Professional Military Ethics: Another Oxymoron?

Abstract

This study investigates the existence of a professional military ethic and the validity of the military as a profession. Mandates regarding the training of ethics are reviewed as are current ethics training programs and other efforts. Evidence confirms the professional status of the military and points to the military's commitment to the concept of a professional military ethic. Conclusions and recommendations cite the need to add emphasis to existing policies and programs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 24, 1989
Accession Number
ADA209233

Entities

People

  • James E. Downey

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Army Personnel
  • Case Studies
  • Dictionaries
  • Education
  • Employment
  • General Officers
  • Governments
  • Human Behavior
  • Law
  • Leadership
  • Personnel Management
  • Psychology
  • Standards
  • Students
  • Training
  • United States
  • War Colleges

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.