Download or read book A Soldier s Morality Religion and Our Professional Ethic Does the Army s Culture Facilitate Integration Character Development and Trust in the written by Don M. Snider and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-06-14 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monograph is the 6th in the Professional Military Ethics Series; it addresses an issue about which little has been written. It intentionally plows new and difficult ground. The larger issue it addresses is the cultures of the military professions which currently serve our Republic and the role of the Stewards of the Profession in the evolution of those cultures, in particular their moral and ethical core. Since our Armed Forces exist as military professions only by the trust they earn from the society they serve and the trust they engender among professionals who voluntarily serve within them, this issue is of no small import. If the Stewards are unable to lead the professions such that both the external and internal trust relationships are maintained, then the military institution reverts to its alternative organizational character of a big, lumbering government bureaucracy. Since there is no historical record that such government bureaucracies...
Download or read book A Soldier s Morality Religion and Our Professional Ethic written by U. S. Army U.S. Army War College Press and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-12-31 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The context for this book lies in the trust relationships that American military professions must retain with the society they serve if they are to remain professions. Of course, the alternative without such trust is for the Services simply to revert to the character and behavior of a government occupation, a big bureaucracy like the Internal Revenue Service or the Department of Agriculture. But to remain professions, one of the constant challenges the Stewards of the Professions must address is "how different and how separate" they are to be from the society they serve. Stated differently, as the values and mores of American society change, the ethics of its military professions must also evolve, but never so much that such evolution diminishes their military effectiveness-their raison-d'etre and the source of the trust relationship in the first place. As noted in the Foreword, as the values of American society have changed in the past, in most cases, e.g., racial integration, abortion, smoking as a health issue, the service of gays in the military, gender roles, etc., those changes have eventually had a strong influence on the culture of the military professions and, in particular, on the core of those cultures-the Services' Ethics.
Download or read book A Soldier s Morality Religion and Our Professional Ethic written by Alexander P Shine, M a and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-08-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monograph is the 6th in the Professional Military Ethics Series; it addresses an issue about which little has been written. It intentionally plows new and difficult ground. The larger issue it addresses is the cultures of the military professions which currently serve our country and the role of the Stewards of the Profession in the evolution of those cultures, in particular their moral and ethical core. Since our Armed Forces exist as military professions only by the trust they earn from the society they serve and the trust they engender among professionals who voluntarily serve within them, this issue is of no small import. If the Stewards are unable to lead the professions such that both the external and internal trust relationships are maintained, then the military institution reverts to its alternative organizational character of a big, lumbering government bureaucracy. Since there is no historical record that such government bureaucracies are able to create the expert knowledge or expert practice of a modern, military profession-such as we have enjoyed in the post-Vietnam era-such a situation does not bode well for the future security of the Republic.
Download or read book SOLDIER S MORALITY RELIGION AND OUR PROFESSIONAL ETHIC DOES THE ARMY S CULTURE FACILITATE INTEGRATION CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT AND TRUST IN THE PROFESSION written by Don M. Snider and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Army s Professional Military Ethic in an Era of Persistent Conflict written by Don M. Snider and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This essay offers a proposal for the missing constructs and language with which we can more precisely think about and examine the Army's Professional Military Ethic, starting with its macro context which is the profession's culture. We examine three major long-term influences on that culture and its core ethos, thus describing how they evolve over time. We contend that in the present era of persistent conflict, we are witnessing dynamic changes within these three influences. In order to analyze these changes, we introduce a more detailed framework which divides the Ethic into its legal and moral components, then divide each of these into their institutional and individual manifestations. Turning from description to analysis, we also examine to what extent, if any, recent doctrinal adaptations by the Army (FM 3-0, 3-24, and 6-22, etc.) indicate true evolution in the essential nature of the profession's Ethic. Then, we present what we believe to be the most significant ethical challenge facing the Army profession -- the moral development of Army leaders, moving them from 'values to virtues' in order that they, as Army professionals, can consistently achieve the high quality of moral character necessary to apply effectively and, in a trustworthy manner, their renowned military-technical competencies."--P. x
Download or read book Religious Accommodations in the Armed Services written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services. Subcommittee on Military Personnel and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lying to Ourselves written by Leonard Wong and published by . This book was released on 2015-02 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Untruthfulness is surprisingly common in the U.S. military even though members of the profession are loath to admit it. Further, much of the deception and dishonesty that occurs in the profession of arms is actually encouraged and sanctioned by the military institution. The end result is a profession whose members often hold and propagate a false sense of integrity that prevents the profession from addressing -- or even acknowledging -- the duplicity and deceit throughout the formation. It takes remarkable courage and candor for leaders to admit the gritty shortcomings and embarrassing frailties of the military as an organization in order to better the military as a profession. Such a discussion, however, is both essential and necessary for the health of the military profession"--Publisher's web site.
Download or read book Guide to Religion and the Military written by U. S. Government and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-11 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique compilation of thirteen military documents provides special insight into the role of religion in the military and wars. Contents include: Religion and the Military: A Growing Ethical Dilemma * Combatant Commander Challenges and the Role of Religion and History * Instruments of Peace: The Viable and Strategic Role of Religious Leadership Factors in Averting War * Freedom of Religion and Conscience in the Military: Clarifying Policy * A Soldier's Morality, Religion, and Our Professional Ethic: Does the Army's Culture Facilitate Integration, Character Development, and Trust in the Profession? * The Influence of the Catholic Church on the Eisenhower Administration's Decision to Directly Intervene in Vietnam * Spiritual Dormancy: the Strategic Effect of the Depravation of God * Removing the Stigma: For God and Country * Sustaining Souls * The Modern Catholic Just War Tradition * Religious Rhetoric in National Security Strategy Since 9/11 * Religious Roots: A Prolegomenon to Moral Judgment in American Policy * Growing an Ideology: How the Mormons Do It. Some examples: Religion and the Military: A Growing Ethical Dilemma - Ethical dilemmas over the issue of freedom of personal religious expression and fair treatment for all faith groups are creating conflicts within the military, both inside and outside the chaplaincies. A lawsuit filed by a group of Navy chaplains, alleging discrimination by the Chaplain Corps on the basis of their religion, is currently making its way through the courts. Recently, a few senior officers at the Air Force Academy were accused of using their position to inappropriately propagate Christian views. Given the fact that non-Judaeo-Christian religious groups are proliferating in the military, it is likely that such conflicts will continue to occur absent an intentional strategy to address this issue. This SRP will review the history of this growing dilemma and recommend ways to address it in a way that is not only fair to all concerned but upholds the American tradition of tolerance toward all religious groups and contributes to a positive command climate. The young man who knocked on my door and asked, somewhat hesitantly, "Got a minute, chaps?" seemed at first like so many others who want to talk to a chaplain but are reluctant to do so. I invited him to sit down and tell me what was on his mind. His question was one I did not anticipate. In retrospect, however, this was one of the more honest and memorable conversations I have had during my 19-plus years as a Navy chaplain. He asked, "With all due respect, sir, what am I as an atheist supposed to do when you offer a public prayer during a command function? I can't leave, and if I bow my head and participate I feel that I am being hypocritical. What do I do?" Combatant Commander Challenges and the Role of Religion and History - The challenges posed to the Commandant Commander (CCDR) in conducting operations can be captured in a thorough understanding of Joint Publication 5-0, which provides a checklist of inputs to the design, but is wanting on two key issues. First, the doctrine glosses over the significance of history by simply adding the adjective of "relevant" before the term "history". Instruments of Peace: This research project explores the extent to which religious leadership factors and actors play constructive roles in preventing war. My interest in this topic is directly related to my dual professional posture in the military. My ordination as an Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church affirms and endorses me to serve as a commissioned chaplain in the U.S. Air Force. As a chaplain, my primary tasks involve: 1) ensuring that members understand the nature of and have full opportunity for the free exercise of religion; and 2) providing pastoral and spiritual care to members and their families.
Download or read book The Army s Professional Military Ethic in an Era of Persistent Conflict written by Don M. Snider and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Essential Guide to Military Ethics written by U. S. Military and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-12 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique book reproduces five valuable monographs and documents about military ethics, including the 2015 Fort Leavenworth Ethics Symposium (The Professional Ethic and the State Symposium Report), the book Army Professionalism, The Military Ethic, and Officership in the 21st Century, and important speeches by Trump Administration National Security Advisor McMaster on moral and ethical conduct in battle. Army Professionalism, The Military Ethic, and Officership in the 21st Century - The authors address what they perceive to be a decline in military professionalism in the Army officer corps. The authors first describe the ethical, technical, and political components of military professionalism and then address the causes for the decline. They conclude by proposing a set of principles which, if adhered to, will reinvigorate the vision of the officer corps and motivate the corps to selfless service. Fort Leavenworth Ethics Symposium - This compendium of articles document the independent thought of many experts, covering a wide array of related topics regarding Soldiers and politics, trust between society and the military, caring for service members and veterans, moral injury, and the professional obligations of the military. Although chosen for this year's symposium, these subjects are enduring and represent longstanding topics that will shape how we view the relationship between society and the military for years to come. Chapters include: Breach of Trust: A Contributing Factor to Traumatic Stress Injuries in Soldiers * The Profession of Arms and the Moral State We are In: The Shared Mission of Ordered Liberty * Wounded Warriors as Army Professionals and the Tension Between Selfless Service and Self-Interest * The Unjustness of the Current Incantation of Jus Post Bellum * Veteran's Administration: Can it Provide What the Nation Needs it to Provide? * Ethical Paradox, Cultural Incongruence, and the Need for a Code of Ethics in the US Military * Moral Injury and the Problem of Facing Religious Authority * A Uniform Code of Military Ethics * Jus ad Bellum, Conscience, and the Oath of Office: The Problem of Selective Conscientious Objection in the United States Military * To Support and Defend * Towards Just Intelligence: Wielding Power More Legitimately in an Era of Persistent Conflict * Kevlar for the Soul: The Morality of Force Protection * Grounding British Army Values Upon an Ethical Good * Multiple Ethical Loyalties in Guantanamo * Competing for Relevance: The Army Ethic in an Age of Moral Diversity * Ethical Considerations in Humanitarian Efforts * Preparing Soldiers of Character * Stewardship in the Army and Stewarding the State * Officers Should Not Vote * The Two-Mirror Model: A Concept for Interpreting the Effects of Moral Injury Moral, Ethical, and Psychological Preparation of Soldiers and Units for Combat - Address delivered on by Brigadier General H. R. McMaster, U.S. Army - Because our enemy is unscrupulous, some argue for a relaxation of ethical and moral standards and the use of force with less discrimination, because the ends-the defeat of the enemy-justify the means employed. To think this way would be a grave mistake. The war in which we are engaged demands that we retain the moral high ground despite the depravity of our enemies.
Download or read book Military Ethics written by Malham M. Wakin and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1994-10 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Army Ethic Inchoate But Sufficient Facilitating Ethical Decisionmaking Enabling Competence Developing Trustworthy Army Professionals Recommendations to Decisionmakers written by U. S. Military and published by . This book was released on 2017-01-23 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Army's inchoate professional Ethic attempts to fill a significant gap in the Army's attempt to maintain professional status. It demonstrates the intentionality to address ethical failures by promulgating an aspirational Ethic focused on "The Trustworthy Army Profession" who has character, competence, and commitment. Is the Army Ethic sufficient for the Army profession? The Army Ethic passes screening criteria from an external literature review, which makes it a viable option as an Ethic. It also does better than the current, inaccessible Ethic with the evaluation criteria. Based on the research, the Army Ethic is sufficient for the Army profession. However, the Ethic could improve in several ways. Chapter 2 will examine existing literature on the Army Ethic, which should provide insights into the secondary questions. Chapter 3 will explain the methodology. Chapter 4 will address the secondary questions, evaluate the AE, and answer the primary question. Chapter 5 will provide recommendations for decision-makers and future researchers. There is no fully articulated, standalone Army Ethic. Because of its dispersion in oaths, creeds, national documents, and in the law, the Army Ethic is inaccessible, misunderstood, and not universally applicable. This means that Soldiers cannot easily use it to guide them in ethical decisionmaking, leaders cannot easily adjudicate ethical violations that are not illegal, and the Army cannot easily cull the profession of ethical violators or develop the profession ethically. American public opinion considers military officers one of the most trusted and ethical groups in the nation. The Army has maintained this high degree of trust in spite of recent ethical failures while deployed, in garrison, and in light of the evidence of ethical fading. While deployed, the Army has dealt with egregious jus in bello violations at Abu Ghraib, Mahmudiyah, and Panjwai. The Department of Defense Office of General Council regularly updates the Encyclopedia of Ethical Failure, which includes numerous stories about Soldiers failing to do the right thing with government resources. These ethical failures are not limited to regular Soldiers. The American public also has increasing concern about senior officer ethical violations. On one hand, because these deployment and garrison ethical violations illustrate offenses that were also illegal, a professional could easily explain them away as isolated, individual acts by people who knew better and should have done their duty. On the other hand, some see the problem as an increasing normalization of deviance. A recent study shows that "untruthfulness is surprisingly common in the U.S. military even though members of the profession are loath to admit it". Wong and Gerras attribute it to "ethical fading," the process of watering down the ethical implications of a moral decision to justify wrongdoing. The deceit they describe is not the problem of a few deviants; it is a persistent, ubiquitous problem.
Download or read book Issues in Military Ethics written by Martin L. Cook and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2013-03-04 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflecting on a seventeen-year career teaching at military educational institutions of the Air Force, the Army, and the Navy, Martin L. Cook finds a powerful but underappreciated basis for military ethics in the oath to the Constitution that members of the armed services pledge. In Issues in Military Ethics, Cook considers the role of airpower in counterinsurgency war and the place of robotic weapons systems on the battlefield, but he also looks beyond ethics in the conduct of war to issues arising in military life generally. He addresses a range of other issues with pressing contemporary relevance, including civil-military relations, ethics education, and religion, in particular the ascendency of evangelical Christianity in military culture. This volume serves as an important resource for scholars, members of the armed services, and educators alike.
Download or read book Morals under the Gun written by James H. Toner and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2021-10-21 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: James Toner argues that the cardinal virtues are and must be the core values of the military. By embracing these values, the profession of arms serves as a moral compass in an increasingly confusing age. Building upon a bold introduction, which includes what many will regard as a surprising view of military ethics, Toner examines the four cardinal virtues—wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice—and places each in the context of a compelling case study from recent U.S. military history. He discusses the Flinn Case, the Lavelle Affair, a B-52 crash in Washington State, and the courageous actions of Hugh Thompson after My Lai. Morals Under the Gun connects ethics and moral theology with the armed services, demonstrating that the task of preserving virtue, both personal and professional, is a noble, if imperfectible, task.
Download or read book Professional Journal of the United States Army written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 830 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book True Faith And Allegiance written by James H. Toner and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2014-04-23 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: James H. Toner is professor of international relations and military ethics at the U.S. Air War College and author of Morals Under the Gun.
Download or read book Ethics and the Good Soldier written by James Arthur and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-11-01 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building on extensive, internationally leading empirical research conducted by the Jubilee Centre for Character and Virtues, this book explores the soldier as a virtuous professional through a close examination of soldiers’ character and ethical reasoning. Starting from the view that virtues such as courage, honesty, loyalty and integrity are core to being a professional soldier, the book draws on insights from British soldiers at three stages of their career – officer cadets (at Sandhurst), junior lieutenants/captains (attending the Junior Officer Tactical Awareness Course), and senior captains (participating in the Captain’s Warfare Course). Drawing upon the Jubilee Centre’s Soldiers of Character study, the book explores soldiers’ character in the professional domain. Including clear implications for practice and research, this is essential reading for all those interested in the character of soldiers in both a professional and academic setting.
