Why Should We Trust the Mother of the Company

Abstract

The company First Sergeant, called the Mother of the company in the German Army. When considering the role of the First Sergeant, one could easily understand why the term mother of the company is fitting for the position. The First Sergeant, the top non-commissioned officer (NCO) of the company, must uphold the standards of the company. Soldiers automatically respect and trust the First Sergeant unless he gives them a reason to feel otherwise. In this paper, I will discuss the unethical decisions made by two First Sergeants and the impact of unethical decisions on the unit.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 03, 2008
Accession Number
AD1118037

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  • Ronald N. Sampson

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  • United States Army Sergeants Major Academy

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