I don't know that the military comparison is a particularly good one. Although it has certainly sparked discussion...which is always good! I'm a former Marine and familiar with the protocol. During that time I met many superiors in rank that I had no respect for personally. But you do need to have respect for the rank. I just don't think it's analogous to the Dom/sub scenario.

LOL...I guess unless you're a sub in the military where the Dom has more rank!