Corrected entry: In the movie Charlie's commanding officer has the rank of colonel. However, in non-military commands such as law enforcement and security companies the rank is reffered to as Commander instead of Colonel. I work for a security company and my commanding officer has the rank.
J I Cohen
17th Jun 2004
Correction: Like many American police forces, the Rhode Island State Police has Colonels. See http://www.risp.state.ri.us/message.php.
J I Cohen