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Italy's brass bloated as army and navy numbers swell
The report cites Italy's unusually large number of generals and admirals across the army air force and navy with estimates of 295 000 troops and 76 000 Carabinieri. Officials claim the system pressures many officers to keep stars after retirement for pension boosts while pay remains low. A Defense Ministry official notes oddities such as a surgeon general and a veterinarian general reflecting complex command demands.
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