Witwatersrand Gold Rush. The Witwatersrand Gold Rush was a gold rush in 1886 that led to the establishment of Johannesburg, South Africa. It was key part of the Mineral Revolution.
COL Rank Description: The Colonel usually commands a brigade (consisting of 3,000 to 5,000 soldiers) and is assisted by a Command Sergeant Major. Alternatively, can serve as a chief of divisional level staff agencies. Promotion Requirements: Must have 3 years TIG as a Lieutenant Colonel. TIS is typically 22 years but based on needs of the Army can fluctuate +/- 1 year. Getting promoted to Colonel becomes more competitive as only 50 percent of those qualified based on TIS/TIG will be selected for promotion. Paygrade O-7 Brigadier General (BG) BG Rank Description: The Brigadier General serves as the deputy commander for the commanding general of an Army division. Assists with the staff's coordination and planning of a mission. Promotion Requirements: The rank of Brigadier General is limited to a total of 150 for the entire Army. More on General Officer promotions. Paygrade O-8 Major General (MG) MG Rank Description: The Major General commands a division (consisting of 10,000 to 15,000 soldiers).
Colonel is the senior field-officer grade commissioned officer rank, directly above Lieutenant Colonel and below Brigadier General. Colonels typically command Marine Corps regiment consisting of three to five battalions, with the assistance of several junior commissioned officers and a Command Sergeant Major as a primary non-commissioned officer advisor.