General admiral or admiral general was first a European naval rank. First a Dutch rank, Its historic origin is a title high military or naval dignitaries of early modern Europe sometimes held, for exa
Maurits van Oranje, first Generaladmiral in history
Photo of Erich Raeder in the full officer service uniform. The uniform was worn with a raised necktie, both shoulder epaulets and sleeve stripes to denote rank, as well as full medals and ribbons. In day-to-day operations, officers often wore the "lesser service uniform" with no epaulets, regular tie, and minimal decorations.