Brevet (military)

In the military, a brevet (/brəˈvɛt/ or /ˈbrɛvɪt/ ⓘ) is a warrant that gives a commissioned officer a higher rank title as a reward, but which may not confer the authority and privileges of real rank.

For the use of the term in military aviation, see Aircrew brevet.

The promotion would be noted in the officer's title (for example, "Bvt. Maj. Gen. Joshua L. Chamberlain" or "Bvt. Col. Arthur MacArthur").

It is not to be confused with a Brevet d'état-major in Francophone European military circles, where it is an award, nor should it be confused with temporary commissions.

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