Fraternization and the United States Air Force.
Abstract
The traditional custom of fraternization has been and is being violated in the Air Force today. While the problem has been recognized for several years and although many of our Air Force leaders have publicly addressed the situation and warned of the consequence of fraternization, specific actions to deter these unprofessional relationships have not been initiated. The need for discipline in the service has long been recognized as the foundation on which a military force is built. Likewise, violation of the fraternization custom is recognized as eroding the principle of discipline and affecting the ability to lead and to accomplish our mission. Several causes which have contributed to the rise in fraternization can be traced to history and cultural developments, while others are more a matter of deficiency in and/or misapplication of Air Force policy. Solving the fraternization problem will not be easy and the alternatives range from eliminating the custom to initiating new policies and regulations which could correct the situation, but perhaps with unacceptable consequences. Numerous recommendations are provided by the author.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA177738
Entities
People
- Shelby N. Cordon
Organizations
- Air War College