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Corporal major is a non-commissioned officer military rank, used in some countries.
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The rank of corporal major was introduced on 18 May 1999. One can only be promoted to after serving three years as a first corporal as well as completing a corresponding training course. [1]
While the rank is used in some NATO countries, it is ranked differently depending on the country.
| NATO code | Country [2] | English equivalent | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | US | ||
| OR-6 | Spain | Sergeant | Staff sergeant |
| OR-3 | Italy | Lance corporal | Private first class |
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