Fraternization.

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Abstract:

This essay explores the Air Force problem of fraternization. In developing this essay it was necessary to look at the history and custom of the military concerning a ban on fraternization. Information was gathered using a literature search and personal interviews with staff officers assigned to Air Force Personnel staff, Department of the Air Force. Impacting on the ban against fraternization is the increasing number of women who have become members of the Air Force and the attitudinal changes of society. It is concluded that Air Force regulations foster an atmosphere of familiarity and fraternization. The problem crosses all ranks--senior officers to junior enlisted, supervisors and subordinates. The senior leaders in the Air Force need to take the lead in turning this problem around. The best method to achieve this objective is to embark on a wide ranging educational program aimed at resurrecting the social distance between officers and enlisted. Author

Author(s):
Gemlich, S. L.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA
Descriptive Note:
Individual essay,
Pagination:
0024

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Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
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Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.2_Apply Situational Understanding; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_1.3.1_Personnel and Family Support; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_5.4.3_Establish Rule Sets; JCA_1.4_Force Support; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application
Communities of Interest:
Human Systems
Descriptor(s):
*Air Force personnel, *Officer personnel, *Enlisted personnel, *Interpersonal relations, *Group dynamics, History, Literature surveys, Interviewing, Women, Social psychology, Regulations, Education, Attitudes(Psychology), Military psychology
Field(s)/Group(s):
Humanities and History, Psychology
Keyword(s):
*Fraternization
Report Date:
1984 Apr 16