How many stars does a Brigadier General's insignia display?

How many stars does a Brigadier General's insignia display?

• A. Two
• B. One
• C. Three
• D. Four

Answer: (B)

Stars on general officer insignia show the rank level. Brigadier General is the entry-level general officer, and it is represented by a single star. Each step up adds a star, so Major General has two, Lieutenant General has three, and General has four. That’s why the Brigadier General’s insignia displays one star.

Stars on general officer insignia show the rank level. Brigadier General is the entry-level general officer, and it is represented by a single star. Each step up adds a star, so Major General has two, Lieutenant General has three, and General has four. That’s why the Brigadier General’s insignia displays one star.