Hey I apologize if someone else has posted this.

Anyone know the exact meaning of the stars above a unit's head?  I know you get them with experience but has anyone tested if it gives any benefits.  Also does it show to your opponents?  If it only denotes combat experience then it really doesn't matter.

Also an observation.  When you commadeer a vehicle that has stars with a spartan that has stars the stars add on the right side of the icon above the vehicle.