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.
Star ranking
One-star
A one-star rank is usually the lowest ranking general or flag officer. In many Commonwealth countries, the one-star army rank of Brigadier is considered the highest field officer rank.
Two-star
A two-star rank is usually the second lowest ranking general or flag officer.
Three-star
A three-star rank is usually the third highest general or flag officer.
Four-star
A four-star rank is usually the second highest ranking general or flag officer.
Five-star
A five-star rank is usually the highest ranking general or flag officer. This rank is usually a field marshal, general of the army, admiral of the fleet or marshal of the air force.
Proposed six-star
In the United States Armed Forces, a six-star rank is a proposed rank immediately superior to a five-star rank, possibly to be worn by the General of the Armies or Admiral of the Navy; however, this correlation was never officially recognized by the military or by Congress.
List of countries
See also
Star (classification) Highest military ranks Ranks and insignia of NATO