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Do military veterans maintain their titles after retirement?

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You are entitled to whatever rank it says on your DD-214 upon separation,* and that goes for everybody, whether you retired or not and whether you separated as General of the Armies of the United States or as a buck Private. read more

A few retirees do, if they reached significant (flag) rank, or if they find it eliminates questions about an injury. The privilege is limited to those who receive a pension (including a medical or disability pension) from the military. read more

"Use of Military Title by Retirees or Reserves. Retired military members and members of Reserve Components, not on active duty, may use military titles in connection with commercial enterprises, provided they clearly indicate their retired or inactive Reserve status. read more

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