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In a set of PowerPoint slides, a military insider jokingly explains the rank structure of the U.S. military. It's a jungle out there.
The "Jungle"
A guide to military ranks
Gazelles = 2nd Lieutenants
¿ Although easily frightened, they have
been known to stupidly lounge in plain sight
of the "lions"
¿ Runs at high speeds, with no purpose or direction
¿ The slow and weak are frequently slain


