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Field marshal (Sri Lanka)
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For the similar military rank in other countries, see Field marshal.
Field marshal (FM) is the five-star rank of the Sri Lanka Army and ranks immediately above general. the rank has been awarded only once, to Sarath Fonseka as an honorary rank.[1] It is equivalent to admiral of the fleet and marshal of the Sri Lanka Air Force.[2]
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Abbreviation | FM |
Rank | Five-star rank |
Formation | 22 March 2015 |
Next lower rank | General |
Equivalent ranks | Admiral of the fleet (Navy) Marshal of the air force (Air Force) |
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