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Military ranks query
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Vanessa | Report | 25 Sep 2004 11:17 |
Following on from my dilemma whether to purchase a medal card for my grandfather (or not my grandfather!) I notice his rank is stated as Pioneer. What is this please? |
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Daniel | Report | 25 Sep 2004 11:21 |
It is a non-comissioned rank in the army. http://www*diggerhistory.info/pages-reference/glossary_of_ranks*htm |
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Vanessa | Report | 25 Sep 2004 11:24 |
Many thanks! I shall investigate that website. |
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Seasons | Report | 25 Sep 2004 11:35 |
Equivalent of a private Have different titles according to which regiment they are in. |
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Vanessa | Report | 25 Sep 2004 11:39 |
Thanks. At least pioneer sounds a lot better than private! |
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Paul | Report | 25 Sep 2004 16:24 |
As has been said, Pioneer was the equivalent of a Private soldier. Others incude:- Gunner Trooper Gaurdsman Sapper Signalman Craftsman Driver Paul |