Introduction A title of honour or honorary title is a title bestowed upon individuals or organisations as an award in recognition of their merits. Sometimes the title bears the same or nearly the same name as a title of authority, but the person bestowed does not have to carry out any duties, except for ceremonial… Read More
Introduction The honourable title prefix and style of “Colonel” is designated legally for various reasons by US governors in common law to citizens, employees, travellers and visitors within their states. The origins of the titular colonelcy can be traced back to colonial and antebellum times when men of the landed gentry were given the title… Read More
Introduction Colonel (Col) (OF-5) is a rank of the British Army and Royal Marines, ranking below brigadier (OF-6), and above lieutenant colonel (OF-4). British colonels are not usually field commanders; typically they serve as staff officers between field commands at battalion and brigade level. The insignia is two diamond-shaped pips (properly called “Bath Stars”) below… Read More
Introduction Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused by asbestos exposure. It primarily affects the lungs and abdomen. A patient’s recovery can take a long time if they have a weak immune system. Patients must stay active to strengthen their immune system and fight off their disease early and effectively. Let’s briefly explore how regular… Read More
Introduction Major General Sir Nils Olav III, Baron of the Bouvet Islands is a king penguin who resides in Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland. He is the mascot and colonel-in-chief of the Norwegian King’s Guard. The name ‘Nils Olav’ and associated ranks have been passed down through three king penguins since 1972, the current holder being Nils… Read More
Introduction Colonel-in-chief is a ceremonial position in a military regiment. It is in common use in several Commonwealth armies, where it is held by the regiment’s patron, usually a member of the royal family. Some armed forces take a light-hearted approach to the position, appointing animals or characters as colonel-in-chief. The Norwegian Army, for example,… Read More
Introduction Inhaber, or Proprietor, was a term used in the Habsburg military to denote special honours extended to a noble or aristocrat. The Habsburg army was organised on principles developed for the feudal armies in which regiments were raised by a wealthy noble, called the Inhaber (proprietor) who also acted as honorary colonel. Originally, he… Read More
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