Military pension court ruled 'last held position' means official appointment by Minister, not temporary duties. Outcome: Allowed. Facts: Claimant argued temporary duties counted. Court: Statutory appointment required for pension eligibility.

The Supreme Court resolved a legal question regarding the definition of 'last held position' for military pension eligibility. The claimant argued that temporary duties performed under a unit commander's order should count, while the court determined only an official appointment by the Minister of National Defense qualifies. The court rejected the lower court's view, emphasizing that military pay and pension rights are strictly tied to the officially designated position rather than temporary assignments.