How do I address an email to an Army officer?
Put in Full RankType a short, succinct title in the title field of the email. If you wish to address the officer in the email title, type his full rank, name and branch of service (e.g., Major General John Doe, USA). Spell out the ranks without abbreviations such as “Lt.” or “Col.” and use the formal title. Exclude the officer’s academic degree if possessed; include only his army title.Use Basic Rank, NameUse the officer’s basic rank and name in the body of the email if you have already typed his full rank elsewhere (e.g., Dear General John Doe). Do not abbreviate the rank, but use the basic form as you would in conversation, instead of the full title (e.g., Dear Lieutenant Amy Power rather than Dear Second Lieutenant Amy Power, USA).Source:Honor & Respect: United States Armed Services; Robert Hickey; May 10, 2010University of Mary Washington: Protocol and Forms of Address; Aug.
