Majuri
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Majuri (Major) is a military officer's rank (OF3) in Finland, senior to Kapteeni and junior to Everstiluutnantti.
| Majuri | |
|---|---|
 Finnish Army | |
| Country | Finland |
| NATO rank code | OF3 |
| Next higher rank | Everstiluutnantti |
| Next lower rank | Kapteeni |
History
During peacetime, a Majuri is a staff officer or battalion commander. The rank requires the completion of a senior staff officer course.[1] It is also possible for reservists to obtain the reserve rank of Majuri. This is however, quite rare and requires active participation in national defence.
