Clone Commander



Clone Trooper Commander or Clone Commander was a military rank within the Grand Army of the Republic belonging to high ranking clone troopers who led varies formations of troops, from battalions to entire corps. In 19 BBY, clone commanders were the first of their units to receive Contingency Order 66 from Supreme Chancellor Sheev Palpatine.

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Relations to the ARC Trooper Program
Many clone commanders received ARC trooper training during their time on Kamino as preparation for their duties as a commanding officer. This training, while extremely beneficial was not mandatory, with plenty of commanders opting to specialize in certain areas of expertise instead of taking part in ARC Trooper Training Program.

Differences in Rank
Marshal Commander ― A clone marshal commander was the highest rank of clone commander and the highest rank achievable by a clone trooper. Marshal commanders were tasked with commanding corps of 36,864 clone troopers. Unlike the other commanders, Marshal Commanders were not replaced by Jedi Generals but would often serve alongside them.

Senior Commander ― A clone senior commander was the second highest ranking clone commander available. Senior commanders lead legions made up of 9,216 clone troopers and would often lead with Jedi Generals or have a Jedi General stand in their place.

Regimental Commander ― A clone regimental commander was the next step up from battalion commander. Regimental Commanders lead regiments comprised of 2,304 clone troopers and would serve sometimes but not always be replaced by or serve alongside a Jedi General.

Battalion Commander ― A clone battalion commander was the lowest commander rank available and is charged with leading a battalion of 576 clone troopers. These units would sometimes but not always lead alongside, or be replaced by a Jedi General.

Limitations
The rank of clone commander was a prestigious rank within the GAR, providing great control over battlefield movements as well as plenty of responsibilities that needed to be taken care of. Not all units allowed troopers to attain the rank of commander. Some of these include the clone commandos, which were restricted to major and below; the covert operations clone troopers and clone assassins were merely designated as agents and several others. On the opposite end, many specialized units were able proudly bear the title of commander on the battlefield. ARC Trooper Commanders or ARC Commanders had many opportunities during the war, such as leading standard formations or units, specific ARC Trooper units, or simply remaining on Kamino to train clone troopers. Clone special operations troopers were also known to achieve the rank of commander as well.

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