The Research Psychologist in the Army -- 1917 to 1977
Abstract
The report presents an abbreviated account of developments in military psychology in the Army, beginning with the general ability tests developed and used in World War I. A chronological listing of 'Events and Organizational Change' is accompanied by interpretive comment in terms of 'Research Achievements and Directions.' The following periods are treated: Beginning, 1917 to 1921; Interim Period, 1921, to 1939; World War II, 1939 to 1945; Early post-war years, 1945 to 1951; Period of Transition, 1951 to 1960; Developments, 1960 to 1969; and 1969 to the Present. Report is an expanded version of material prepared to supplement a paper by Dr. J. E. Uhlaner delivered as part of a symposium 'The Growth and Future of Military Psychology' at the 1967 convention of the American Psychological Association. The present version incorporates contributions solicited from psychologists known to be authoritative in areas of behavioral science research conducted by or for the Army.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA047790
Entities
People
- Julius E. Uhlaner
Organizations
- U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences