This briefing is informational in nature; it will present my views on two ethical issues which are facing the military. The issues I will be presenting my views on are adultery and racism. In today's society what one person sees as cheating might...
If we study and interpret regulations, we can see that there is no distinction of standards between an officer, NCO, and a junior enlisted, mentioned in any regulation. Any disparity between officers and enlisted lessens the importance of the very...
Due to the nature of our business in the Army, Soldiers don't always have the option nor the time to gather and analyze data necessary to resolve ethical dilemmas when lives depend on it. Therefore, ethics training would enhance a Soldier's split...
As the first sergeant of a quartermaster unit while deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom III, I received an email from one of my Soldier's spouses alleging that her husband, my Soldier was cheating on her with another female Soldier also assigned to...
As leaders, we must remain relevant while enforcing the Army's standards. The standards we carry on and off duty derive from traditional Army standards. As Senior NCOs, those we lead and mentor observe our actions. Soldiers are not the only one who...
Is it ethical for senior NCOs and Officers to use their rank for "a double standard"? Since we are the Sergeant Major or the Commander, does that mean we get to pick what standards we follow, but hold subordinates to a different standard?...
The core principles of medical ethics date from antiquity and are commonly labeled "beneficence" and "non-malfeasance". The principle of beneficence holds that physicians should aim to "benefit the sick", while non-malfeasance means to "do no harm"...
In my opinion, ethics are principles and values we follow that lead us to do the right thing, regardless of the situation and are of special importance to our Soldiers, leaders, and peers alike. As members of the armed service we have a greater...
This paper displays why some noncommissioned officers choose the easy way when writing a noncommissioned officer evaluation report (NCOER). The easy way causes ethical dilemmas and puts the credibility of the NCO corps and promotion system in...
The following IS a summary of my ethics developed during my 23 years in Military service. The numerous assignments and duties I conducted while on active and reserve time helped formulate my ethics and motivated my career in the United States Army.
As senior leaders in the United States Army today, many of us face ethical dilemmas while serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and other foreign countries. Ethical dilemmas may come in the form of compromised orders, faulty equipment, personnel shortages,...
At a time of war we are faced with countless ethical decisions on a daily basis, one of them is the way that each Soldier is recognized for their individual performance, or accomplishments. This can be completed immediately, or a later date. As it...
This paper explores a portion of ethical situations I have been involved with having entered into the Special Operations Forces. I'll discuss three situations; ammunition handling, military appearance, and military customs and courtesy, that most...
Imagine if you will ... you are a Staff Sergeant deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom II (OIF II). You and your squad are told there is a vehicle placing improvised explosive devices (IEDs) along a main supply route. Your platoon...
The operational tempo of the today's Army coupled with high deployments poses unique challenges to the noncommissioned officer. The ongoing five year fight against terror in Iraq and Afghanistan places Soldiers in positions previously reserved for...
This briefing is informational in nature; it will present my views on two ethical issues which are facing the military. The issues I will be presenting my views on are adultery and racism. In today's society what one person sees as cheating may not...
I will discuss the ethical dilemma in the Army today of whether leaders can ethically lead their Soldiers without compromising their personal integrity. Ethics, by definition, is the principles or standards of human conduct, sometimes called...
The hardest challenge that our military faces today is the ethical application of the Rules of Engagement. History has shown us the evolution of the Rules of Engagement throughout armed conflicts around the world. The counterinsurgency we are...
The operational commander of the 21st century increasingly finds him or herself engaged in coalition operational environment. In order to achieve unity of effort, the operational commander must determine whose operational ethics will prevail in a...
As the war on terrorism that struck the very fiber and heart of the U.S. continues to loom further and further in our past, the emotional support for American Soldiers in combat deteriorates. Is it ethically possibly for us to pull out without any...