What is the highest military rank in U.S. history that has been held by only three individuals?
General of the Army
Five-Star General
General of the Armies
Supreme Allied Commander
Fact: The rank of General of the Armies is the highest possible military rank and has been conferred only three times in U.S. history. John J. Pershing first received the title in 1919 for his leadership during World War I. George Washington was posthumously promoted to the rank in 1976 to ensure he would forever remain the nation’s most senior military officer. Ulysses S. Grant was posthumously granted the rank in 2022, recognizing his role as the Union’s top commander during the Civil War. Unlike the five-star rank of “General of the Army,” the designation “General of the Armies” stands above all others.
Correct Answer: General of the Armies