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Définition et Usage
The Swiss Army has 25 military ranks distributed across 4 distinct categories, worn by ~147,000 active military personnel. According to the LAAM (Army and Military Administration Act, Art. 102-110), these ranks establish the command hierarchy and define responsibilities at each level.
"The Swiss rank system guarantees a clear hierarchy and an effective chain of command." - LAAM Art. 102-110
The 4 categories are: soldiers and corporals, non-commissioned officers, junior officers, and senior officers.
Source: vtg.admin.ch - Swiss Army structure
"The Swiss rank system guarantees a clear hierarchy and an effective chain of command." - LAAM Art. 102-110
The 4 categories are: soldiers and corporals, non-commissioned officers, junior officers, and senior officers.
Source: vtg.admin.ch - Swiss Army structure