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 | | In time of war, or in exceptional circumstances, a fifth star may be worn by the highest-ranking officer in the army (marechal, or general of the army) navy (almirante, or fleet admiral), and air force (marechal do ar, or general of the air force). |
 | | Air force ranks have the same designations as those of the army through colonel, and there is also no rank corresponding to lieutenant general. |
 | | Air force general officer ranks are brigadier, major brigadier, lieutenant brigadier, and air marshal; the five-star rank is seen rarely. |
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