Obituary for Retired Brigadier General Youssef Qaadan Germanos
Thursday, 05 March 2026
The Army Command - Directorate of Orientation mourns the passing of retired Brigadier General Youssef Qaadan Germanos, who passed away on March 5, 2026. Below is a brief overview of his life:
- Born on March 4, 1954, in Aaqoura – Byblos
- Enlisted in the Army on October 1, 1973
- Promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on July 1, 1976, and rose through the ranks to Brigadier General as of January 1, 2003
- Received several medals and commendations from the Lebanese Army Commander-in-Chief, as well as congratulations on multiple occasions
- Completed several training courses both locally and abroad
- Married with four children.














