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Comparative military ranks
Armies,
air forces
(non-Commonwealth)		 Navies,
coast guards		 Air forces
(Commonwealth system)
General officers, Flag officers, Air officers
Marshal or
field marshal		 Admiral of the fleet Marshal of the air force
General or
colonel general or
army general		 Admiral Air chief marshal
Lieutenant general or
army corps general		 Vice admiral Air marshal
Major general or
divisional general		 Rear admiral or
counter admiral		 Air vice-marshal
Brigadier or
brigadier general		 Commodore or
flotilla admiral		 Air commodore
Senior officers
Colonel (Ship-of-the-line)
Captain		 Group captain
Lieutenant colonel Commander or
frigate captain		 Wing commander
Major or
commandant		 Lieutenant
commander or corvette captain		 Squadron leader
Junior officers
Captain Lieutenant Flight lieutenant
First lieutenant or
lieutenant		 Lieutenant
junior grade or
sub-lieutenant		 Flying officer
Second lieutenant or
junior lieutenant		 Ensign or
midshipman		 Pilot officer
Senior NCOs
Warrant officer or
sergeant major		 Warrant officer or
chief petty officer		 Warrant officer
Junior NCOs
Sergeant Petty officer Sergeant
Corporal or
bombardier		 Leading seaman Corporal
Enlisted ranks
Lance corporal or
Lance bombardier or
specialist		 Able seaman Leading aircraftman or
Air specialist
Private or
gunner or
trooper or
Sepoy or
sapper		 Seaman Aircraftman or
airman or
aviator

A lieutenant[a][b] is a junior commissioned officer rank in the armed forces of many nations, as well as fire services, emergency medical services, security services and police forces.

The rank in armies and air forces is often subdivided into subcategories of seniority. In English-speaking navies, lieutenants are often equivalent to the army rank of captain; in other navies, the lieutenants are usually equal to their army counterparts.

Lieutenant may also appear as part of a title used in various other organisations with a codified command structure. It often designates someone who is "second-in-command", and as such, may precede the name of the rank directly above it. For example, a "lieutenant master" is likely to be second-in-command to the "master" in an organisation using both ranks.

Political uses include lieutenant governor in various governments, such as the viceregal representatives of the Crown in Canadian provinces. In the United Kingdom, a lord lieutenant is the sovereign's representative in a county or lieutenancy area, while a deputy lieutenant is one of the lord lieutenant's deputies.

Etymology

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The word lieutenant derives from French; the lieu meaning "place" as in a position (cf. in lieu of); and tenant meaning "holding" as in "holding a position"; thus a "lieutenant" is a placeholder for a superior, during their absence (compare the Latin locum tenens).

In the 19th century, British writers who considered this word either an imposition on the English language, or difficult for common soldiers and sailors, argued for it to be replaced by the calque "steadholder". However, their efforts failed, and the French word is still used, along with its many variations (e.g. lieutenant colonel, lieutenant general, lieutenant commander, flight lieutenant, second lieutenant and many non-English language examples), in both the Old and the New World.[citation needed]

Pronunciation

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Pronunciation of lieutenant as /lɛfˈtɛnənt/ ⓘ lef-TEN-ənt is generally associated with the armies of British Commonwealth countries, while /luːˈtɛnənt/ ⓘ loo-TEN-ənt is generally associated with the United States military.[2] The early history of the pronunciation is unclear; Middle English spellings suggest that both pronunciations may have existed even then.[3] The majority of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century sources show pronunciations with /v/ or /f/, but Bullokar has /liu/.[4]

The rare Old French variant spelling leuf for Modern French lieu ('place') supports the suggestion that a final /u/ of the Old French word was in certain environments perceived as an [f].[3] Furthermore, in Latin, the lingua franca of the era,[when?] the letter ⟨v⟩ is used for both /u/ and /v/. In Royal Naval (RN) tradition—and other English-speaking navies outside the United States—a reduced pronunciation /ləˈtɛnənt/ ⓘ lə-TEN-ənt is used. This is not recognised as current by recent editions of the OED (although the RN pronunciation was included in editions of the OED up until the 1970s).

Military rank

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Lieutenant

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The senior grade of lieutenant is known as first lieutenant in the United States, and as lieutenant in the United Kingdom and the rest of the English-speaking world. In countries that do not speak English, the rank title usually translates as "lieutenant", but may also translate as "first lieutenant" or "senior lieutenant". The Israel Defense Forces rank segen (סגן) literally translates as "deputy", which is equivalent to a lieutenant. In the Finnish military there is a senior lieutenant grade that ranks above lieutenant and second lieutenant but below captain; it does not have an English equivalent. In Germany it is called Oberleutnant (senior lieutenant).

Army rank

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Conventionally, armies and other services or branches that use army-style rank titles have two grades of lieutenant, but a few also use a third, more junior, rank. Historically, the "lieutenant" was the deputy to a "captain", and as the rank structure of armies began to formalise, this came to mean that a captain commanded a company and had several lieutenants, each commanding a platoon. Where more junior officers were employed as deputies to the lieutenant, they went by many names, including second lieutenant, sub-lieutenant, ensign and cornet. Some parts of the British Army, including the Royal Artillery, Royal Engineers and fusilier regiments, used first lieutenant as well as second lieutenant until the end of the 19th century, and some British Army regiments still preserve cornet as an official alternative to second lieutenant.

There is great variation in the insignia used worldwide. In most English-speaking and Arabic-speaking countries, as well as a number of European and South American nations, full lieutenants (and equivalents) usually wear two stars (pips) and second lieutenants (and equivalents) one. An example of an exception is the United States, whose armed forces distinguish their lieutenant ranks with a silver bar for first lieutenant and a gold bar for second lieutenant.

Marine rank

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The United States Marine Corps and British Royal Marines[87] both use army ranks, while many former Eastern-Bloc marine forces retain the naval rank structure. Before 1999 the Royal Marines enjoyed the same rank structure as the army, but at a grade higher; thus a Royal Marine captain ranked with and was paid the same as a British Army major. This historical remnant caused increasing confusion in multi-national operations and was abolished.

Air force rank

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See also: Flight lieutenant

While some air forces use the army rank system, the British Royal Air Force and many other Commonwealth air forces use another rank system in which flight lieutenant ranks with an army captain and naval lieutenant, a flying officer ranks with an army lieutenant and a pilot officer with an army second lieutenant.

In the US Air Force, the Third Lieutenant Program refers specifically to a training program at active duty air force bases for cadets of the Air Force Academy and Air Force ROTC the summer before their fourth and final year before graduation and commissioning. A single silver or subdued pip is used to designate this rank.

The Royal Air Force also has an acting pilot officer designation, the most junior commissioned rank in the British armed forces. It is functionally equivalent to third lieutenant.

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Main article: Lieutenant (navy)
Naval officer ranks
Flag officers
Senior officers
Junior officers

During the early days of the naval rank, a lieutenant might be very junior indeed, or might be on the cusp of promotion to captain; by modern standards, he might rank with any army rank between second lieutenant and lieutenant colonel. As the rank structure of navies stabilized, and the ranks of commander, lieutenant commander and sub-lieutenant were introduced, the naval lieutenant came to rank with an army captain (NATO OF-2 or US O-3).

The insignia of a lieutenant in many navies, including the Royal Navy,[91] consists of two medium gold braid stripes (top stripe with loop) on a navy blue or black background. Where in Myanmar Navy, they're Sub Lieutenant with the insignia of 2 gold stars. This pattern was copied by the United States Navy and various Air Forces for their equivalent ranks grades, except that the loop is removed (see flight lieutenant).

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Lieutenant commander

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Main article: Lieutenant commander

Lieutenants were commonly put in command of smaller vessels not warranting a commander or captain: such a lieutenant was called a "lieutenant commanding" or "lieutenant commandant" in the United States Navy, and a "lieutenant in command" or "lieutenant and commander" in the Royal Navy. The USN settled on "lieutenant commander" in 1862, and made it a distinct rank; the Royal Navy followed suit in March 1914. The insignia of an additional half-thickness stripe between the two full stripes of a lieutenant was introduced in 1877 for a Royal Navy lieutenant of 8 years seniority, and used for lieutenant commanders upon introduction of their rank.[92]

Senior lieutenant

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Main article: Senior lieutenant

First lieutenant

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Main article: First lieutenant

"First lieutenant" in naval use

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The first lieutenant in the Royal Navy and other Commonwealth navies, is a post or appointment, rather than a rank. Historically the lieutenants in a ship were ranked in accordance with seniority, with the most senior being termed the "first lieutenant" and acting as the second-in-command. Although lieutenants are no longer numbered by seniority, the post of "first lieutenant" remains. In minor war vessels, destroyers and frigates the first lieutenant (either a lieutenant or lieutenant-commander) is second in command, executive officer (XO) and head of the executive branch; in larger ships where a commander of the warfare specialization is appointed as the executive officer, a first lieutenant (normally a lieutenant-commander) is appointed as his deputy. The post of first lieutenant in a shore establishment carries a similar responsibility to the first lieutenant of a capital ship.

In the U.S. Navy or U.S. Coast Guard the billet of first lieutenant describes the officer in charge of the deck department or division, depending upon the size of the ship. In smaller ships with only a single deck division, the billet is typically filled by an ensign while in larger ships with a deck department, consisting of multiple subordinate divisions, the billet may be filled by a lieutenant commander. On submarines and smaller Coast Guard cutters the billet of first lieutenant may be filled by a petty officer.

Second lieutenant

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Main article: Second lieutenant

Second lieutenant is usually the most junior grade of commissioned officer. In most cases, newly commissioned officers do not remain at the rank for long before being promoted, and both university graduates and officers commissioned from the ranks may skip the rank altogether.[citation needed]

Third lieutenant

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Main article: Junior lieutenant

Philippines

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The following military and paramilitary services had the grade of third lieutenant: In the American Period, the Philippine Constabulary (PC) and the Philippine Army (PA), for which there was no insignia; During the Japanese period, the Bureau of Constabulary (BOC), whose insignia was a white-metal half-diamond which resembled a "V"; and in the forties, by the Philippine Army and the Philippine Air Force (PAF), during the postcolonial republic

United States rank

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In March 1813, the US Army created the rank of third lieutenant. The rank was used as the entry level officer rank for the Ordnance Department and the Corps of Artillery until March 1821.[93] Throughout the 19th century and until as late as World War II[94] the United States Army sometimes referred to brevet second lieutenants as "third lieutenants". These were typically newly commissioned officers for which no authorized second lieutenant position existed. Additionally, the Confederate States Army also used "third lieutenant", typically as the lowest ranking commissioned officer in an infantry company.

Notably, the United States Revenue Cutter Service used a simple officer rank structure with Captain, First, Second and Third Lieutenants, each of whom had distinct insignia. The title of Third Lieutenant, essentially equal to the rank of ensign, existed until 1915 when the Service became the nucleus of the new United States Coast Guard.[95] Because of the time required to fully establish this organization the rank continued for some time afterwards; the first Coast Guard aviator, Elmer F. Stone, was a third lieutenant until 1918.[96]

Sub-lieutenant

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Main article: Sub-lieutenant

In the Royal Navy, the commissioned rank of mate was created in 1840, and was renamed sub-lieutenant in 1860. In the US Navy, the rank was called master until 1883, when it was renamed lieutenant, junior grade. In many navies, a sub-lieutenant is a naval commissioned or subordinate officer, ranking below a lieutenant, but in Brazil it is the highest non-commissioned rank, and in Spain it is the second highest non-commissioned rank. In Portugal, sub-lieutenant is the rank of a junior naval officer graduated from a civil university or promoted from a NCO rank, while the equivalent rank of an officer graduated in the naval academy is designated midshipman.

Other uses

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Police rank

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Main article: Police rank

France and the French Union

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The first French Lieutenant of Police, Gabriel Nicolas de la Reynie, was appointed in Paris by Louis XIV on 15 March 1667 to command a reformed police force. He was later elevated to Lieutenant-General of Police. In the 17th century, the term "lieutenant" corresponded to "deputy" (i.e. a person appointed to carry out a task). La Reynie was the deputy for policing duties of the Provost of Paris, the ceremonial representative of the King in Paris. In 1995, the rank of lieutenant was introduced in the National Police as the first rank of the police officers scale.

United Kingdom and Commonwealth police forces

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The rank of Lieutenant was formerly used in areas outside of the Metropolitan Police. The adoption of standardized ranks across the United Kingdom has eliminated its use. A number of city and burgh police forces in Scotland used the rank of lieutenant (and detective lieutenant) between inspector and superintendent from 1812 to 1948. It was replaced by the rank of chief inspector.[97] The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (founded 1871) had the rank of lieutenant between staff sergeant and inspector until 1997. In Australia, Queensland's first police force (founded 1864) had second lieutenants and lieutenants between the ranks of sergeant and inspector-general.

United States police forces

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The rank of police lieutenant is used in most medium or large police departments in the United States, where it is one rank above sergeant and two ranks above a regular police officer (three in departments with a corporal rank). It is roughly equivalent to an inspector in the British and Canadian police forces. The usual role of a lieutenant is to carry out administrative duties and assist precinct commanders (normally a captain, or sometimes the local police chiefs). In smaller police departments, they may command a precinct itself. Lieutenants either command a watch (8-hour "shift") of regular officers or a special unit for operations or investigations (like a Robbery-Homicide squad). The typical rank insignia for a lieutenant is a single silver bar (like that of an Army or Marine Corps First Lieutenant) or a single gold bar (like that of an Army or Marine Corps Second Lieutenant). Some police departments split the rank of lieutenant into two separate grades.

Other nations

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Fire services rank

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Main article: Firefighter Ranks

Singapore

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In the Singapore Civil Defence Force, the rank of lieutenant (LTA) is the second-lowest commissioned rank. The rank insignia of LTA is two pips.[98]

Political titles

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Canada

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In Canada, the representative of the Canadian monarch in each province is called the Lieutenant Governor. The Lieutenant Governor exercises all the royal prerogative powers that the monarch holds.

France

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In French history, "lieutenant du roi" was a title borne by the officer sent with military powers to represent the king in certain provinces. It is in the sense of a deputy that it has entered into the titles of more senior officers, lieutenant general and lieutenant colonel.

Spain

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Similar to other monarchies, in Spain existed the office of "lugarteniente" (Luogotenente), a King's representative with some royal powers such us government and justice. The last person to hold the office was Cardinal Luis Manuel Fernández de Portocarrero, who served as Lieutenant General of the Realm (regent) from 1 November 1700 to 18 February 1701.

In more recent times, the title of lieutenant has been used to refer to the second-in-command of an institution. For example, in the Spanish Public Prosecutor's Office, the second to the Attorney General is the Lieutenant Attorney of the Supreme Court. Likewise, in many Spanish municipalities, there is the position of the Lieutenant Mayor (teniente de alcalde, commonly translated as deputy mayor).

United Kingdom

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The British monarch's representatives in the counties of the United Kingdom are called Lords Lieutenant. The Lord Lieutenant of Ireland performed the function of viceroy in Ireland.

United States

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The Lieutenant Governor is an official in state governments of 45 out of 50 United States. In most cases, the lieutenant governor is the highest officer of state after the governor, standing in for the governor when they are absent from the state or temporarily incapacitated. In the event a governor dies, resigns, or is removed from office, the lieutenant governor typically becomes governor.

In the United States, a governor serves as the chief executive officer and commander-in-chief in each of the fifty states and in the five permanently inhabited territories, functioning as both head of state and head of government therein.

Other organisations

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The Boys' Brigade

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Leaders, or officers of the Boys' Brigade, particularly in the United Kingdom, are ranked as lieutenants after having completed their formal training, before which they are ranked as warrant officers. Officers serving in staff or command posts are awarded the "brevet" rank of captain, these officers then revert to their lieutenancy after having completed their tour of duty.

National Civil Defence Cadet Corps

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The rank of cadet lieutenant (CLT) is given to officer cadet trainees who have passed their officer's course. The rank insignia of CLT is a pip and a bar below it. CLTs may be promoted to the rank of senior cadet lieutenant (S/CLT), which has a rank insignia of a pip and two bars below it.[99]

The Salvation Army

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The Salvation Army also uses lieutenant to denote first time officers, or clergymen/women.

See also

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Notes

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References

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A lieutenant is a junior commissioned officer rank in the armed forces of many nations, denoting an individual empowered to act as a deputy or substitute for a higher-ranking official, such as a captain. The term derives from the Middle French lieu tenant, literally "place holder," reflecting the role's origin as a stand-in for a commander during absence or delegation of duties. In army and land forces, the rank typically encompasses second lieutenant as the entry-level commissioned position, responsible for leading small units like platoons under supervision, and first lieutenant as a slightly senior grade focused on tactical execution and personnel management. Naval usage differs, where lieutenant corresponds to the O-3 pay grade, equivalent in authority to an army captain, often involving department head roles on ships. Variations exist across countries, with equivalent ranks and insignia adapted to national traditions, but the core function remains that of bridging enlisted leadership and higher command structures.

Definition and Role

Core Definition

A lieutenant is a rank employed in forces of many nations, denoting an authorized to command small tactical units, such as platoons, and to act in a capacity to superior officers. This rank embodies the foundational level of commissioned leadership, distinguishing it from non-commissioned roles by granting formal authority derived from a commission, typically requiring a degree or equivalent training and emphasizing tactical execution over strategic planning. In ground forces, including armies and , the lieutenant rank aligns with code OF-1, positioning it immediately above warrant officers and senior non-commissioned officers but subordinate to the (OF-2). The responsibilities inherent to the rank prioritize operational oversight, including , enforcement, and mission coordination at the subunit level, with lieutenants often serving as leaders who report to commanders. In naval contexts, the rank assumes a more senior equivalence to OF-2, comparable to an army captain, due to the specialized demands of shipboard command and historical divergences in service hierarchies, where lieutenants may oversee divisions or act as department heads. This dual application underscores the rank's adaptability across branches, though its precise duties vary by national and operational theater.

Responsibilities and Hierarchical Function

In military organizations adhering to NATO standards, the lieutenant rank functions as an entry-level commissioned officer position within the OF-1 , situated hierarchically above non-commissioned officers such as sergeants and any probationary or sub-ranks, while subordinate to the (OF-2). This placement assigns lieutenants primary operational responsibility for a —a tactical subunit typically comprising 20 to 50 personnel—within a commanded by a , enabling decentralized execution of missions while maintaining chain-of-command accountability to higher echelons. Core responsibilities encompass tactical leadership, including planning and directing movements, synchronizing , and integrating during operations, as delineated in U.S. Army for and mechanized units. Lieutenants conduct troop-leading procedures—such as receiving missions, analyzing terrain, issuing warnings, and rehearsing actions—to ensure and mission accomplishment, while overseeing the welfare, discipline, and of subordinates through training cycles and evaluations. In practice, this involves daily administration of equipment maintenance, personnel accountability, and reporting, with emphasis on fostering and ethical conduct under conditions. The role demands direct engagement in and at the small-unit level, where lieutenants maneuver squads, allocate resources, and adapt to dynamic threats, thereby bridging strategic directives from or commanders with ground-level execution. Variations exist by branch and nation; for instance, in armored or platoons, duties extend to coordinating specialized assets like vehicles or fire missions, but the foundational emphasis remains on building combat-effective teams capable of independent action within larger formations.

Etymology

Linguistic Derivation

The term "lieutenant" entered English in the late 14th century as a borrowing from Old French lieutenant, denoting a deputy or substitute who acts in the stead of a superior. This compound word combines lieu ("place," derived from Latin locum, the accusative of locus meaning "place" or "position") with tenant (a present participle form of tenir, "to hold," from Latin tenēre, "to hold" or "to keep"). Literally translated, it signifies "place-holding" or "one who holds the place [of another]," reflecting the role's function as a placeholder for authority. In , lieutenant initially served as a general term for any or agent before acquiring specialized connotations in the , aligning with the emergence of structured command hierarchies in European armies. The Latin roots underscore a semantic emphasis on substitution and continuity of command: locus implied a fixed position or stead, while tenēre connoted active possession or maintenance, evoking the deputy's duty to sustain the superior's authority in their absence. This etymological structure parallels other Romance-language equivalents, such as Italian tenente or Spanish teniente, which similarly derive from tenēre and denote holding a position.

Pronunciation and Regional Variations

In , the rank "lieutenant" is pronounced as /luːˈtɛnənt/, rhyming with "beauty tenant," reflecting a closer alignment to the original French of "lieu tenant" (place holder). This pronunciation became standardized in the United States by the , diverging from earlier English conventions to emphasize the spelling's "ieu" . In and most nations, including , , and , it is pronounced /lɛfˈtɛnənt/, with the initial syllable as "lef," a holdover from adaptations around 1475 where older spellings like "luff-tenant" or "leeftenant" influenced the sound. This form persists in contexts across these regions, though civilian usage in may occasionally adopt the American variant due to media influence. The divergence arose from 18th-century phonetic reforms in America, which prioritized the French-derived "lieu" over the anglicized "lef" that had evolved in by the 14th century, leading to mutual perceptions of the other's form as nonstandard in formal military address. In practice, speakers often adjust based on context, such as using the local military norm when addressing ranks abroad to avoid confusion.

Historical Development

Medieval and Early Modern Origins

The lieutenant rank emerged in high medieval amid feudal , where monarchs summoned vassals to form temporary companies of troops without standing armies. Captains, typically nobles leading these units of mixed such as spearmen and archers, appointed deputies known as lieutenants to assume command during their absences, ensuring operational continuity in campaigns. This deputy's role reflected the practical demands of feudal hierarchies, where authority was delegated from lords to subordinates managing contingents on the . The term "lieutenant" derives from Old French lieu tenant, literally "place holder" or , combining lieu ("place") and tenant ("holding," from Latin tenēre), denoting a substitute who acted locum tenēns in place of a superior. In contexts, it signified an next in rank to a , a usage appearing in English by the 1570s, though the concept predated formal adoption in French-speaking armies rooted in medieval practices. During the , from the late 15th to 17th centuries, the rank formalized as European states transitioned to semi-professional forces amid the and wars. Lieutenants evolved into standardized second-in-commands within regimented companies of 50 to 200 soldiers, assisting captains in drills, administration, and combat while adapting to larger tactical units like platoons in some continental armies. This shift paralleled the decline of pure feudal levies, with lieutenants often commissioned nobles or gentlemen, embodying the growing professionalism that distinguished early modern militaries from medieval ad hoc assemblies.

Adoption in English-Speaking Militaries

The rank of lieutenant emerged in English military structures during the , influenced by French terminology and organizational practices introduced through conflicts like the (1337–1453), where English forces encountered the role of a captain's deputy in company commands. By the , it had become a formalized position in the , typically serving as the to a in companies of 100–200 soldiers, responsible for tactical execution when the captain was absent or engaged elsewhere. This adoption aligned with broader professionalization efforts, including the establishment of the in 1645 under the Parliamentarians during the English Civil Wars (1642–1651), where lieutenants were standard regimental officers assisting captains and often leading subunits in battle; records from this era document lieutenants in both foot and horse regiments, marking a shift from deputies to permanent ranks. The rank's and responsibilities evolved incrementally, with lieutenants initially distinguished by sashes or gorgets rather than modern pips, reflecting the era's emphasis on field command over administrative hierarchy. English-speaking colonial and successor militaries adopted the rank directly from British precedents. The Continental Army, formed on June 14, 1775, at the outset of the , incorporated lieutenants as entry-level commissioned officers in its regimental structure, mirroring British company-grade roles to ensure familiarity among recruits experienced in colonial militias. Post-independence, armies in (formalized 1855 via influences), (1901 forces), and other nations retained the lieutenant as a or commander, with minimal variations until 20th-century reforms standardized second lieutenants as probationary entrants below full lieutenants in most ground forces. This continuity underscored the rank's utility in maintaining command continuity at the tactical level across English-speaking forces.

Modern Standardization and Reforms

The formation of the in 1949 marked a pivotal shift toward international standardization of military ranks to enhance among allied forces. Amid tensions and the need for coordinated operations, developed Standardization Agreements (STANAGs) to align procedures, equipment, and personnel grades across member states. STANAG 2116, titled "NATO Codes for Grades of Military Personnel," established a codified classifying officer ranks from OF-1 (junior officers, including lieutenants) to OF-10 (highest generals), with equivalents mapped to national titles such as "" in English-speaking armies or "" in German forces. Ratified by nations like on January 19, 1971, the agreement's editions, including the third by the early 1970s and fifth referenced in 1978, provided a neutral framework for rank comparison without altering domestic structures, thereby reducing confusion in joint commands. National reforms complemented these efforts, refining lieutenant roles for modern warfare's demands. In the United States Army, early 20th-century personnel acts, building on experiences with mass mobilization, formalized promotion paths from (entry-level, typically after ) to after 18-24 months of service, emphasizing leadership training and combat readiness over mere seniority. Similar adjustments occurred in armies, where post-World War II demobilization led to standardized and pay grades aligned loosely with codes, ensuring lieutenants served as platoon leaders with clear authority chains. These changes prioritized empirical efficiency—drawing from wartime data on and command effectiveness—over traditional hierarchies, though variations persisted in non-NATO forces. By the late , STANAG 2116's influence extended beyond through partnerships, influencing rank equivalences in operations like those in the during the 1990s, where multinational battalions relied on the OF-1 designation for coordination. Updates to the agreement reflected evolving force structures, incorporating inputs from simulations and conflicts, but core lieutenant definitions remained stable as causal links to platoon-level tactics proved resilient. This standardization mitigated risks of miscommunication in diverse coalitions, supported by data from joint exercises showing improved operational tempo.

Military Ranks

Ground Forces Usage ( and )

In and structures, the rank of lieutenant designates junior commissioned officers who typically command platoons of 20 to 50 soldiers, focusing on tactical leadership, training, and operational execution. These officers bridge enlisted personnel and higher command, ensuring unit readiness and mission accomplishment through direct supervision and coordination. In the United States Army, the rank is divided into (O-1), the entry-level commissioned rank upon completion of officer , and (O-2), achieved after approximately 18 to 24 months of service. s often serve as leaders, managing day-to-day operations, welfare, and basic , while s may lead specialized weapons s or act as executive officers assisting company commanders with administrative and logistical duties. Promotion to requires demonstrated leadership competence, with responsibilities expanding to include advising on status, , and integration of higher directives into unit activities. The employs identical officer ranks to the for ground forces roles, with second lieutenants (O-1) and first lieutenants (O-2) fulfilling platoon leadership positions in , , or support units. Marine lieutenants emphasize skills, conducting training and maintaining combat readiness for rapid deployment, often in austere environments. Their duties mirror Army counterparts but incorporate amphibious and littoral operations, with first lieutenants potentially serving as company executive officers to oversee personnel accountability and equipment maintenance. Within NATO frameworks, the rank corresponds to the OF-1 grade, standardizing it across member armies for , where it represents the initial tier of substantive command authority below (OF-2). vary by nation but commonly feature one or two bars or pips, as seen in Belgian Land Component usage with a single silver bar for OF-1 designation. This equivalence facilitates joint operations, though specific responsibilities adapt to national doctrines, such as command in maneuver units. In naval forces, the rank of lieutenant denotes a junior commissioned officer position, typically equivalent to NATO code OF-2 or OF-3, positioned between lieutenant junior grade (or sub-lieutenant) and lieutenant commander. The term derives from the French "lieu tenant," signifying a deputy or placeholder for the captain, reflecting its origin as the officer deputizing for the commanding officer during absences or watches on sailing vessels. This role emphasized practical seamanship and command of ship divisions, evolving from warrant officer status in early modern navies to a full commissioned rank by the 18th century. Historically, the rank emerged in the during the , where lieutenants managed deck watches and gunnery, often commanding smaller vessels under a 's oversight. By 1775, the Continental adopted it as a core grade, with lieutenants responsible for tactical execution during engagements, such as at the on October 11, 1776, where they coordinated gun crews on makeshift fleets. In 1794, U.S. legislation formalized lieutenant as a rank below , authorizing appointments for frigates and sloops, where incumbents handled navigation, discipline, and combat readiness. British influence persisted, with lieutenants earning promotion via examinations on gunnery and signals, as standardized post-1747 regulations requiring sea time and merit-based advancement. In contemporary navies, particularly the U.S. Navy, lieutenants (pay grade O-3) serve as division officers on surface ships and submarines, overseeing 20-50 personnel in areas like engineering, weapons, or operations, with responsibilities including training, maintenance, and mission planning. Insignia consists of two gold sleeve stripes or shoulder boards with two half-stripes, adopted in 1862 for uniformity, distinguishing it from the single stripe of lieutenant junior grade. Promotion to lieutenant typically occurs after 3-4 years of service, following ensign and lieutenant junior grade, with selection boards evaluating performance in leadership billets, such as qualifying as officer of the deck. In the Royal Navy and Commonwealth forces, the rank aligns similarly, though "first lieutenant" often designates the executive officer on smaller ships, a departmental head role rather than a distinct grade. Variations exist across navies; for instance, some non-English-speaking forces equate lieutenant to army (OF-1), but English-speaking traditions maintain parity with army captain due to historical naval precedence over land ranks in command authority at sea. In wartime expansions, such as , the U.S. temporarily commissioned thousands of lieutenants for amphibious and aviation duties, peaking at over 50,000 officers in 1945 to meet carrier and destroyer needs. Modern reforms, including the 2019 U.S. talent management initiatives, emphasize technical specialization for lieutenants in cyber and unmanned systems, reflecting causal shifts from sail-era tactics to integrated warfare domains.

Air Force Usage

In air forces adopting ground force-derived rank structures, denotes junior commissioned officers at officer grades OF-1 and OF-2. The employs (O-1) as the entry-level rank for graduates of the Academy, ROTC, or Officer Training School, with promotion to (O-2) occurring after approximately 24 months of service or upon achieving certain milestones like squadron commander recommendations. These officers typically lead flights, serve as executive officers, or fill staff roles in squadrons, with consisting of a single for and a single silver bar for on shoulder boards and epaulets. The Royal Canadian Air Force mirrors this usage, assigning and ranks to junior officers in alignment with standards, where second lieutenants often undergo initial operational training before assuming - or flight-level leadership. Promotion timelines parallel those in the U.S., emphasizing performance evaluations and time-in-grade requirements. Other air forces, such as the Royal Air Force, diverge by using aviation-specific nomenclature: pilot officer (OF-1, equivalent to second lieutenant) and flying officer (OF-2, equivalent to first lieutenant), reflecting historical Royal Flying Corps influences rather than direct lieutenant adoption post-World War I. This variation highlights non-uniformity in NATO air forces, where lieutenant appears in U.S.-influenced or bilingual systems but equivalents prevail in Commonwealth aviation traditions.

Variant Forms (e.g., Second Lieutenant, Lieutenant Commander)

In ground forces such as the , the rank of (pay grade O-1) serves as the entry-level commissioned officer position, typically assigned to lead platoon-sized elements of 16 to 44 soldiers alongside a , focusing on initial leadership training and tactical execution. This rank is held by newly commissioned officers, often graduates of academies, ROTC, or , with promotion to (O-2) occurring after 18 to 24 months of service, at which point the officer assumes greater responsibilities such as serving as for a or leading specialized platoons. The distinction reflects increasing experience, with first lieutenants handling more administrative and operational oversight compared to the primarily learning-oriented role of second lieutenants. In naval forces, variants extend the lieutenant designation across junior and mid-level officers. The lieutenant (junior grade) (O-2) acts as an intermediate step between ensign (O-1) and full lieutenant (O-3), often involving division officer duties on ships or staff roles ashore, with promotion from ensign typically after two years. The full lieutenant rank then commands departments or divisions on larger vessels, equivalent to an army captain in seniority. Advancing to (O-4), an officer equivalent to an army major, entails mid-level command responsibilities, such as department head on cruisers or on destroyers, originating from historical practices where senior lieutenants commanded smaller warships and were termed "lieutenant commanding" by the early . These variants align with standardization under the OF-1 to OF-4 officer grades, where corresponds to junior OF-1 roles, to senior OF-1 or junior OF-2, and to OF-4, though national implementations vary—for instance, some consolidate lieutenant ranks into a single OF-1 without subdividing into "second" and "first." In air forces like the U.S. , second and first lieutenant ranks mirror usage for similar leadership progression in squadrons. Responsibilities across variants emphasize delegation from non-commissioned officers in junior forms, evolving to direct in senior ones, with pay and authority scaling accordingly under U.S. federal guidelines.

Law Enforcement and Emergency Services

Police Ranks

In police departments, the rank of typically occupies a mid-level supervisory position, positioned immediately above and below in the hierarchical structure. often command shifts, divisions, or specialized units such as patrol, investigations, or traffic services, overseeing , officers, and detectives to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with departmental policies. This rank emerged as part of the organization of American , mirroring command chains to facilitate and chain-of-command clarity in urban policing models established in the . Responsibilities of a police lieutenant emphasize administrative oversight and tactical , including planning daily operations, assigning personnel, reviewing reports, managing budgets for units, and representing the department in community or inter-agency meetings. In larger agencies, lieutenants may supervise entire watch shifts or squads focused on areas like narcotics or , while in smaller departments or sheriff's offices, they might act as acting chiefs or handle multifaceted roles such as and personnel evaluations. Uniform for the rank commonly features a single silver bar, denoting executive within a division. Promotion to lieutenant generally requires prior service as a , often with a minimum of several years in lower ranks, combined with passing competitive examinations, oral interviews, and performance assessments demonstrating competence. Many departments mandate or prefer postsecondary education, such as an associate's or in or related fields, alongside verifiable experience in high-stress operations and adherence to equal standards in decisions. In sheriff's departments, lieutenants may additionally require certification in areas like or advanced patrol tactics. While the lieutenant rank is standard in U.S. municipal and county , it is less common internationally; for instance, British police forces use as the equivalent supervisory grade above , reflecting distinct non-militarized traditions. Variations exist across U.S. agencies, where some rural or specialized units (e.g., troops) assign lieutenants to barracks-level command, emphasizing shift-wide accountability for crime suppression and resource allocation.

Fire and Rescue Services

In fire and rescue services, particularly in the United States, the rank of lieutenant represents the entry-level supervisory position, positioned above firefighter or engineer and below captain. Lieutenants oversee the operations of a specific company, such as an engine, truck, or rescue unit, managing personnel assignments, equipment readiness, and tactical decisions during emergency responses including fire suppression, medical incidents, and hazardous material events. This role emerged as fire departments professionalized in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, adopting paramilitary structures to ensure disciplined command chains amid growing urban fire risks, with formal lieutenant positions documented in departments like Paterson, New Jersey, by 1906. At emergency scenes, lieutenants often serve as initial incident commanders, directing hose lines, efforts, and until relieved by higher ranks, while also conducting post-incident investigations and equipment maintenance. In non-emergency capacities, they supervise shift schedules, enforce safety protocols, and lead drills, requiring candidates to possess at least 4-5 years of experience, certifications such as Fire Officer I, and demonstrated in simulations or prior roles. Compensation varies by jurisdiction but typically ranges from $70,000 to $100,000 annually, reflecting supervisory duties and exposure to risks like structural collapses or toxic exposures. Internationally, the lieutenant rank appears in select English-influenced systems, such as certain Canadian municipal departments where it mirrors U.S. responsibilities for company-level command, but is rare elsewhere due to differing —e.g., "watch manager" in the or "sub-officer" in parts of —stemming from localized traditions rather than uniform military borrowing. In volunteer or rural services adopting U.S. models, lieutenants may handle additional administrative tasks like budgeting for apparatus upkeep, underscoring the rank's adaptability to resource constraints while prioritizing operational efficacy over rigid hierarchy.

Political Titles

Lieutenant Governors

In the United States, lieutenant governors serve as the second-highest executive official in 45 states, succeeding to the governorship upon the governor's death, resignation, removal, or temporary absence from the state, as delineated in state constitutions and statutes. Their duties often include presiding over the state senate as its president, casting tie-breaking votes, and leading legislative committees, though specific powers vary by state; for instance, in , the lieutenant governor acts as senate president and assumes gubernatorial responsibilities during the governor's out-of-state travel or incapacity. Election methods differ: in 18 states, lieutenant governors run jointly with governors on the same ticket, while in others, such as Georgia, they are elected independently, sometimes from a different , which can lead to divided executive leadership. In Canada, lieutenant governors represent the monarch as the viceregal in each of the 10 provinces, appointed by the governor general on the advice of the prime minister for terms typically lasting five years, though extensions occur. Their role is largely ceremonial and constitutional, encompassing granting royal assent to provincial bills, summoning and proroguing legislatures, and delivering the speech from the throne, while ensuring government accountability through reserve powers exercised only in crises, such as refusing improper cabinet advice. Unlike U.S. counterparts, Canadian lieutenant governors do not engage in partisan politics post-appointment and focus on promoting provincial identity, hosting dignitaries, and supporting charities, with no direct legislative presiding role. The title traces to British colonial , where lieutenant governors deputized for governors in administering sub-territories, a practice adapted in after independence; in the U.S., the office emerged in state constitutions from the late to provide succession stability, while Canada's formalized it under the 1867 Constitution Act for provincial representation of . Elsewhere, employs lieutenant governors for union territories, appointed by the president to administer central territories like and Puducherry, exercising executive powers akin to governors but with parliamentary oversight. In the Isle of Man, the lieutenant governor represents the monarch as , assenting to laws and advising on policy within the crown dependency's self-governing framework. These roles underscore the lieutenant governor's function as a stabilizing , varying from elected political actors to appointed ceremonial figures based on constitutional design.

Lord Lieutenants and Ceremonial Roles

The office of serves as the British monarch's personal representative in each of the 's lieutenancy areas, a role that originated in the reign of during the 1540s when lords-lieutenant were commissioned to assume the sheriff's military responsibilities, including mustering forces, suppressing unrest, and coordinating defenses against invasion. As standing armies developed and local militias were reformed—particularly after the Militia Act 1852 transferred training duties to professionals—the position evolved from active command into a ceremonial function by the late , retaining symbolic authority over honorary roles like high sheriffs and justices of the peace. Today, the maintains 98 such positions across (48 lieutenancies), (8), (38), and (4), with boundaries aligned to ceremonial counties since the Lieutenancies Act 1997. Appointments are made by the sovereign via on the advice of the , typically selecting individuals of stature from diverse backgrounds without regard to political affiliation, though traditionally favoring those with local ties; incumbents serve honorarily until reaching age 75, , or removal for cause, and may appoint up to a dozen deputy lieutenants to assist in duties. The role remains strictly non-executive and apolitical, focused on fostering civic pride and voluntary service rather than , with lord-lieutenants receiving no but entitled to an or allowance in some cases. Ceremonial responsibilities include organizing and escorting visits by the or other royals, presenting honors such as the King's Award for Voluntary Service, Medals, and Elizabeth Crosses on the sovereign's behalf, and participating in citizenship ceremonies, military parades, and commemorations like . Lord-lieutenants also nominate candidates for national honors, chair advisory committees on local awards, and serve as patrons or presidents for charities, emergency services, and cadet forces, promoting community cohesion without executive power. In practice, they liaise with armed forces units for ceremonial events, such as freedom of the county parades, and support benevolent organizations, embodying the Crown's local presence amid declining monarchical influence in daily affairs.

Other Uses

Paramilitary and Youth Organizations

In youth organizations with military-style training programs, such as the (JROTC), earn the rank of lieutenant as an entry-level commissioned officer position to develop leadership skills. JROTC, administered by the U.S. Department of Defense in partnership with high schools, includes Cadet Second Lieutenant (C/2LT) as the initial officer rank, typically requiring demonstrated leadership potential, followed by Cadet First Lieutenant (C/1LT) for those advancing in company-level responsibilities like command during drills and exercises. These ranks mirror active-duty structures across , , , and Marine Corps JROTC units, with promotions based on evaluations in academics, , and tactical simulations, preparing participants for potential . The (CAP), the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. , employs similar lieutenant ranks in its cadet program for individuals aged 12 to 21, emphasizing aerospace education, emergency services, and character development. Second Lieutenant (C/2d Lt) is awarded as the first officer grade upon completing milestone achievements, including exams and physical standards, while First Lieutenant (C/1st Lt) follows after further progression in squadron operations, such as search-and-rescue missions or flight familiarization. CAP cadet lieutenants often lead small teams in real-world auxiliary roles, like support, distinguishing the program from purely recreational youth groups by integrating quasi-paramilitary discipline. In contexts, rank appears in organizations adopting hierarchies, though usage varies by and avoids formal commissioning. Historical examples include Nazi Germany's (SA), where ranks like SA-Sturmführer served equivalents to platoon-level lieutenants, overseeing street-level enforcement and propaganda units with paralleling officers. Modern private contractors (PMCs) frequently assign lieutenant-equivalent roles to mid-level operators based on combat experience, akin to O-1/O-2 pay grades, though titles may blend corporate and tactical designations rather than strict nomenclature. These applications prioritize operational command over ceremonial status, reflecting paramilitary emphasis on flexibility outside state .

Religious and Fraternal Contexts

In the , a Protestant Christian denomination established in on July 2, 1865, by and , ordained known as officers are assigned military-style ranks to reflect the organization's structured approach to , social welfare, and hierarchical command. Upon completing a two-year training period as cadets at one of the denomination's international training colleges, graduates are commissioned as lieutenants, marking their entry into full-time ministry. Lieutenants typically serve in entry-level roles, such as corps officers overseeing local worship centers and community programs, with a mandatory five-year commitment to further professional development before potential promotion to . This rank structure, modeled after conventions, emphasizes discipline and rapid deployment for charitable missions, with lieutenants often managing budgets, staff, and outreach initiatives in under-resourced areas. The , a Catholic lay founded circa 1048 and recognized as a sovereign entity under , employs the title "Lieutenant of the Grand Master" as a provisional leadership position. This role, appointed or elected by the Sovereign Council during vacancies, interim periods, or transitions following the death, resignation, or impediment of the Prince and Grand Master, governs the order's humanitarian, medical, and diplomatic activities worldwide. For instance, on November 8, 2020, Fra' Marco Luzzago was elected to this position, exercising full executive authority until a new Grand Master could be installed, as stipulated in the order's constitutional charter revised in 1997. The lieutenant collaborates with the Sovereign Council, comprising professed knights and elected officials, to direct operations in over 120 countries, focusing on aid to refugees, hospitals, and disaster relief without proselytizing. In fraternal organizations, the rank of lieutenant appears in uniformed branches adopting military hierarchies for ceremonial and charitable purposes. The Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), an international fraternal society originating in the United States in 1819, incorporates the Patriarchs Militant as its highest degree and uniformed division, where members progress through ranks including lieutenant to foster brotherhood, mutual aid, and patriotic drills. In IOOF cantons (local units of the Patriarchs Militant), the lieutenant rank, often denoted by specific insignia such as a circle with two bars, supports command structures led by higher officers like majors and colonels, emphasizing ritualistic formations and community service projects. This military-inspired framework, established in the late 19th century, distinguishes the Patriarchs Militant from the order's core lodge and encampment degrees, requiring prior advancement to third degree for eligibility.

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