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RANK. The order or place in which certain officers are placed in the army and navy, in relation to others, is called their rank.
     2. It is a maxim, that officers of, an inferior rank are bound to obey all the lawful commands of their superiors, and are justified for such obedience.



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It's the first full biography covering Powell's entire life, comes from a Washington Post journalist, and covers his childhood and rise through the ranks of Washington power, considering social issues and personal struggles alike.
It's the first full biography covering Powell's entire life, comes from a Washington Post journalist, and covers his childhood and rise through the ranks of Washington power, considering social issues and personal struggles alike.
By age 20, she was a training manager and part of the new store opening team, and continued to rise through the ranks.
 
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