The rank of captain is generally considered to be the highest rank a soldier can achieve while remaining in the field.

This was a time of communism where rank and social standing were considered western evils.

The rank is considered to be an equivalent of a general of the army.

The rank is considered so important in Japanese culture that in many ways it transcends the sport itself.

However, the two ranks are considered equal.

The rank is considered non-gender specific and therefore applies equally to female soldiers.

These ranks are considered the equivalent to a Marshal:

The rank is considered by many nations to be a direct equivalent of a vice admiral.

Depending on circumstances and the army in question, these ranks may be considered to be equivalent to a full general or to a field marshal.

The ranks described by this term can properly be considered marshal ranks.