The Ethical Dilemma in Following the Rules of Engagement

Abstract

Following or not following the Rules of Engagement can create a very big ethical dilemma in Soldiers, leaders, and the unit. The United States is at war, and we thoroughly prepare our Soldiers for combat. We train them on what we hope is everything they need to know in combat. We emphasize the importance of Army values, and teach them customs and courtesies of the host country. We make them disciplined Soldiers able to execute any mission. However, it is very difficult to prepare Soldiers for some of the ethical problems that they can face in combat, especially with the Rules of Engagement (ROE).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 25, 2005
Accession Number
AD1138281

Entities

People

  • Michael A. Grinston

Organizations

  • United States Army Sergeants Major Academy

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Combat Patrols
  • Counseling
  • Education
  • Explosives
  • Military Education
  • Military Science
  • Military Training
  • Noncommissioned Officers
  • Rocket Propelled Grenades
  • Rules Of Engagement
  • Small Arms
  • Training
  • United States
  • Weapons

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