Since the head of the Libyan state holds only the rank of Colonel, does that country's armed forces have any generals? Why has Colonel Gaddafi never promoted himself?

He might be a Kentucky Colonel, in Kentucky the Governor can bestow the title 'Colonel' on an honorary basis to any citizen. So you can acquire the rank of Colonel (without any as ...
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Indian Army Confers Honorary Lt Colonel Rank on Neeraj Chopra: Must Read!

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra has made history again by being conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He received this honorary rank by the Indian Army on October 24, 2025. In a ...
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Army veteran reveals how MS Dhoni proved him wrong to earn the honorary Lt. Colonel rank

MS Dhoni, former India captain, holds an honorary Lieutenant Colonel rank in the Indian Army. Initially met with skepticism, ...