USMA Foreign Cadet Program -- A Case Study

Abstract

The intent, implementation and results of the United States Military Academy (USMA) Foreign Cadet Program (FCP) with the Republic of the Philippines (RP) is investigated to determine if such a program with a less developed country has the potential for a significant contribution to the long-term national security interests of the US. The study is based on a literature search and personal interviews with US and RP officials and 19 USMA Filipino graduates. A historical treatment of the program and the personal experiences and achievements of the Filipinos as cadets and graduates is presented, followed by a brief review of the history and current status of the Philippine Military Academy, with emphasis on USMA influence. The results are analyzed in the context of stated US objectives for the FCP. It is concluded that--the program with the RP is a definite success, it has redounded to the benefit of the US goal of shaping a more peaceful world, and it should serve as a model for other similar programs. Several recommendations are presented.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 04, 1981
Accession Number
ADA100220

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  • Clarence E. Endy Jr.

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  • United States Army War College

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