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the US Navy has a Fleet Admiral rank which only four people have ever achieved. It includes the unique benefit of active duty pay for life.

Oct 7, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: the US Navy has a ‘Fleet Admiral’ rank which only four people have ever achieved. It includes the unique benefit of active duty pay for life.

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