Marshal (rank)

Marshals of the Armed Forces of the Federated Suns are usually given command of a front line Regimental Combat Team, a group of up to 15 regiments of highly motivated and trained soldiers headed by a 'Mech regiment of proven skills.

Marshals are often appointed by Field Marshals after they have proven their ability to plan and execute strategies and handle the massive communications problems associated with coordinating the activities of forces stationed across several worlds.

The equivalent naval rank is Fleet Admiral.

Marshals wear epaulets with four broad bands across the base.