The Armed Forces Officer by United States. Department of Defense
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"The Armed Forces Officer" by the United States Department of Defense is a manual on military officership written in the mid-20th century. This publication is intended to guide U.S. Armed Forces officers in their roles and responsibilities. The book explores themes of leadership, duty, and the foundational ideals of military service, emphasizing the officer's obligation to uphold democratic values and prioritize the welfare of their men. The opening of the text delves
into the meaning of an officer's commission and the enduring responsibilities that accompany it. It outlines the profound commitment that comes with being commissioned, stating that officers must serve as symbols of integrity and dedication to their country. The text emphasizes the importance of fidelity, suggesting that it stands as a cornerstone of effective leadership. Furthermore, it reflects on the ideals that military officers are expected to embody, presenting a vision of character and moral fortitude as essential traits for American military leaders. This portion sets the stage for subsequent chapters that will further explore topics related to ideals, responsibilities, and the practicalities of leading within the armed services. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | United States. Department of Defense |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Armed Forces Officer Department of the Army Pamphlet 600-2 |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Audrey Longhurst, Chris Logan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | U: Military science |
| Subject | United States -- Armed Forces -- Officers' handbooks |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25482 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-25482-1 |
| Release Date | May 15, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1556 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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