ordnance Group Patch. US Army Shoulder Sleeve Insignia Description A cloth insignia 3 1 4 inches 8.26 cm in height and 2 1 8 inches 5.40 cm in width with a 1 8 inch .32 cm Red border, a shield blazoned Sable fimbriated Gules below five mullets arched in chief Gules an aerial bomb descending of the like fimbriated and detailed Or. Symbolism Black represents the asymmetric threat EOD Soldiers are faced with on the battlefield. The red border represents the EOD Soldiers who have

Patch of the US Military Police Command in Panama Patch of the Military Police Command in Hawaii Patch of the 333rd Military Police Brigade of the US Army Description Description On a yellow axe-head shape 3 inches 7.62 cm in height and 2 3 4 inches 6.99 cm in width overall with a 1 8 inch .32 cm green border, a green oak leaf surmounted by a yellow sword, hilt down. Symbolism The ax-head shape of the insignia symbolizes

Patch of the 113th US Army Field Artillery Brigade Description On an oblong scarlet shield arched at top and base, 3 inches 7.62 cm in height and 2 inches 5.08 cm in width overall, a gold cannon barrel slanted left with breech to lower right between a pyramid of six black gunstones and a white hornet striking at the top, all within a 1 8 inch .32 cm gold border. Symbolism Scarlet and yellow are the colors used for Artillery and recall the predecessor's design. The

Group 902 sleeve insignia military intelligence US Army Description An embroidered shield-shaped item blazoned as follows Per fess Sable and Celeste, in chief a sphinx Or and in base a demi-globe of the second, edged and gridlined of the first issuant from the line of division, overall a dagger erect Proper all within a 1 8 inch .32 cm Yellow border. Overall dimensions are 2 1 2 inches 6.35 cm in width and 3 1 8 inches 7.94 cm in length. Symbolism Oriental blue is the color

US Army Corps of Engineers Training Center Fort Leonard Wood sleeve insignia Description On a scarlet lozenge with rounded corners, 2 inches 5.08cm in width and 3 inches 7.62cm in height, a torch surmounted by a castle, all white. Symbolism The colors scarlet and white are traditionally used for the Corps of Engineers. The castle is taken from the Corps of Engineers Insignia. The torch represents the training mission. Background The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved

36 US Army Corps Patch Description On a blue trefoil, 1 1 4 inches 3.18cm circumscribing radius a geometric figure composed of six rays, three short ones forming a triangle , 1 2 inch 1.27cm circumscribing radius, and three long ones, 1 1 8 inches 2.86cm circumscribing radius, alternating, each divided on its radial axis white and red. Symbolism The above described insignia is of arbitrary design, the three parts of the trefoil and the six points of the geometric Among the camouflage used in the armed forces of the United States of America, the USMC United States Marine Corps uniform stands out. The fact is that the Marine Corps is a separate branch of the military; technically it is subordinate to the Navy and has nothing to do with the ground army. And although the Marine Corps is the smallest in terms of the number of personnel, it has its own individual camouflage colors, its own unique cut of the uniform and other equipment features that

Part 1 Rank insignia

Part 2 Wearing rank insignia

Part 3 Indirect signs of ranks

From the author. The only sources for this article were the US Army Manual AR 670-1 (Appearance and Wear of Uniforms and Insignia) 1992 edition as amended as of June 1999 and the official US Army website "Tagd On Line. The Adjutant General Directorate" , where all changes occurring in the uniform and insignia (and not only that) are promptly published. Changes in insignia that occurred after 1999, unless specified in AR 670-1, are taken by the author from this site.
In addition, the author consulted with US Marine Corps Lance Corporal Ilya Lagunov, US Army Major William Snack, and US Army General Dennis Reimer.

Before you start reading about the insignia of US Army officers, you need to remember that:
First. All of the material described below applies only to army officers, and does not apply to officers of the Marine Corps, Air Force, Navy, Coast Guard, although, in general, the appearance of the rank insignia themselves in all branches of the US Armed Forces (US Armed Forces) is the same, including some types of naval officer uniforms. And the differences are more in the order and placement of these signs. So, with a certain degree of caution, you can navigate the insignia of officers (excluding warrant officers!), not only army ones.

Second. The US Army consists of the Active and Reserve Components of the Army, the Army National Guard (ARNG), and the Army Reserve (USAR). There is also a difference, albeit not very significant, in the insignia (mainly different emblems of the military branches and the order of wearing the uniform itself).

Third. The US Army has a category of warrant officers. who can be equated to Russian warrant officers. Those. These are not officers, but they are no longer sergeants. But because Since their uniform completely coincides with the uniform of officers and the wearing of rank insignia is subject to the same rules as that of officers, the author considered it possible to describe in this article not only the insignia of officers, but also warrant officers.

Fourth. The US Army officer corps is divided into three main categories:
1. Company grade officers. These are officers in the ranks from second lieutenant to captain inclusive. This corresponds to the Russian category of junior officers.
2. Field grade officers. These are officers in ranks from major to kennel inclusive. This corresponds to the Russian category of senior officers.
3. General officers. These are, in fact, all American generals. This category corresponds to the Russian category of senior officers (i.e. generals).

To simplify the presentation of the material, the author in the article will adhere to the following terminology:
*officers - this means warrant officers and officers of the first and second categories;
*warrant officers - means only warrant officers;
*junior officers - this means officers of the company category (1);
*senior officers - meaning field category officers (2);
*generals - means only generals (3).

Fifth. Even though there is a difference in the uniforms of male and female officers, their rank insignia is the same. The only difference can be where and how they are placed.

Sixth. IN Russian army The only place to wear rank insignia since 1943 is shoulder straps. In the US Army, officer rank insignia, depending on the specific type of uniform, can be worn on shoulder straps (there are three types of shoulder straps), on muffs worn on shoulder straps, on sleeves, on one side of the collar, and on some headdresses.

Seventh. In the US Army, rank insignia is not divided into dress, casual and field. They are divided into “nonsubdued” and “subdued”.
The first are metal products of silver or golden color, attached to clothing using metal tendrils or images embroidered on fabric with gold or silver thread.
The latter are metal products of matte green, matte black or matte brown, attached to clothing using metal tendrils or images embroidered on the fabric with green, black or brown thread.
For each type of uniform, the wearing of unmuffled or muted insignia is required.
The size of unmuted and muted rank insignia is the same.

Eighth. Quote from Chapter 1-7 AR 670-1:

Simply put, any unauthorized wearing of uniforms or insignia by the U.S. military is a criminal offense. Both U.S. citizens and aliens found illegally wearing these signs upon entering U.S. territory or otherwise coming under U.S. jurisdiction are subject to arrest and trial.

From the author. Gentlemen, Russian artists who played the roles of American officers in Soviet and Russian films, you risk ending up in an American prison. The American Themis does not like to joke, she has no sense of humor. Think about it, before going to America to present you with an Oscar, discuss this with the people inviting you.

The US Army uniform is not divided, as in Russia, into ceremonial, ceremonial-weekend, casual, field and work. It is divided into three main groups:
1.Utility and Selected Organizational Uniforms. This group includes various kinds of special uniforms (flight, for crews of combat vehicles, hospital, kitchen, sports, for pregnant women) and what we call field, and Americans call combat uniform (BDU).
2. Service Uniforms. These are the types of uniforms that we call casual.
3. Dress Uniform. Perhaps this group of forms can be called ceremonial and ceremonial. The largest group of forms. There is a white uniform (something like a day off for the hot summer), and a blue uniform (something like a ceremonial, ceremonial, weekend uniform), and a uniform for dinners, receiving guests, evening and other high-society receptions and receptions.

The rank insignia of officers is described in AR 670-1 chapter 27-6 (fig.27-40 --fig.27-52), generals chapter 27-5 (fig.27-30--27-37)

For reference: 1 inch=2.54 cm.

So.

Warrant officer rank insignia ( Warrant Officer s).

Warrant Office 1 (WO1) The unmuted sign is a silver metal plate 1 1/8" long by 3/8" wide with a black enamel square in the center. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Fastening to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. A subdued badge is a metal plate of the same size in dull olive color with a matte black square in the center (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with dull olive and black threads). Fig. 27-50.

Note. The last time this title was awarded was in 1968. So this rank now exists only nominally.

Chief Warrant Officer 2 (CW2) The unmuted sign is a 1 1/8" long x 3/8" wide silver metal plate with two black enamel squares in the center. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Fastening to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. A subdued badge is a metal plate of the same size in dull olive color with two matte black squares in the center (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with threads in dull olive and black). Fig. 27-49.

Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3) The unmuted sign is a 1 1/8" long x 3/8" wide silver metal plate with three black enamel squares in the center. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Fastening to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. The subdued badge is a metal plate of the same size in dull olive color with three matte black squares in the center (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with threads in dull olive and black). Fig. 27-48.

Chief Warrant Officer 4 (CW4) The unmuted sign is a silver metal plate 1 1/8" long by 3/8" wide with four black enamel squares in the center. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Attached to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. The subdued badge is a metal plate of the same size in dull olive color with four matte black squares in the center (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with threads in dull olive and black). Fig. 27-47.

Chief Warrant Officer 5(CW5) And

Master Warrant Officer 4(MW4)

The unsubdued sign is a 1 1/8" long x 3/8" wide silver metal plate with four silver squares edged with black enamel lines. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Attached to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. The subdued sign is a metal plate of the same size in a dull olive color with four squares of dull olive color bordered by black lines. (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform using dull olive and black threads). Fig. 27-46.

Note. Actually, these two ranks have the same Pay grade - W5, the rank insignia is the same, but the title "Master Warrant Office Fo" is assigned to the most experienced and long-serving employees in the rank of "Chief Warrant Office Fo", but to whom their lower position does not allow you to receive the title of "Chief Warrant Office FIFA".

Insignia of ranks of junior officers (Company Grade Officers).

Second Lieutenant Unmuted Sign - A beveled edged gold metal plate 1" long by 3/8" wide. May be made of gold or other gold-colored metal. Attached to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. A subdued sign is a metal plate of the same size, brown in color (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with brown threads). Fig. 27-45.

Note. The plate is thicker than the Warrant Officer's plate, 1/8 inch shorter and the edges are beveled.

First Lieutenant The Unmuted Sign is a beveled silver metal plate 1" long by 3/8" wide. May be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Attached to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. A subdued sign is a metal plate of the same size in black (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with black threads). Fig. 27-44.

Captain.Non-Muffled Sign - Two silver-colored metal plates, 1" long and 3/8" wide each, with beveled edges, placed parallel with 3/4" between them and connected by two bridges. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Attached to clothing with four metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. The subdued sign is also metal and of the same size, but matte black (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with black thread). Fig. 27-43.

Insignia of ranks of senior officers (Field Grade Officers).

Major The Unsubdued Sign is a metal raised image of an oak leaf, gold-colored metal, 1 1/8 inches high and 1 inch wide. Can be made of gold or other golden-colored metal. Fastening to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. A subdued sign is a metal plate of the same size, brown in color (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with brown threads). Fig. 27-42.

Note. According to the author, this is still a maple leaf, but in the text of AR 670-1 it is written oak leaf, that is, an oak leaf. Maybe in America oak leaves look like this? But to a Russian, it’s more like a maple or horse chestnut leaf.

Lieutenant Colonel The unsubdued sign is a metal raised image of an oak leaf, silver colored metal, 1 1/8 inches high and 1 inch wide. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Fastening to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. A subdued sign is a metal plate of the same size in black (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with black threads). Fig. 27-41.

Note. Not everyone understands this title, although its essence is clear from the name - assistant colonel, i.e. according to our lieutenant colonel. However, the significance of this rank in the US Army is much higher than in the Russian Army. The fact is that in the US army there are very few regiments and there are quite a few officers with the rank of colonel. Battalions are commanded by lieutenant colonels, and the next largest unit, a brigade, is commanded by a brigadier general. So, in terms of importance, a lieutenant colonel in the US Army is sort of like our colonel.
And one more thing. We are accustomed to thinking that gold is higher than silver (an Olympic gold medal is higher than a silver one, a gold ring is more expensive than a silver one). However, among Americans, in terms of distinction of ranks, silver is worth higher than gold (second lieutenant - gold, first lieutenant - silver, major - gold, lieutenant colonel - silver; and general's stars are all silver).

Colonel.The unmuted mark is a metallic silver eagle with wings spread or lowered measuring 3/4" tall and 1 1/2" between wing tips. The head is turned to the right (left) side or looking straight. Can be made of silver or other silver-colored metal. Attached to clothing with two metal tendrils soldered to the back of the sign. The subdued insignia is the same, only the color is black. (can be embroidered on a fabric flap in a color matching the uniform with black threads). The only rank insignia that has a direction. Colonel's eagles should be placed so that the eagle always faces forward. Fig. 27-40.

Insignia of the ranks of General Officers.

General ranks are distinguished by the number of stars placed in the corresponding areas of the uniform. Five-pointed stars of silver color (muted black) are embossed and can be metal (fastened with two metal tendrils) or embroidered with silver (black for muted) thread, one ray looks straight up. You can wear stars in one of two sizes:
*first - the star fits into a circle with a diameter of 1 inch;
*second - the star fits into a circle with a diameter of 7/8 inches.

The general chooses the size of the stars based on the convenience and expediency of placing the stars. Number of stars:
*Brigadier General- 1 star;
*Major General- 2 stars;
*Lieutenant General- 3 stars;
*General- 4 stars.
The distance between the stars is determined depending on the location of the stars, but in all cases the stars are located in a straight line. In some cases, the stars can be connected to each other by jumpers.

The rank of "General" is the highest in the American army. True, there is another, higher rank, “General of the Army,” but this rank is awarded only during war to the Commander-in-Chief of the American Armed Forces and only as a temporary one. He wears five stars placed in a circle, with the rays touching each other. Each star is 3/8" in diameter. Above is the gilded US coat of arms. However, in some cases the coat of arms is not worn (on a cap, a helmet, a hat, on a combat uniform, on a secular uniform).

From the author. The author cannot remember a single case where a woman received this title, and there are few men. So for women, these signs are provided more nominally than in reality. And other general ranks, except brigadier general, are not readily available to women. The fact is that Americans do not throw away general ranks and do not assign them for nothing. For some reason, I didn’t see any conductors of military orchestras, house managers, or factory directors with the rank of general. A general, as a rule, occupies a responsible command position in the US Army, and persons occupying auxiliary positions usually make do with officer ranks, or even without them at all (just civil servants). And nothing, they listen to them. By God, we shouldn’t turn an officer or general rank into something similar to a noble title and distribute them left and right to people who have nothing to do with the army (skater Irina Rodnina, hockey goalkeeper Vladislav Tretyak, deputy Vladimir Zhirinovsky, swindler Yakubovsky, Secretary General Brezhnev etc. etc. etc.). And in modern times, in order to appease the journalists who are kicking the army on their dirty pages, our military leaders, scared to death, assign high ranks to a hundred or two borzopists at once.