Military star ranking
Military star ranking is military terminology, used in mainly English speaking countries, to describe general and flag officers. Within NATO's armed forces, the stars are equal to OF-6–10.[1]
Star ranking[edit]
One-star[edit]
A one-star rank is usually the lowest ranking general or flag officer.[2] In many Commonwealth countries, the one-star army rank of Brigadier is considered the highest field officer rank.[3]
Two-star[edit]
A two-star rank is usually the second lowest ranking general or flag officer.[4]
Three-star[edit]
A three-star rank is usually the third highest general or flag officer.[5]
Four-star[edit]
A four-star rank is usually the highest or second highest ranking general or flag officer.[6]