| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| A VIP of service (5,3) | ||
| Military higher-up | ||
| High-ranking official | ||
| Big wheel | Newsday | 02 Mar 2024 |
| Staff officer's supporters were seated round hospital | The Telegraph Cryptic | 03 Oct 2022 |
| Military muckety-muck | Universal | 24 Jun 2022 |
| Military bigwig | Thomas Joseph | 26 Aug 2021 |
| High-ranking military officer | The Telegraph Quick | 02 Mar 2020 |