Reranking Military Ranks: Unveiling the True Meanings Behind Titles

The video explores the etymology of military ranks, highlighting inconsistencies in their order and pronunciation. It delves into the origins and meanings of ranks like Lieutenant, Colonel, Sergeant, Major, Captain, Corporal, General, Private, and Field Marshall. The video aims to propose a new hierarchy based on true meanings, addressing linguistic curiosities such as the pronunciation of 'Lieutenant' and the spelling of 'Colonel'.

What is the etymological meaning of the term 'Lieutenant'?

Explain why the pronunciation of 'Lieutenant' differs between British and American English.

What historical factors contributed to the spelling of 'Colonel'?

Discuss the relationship between the words 'Sergeant' and 'Servant'.

Why is the spelling of 'Sergeant' considered misleading?

How does the rank of 'Major' relate to its etymological roots?

What does the term 'Captain' derive from, and what does it mean?

What does the term 'General' imply about its full title?

In what way does the rank of 'Private' differ from its historical context?

What is the significance of the term 'Field Marshall' in military hierarchy?